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South Hinsdale

South Hinsdale

$1,510,277 Average Value
$375 Average Price per Sq Ft
26 Homes For Sale

On the commuter tracks

Great schools, classic architecture, and various community events make South Hinsdale one of the most unique neighborhoods in the Chicago area. It’s also ideally situated to get around the area. “When you talk about Hinsdale as a whole, it’s equidistant from Midway and O’Hare International Airports, and it’s just a 22-minute train ride to downtown Chicago if you take the express Metra train,” says Tracy Anderson, a real estate broker at Compass with nearly 20 years of experience
South Hinsdale commuters can take the Metra into dowtnown Chicago.
South Hinsdale commuters can take the Metra into dowtnown Chicago.
Outside of South Hinsdale, restaurants and boutique shops line the streets of downtown area.
Outside of South Hinsdale, restaurants and boutique shops line the streets of downtown area.
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High-end houses spanning over 100 years

Throughout much of Hinsdale, including the area south of the railroad tracks, many older homes that date to the late 1800s have been renovated. “The homes in the eastern end of the neighborhood between County Line Road and Garfield Street, you’re more likely to find homes on bigger lots over more than an acre,” Anderson says. Architecturally, the homes are Queen Anne, Georgian, Colonial Revival and Tudor Revival. Some newer construction also holds to older styles to keep the look consistent. Home prices range from a two-bedroom condo at around $300,000 with a $300 monthly fee to a six-bedroom French eclectic estate priced at almost $7 million. There are still some opportunities to get homes with six figures. The average living space in the neighborhood is over 5,000 square feet, and 89% of the people living here are homeowners.
Multi-million dollar mansions are found throughout South Hinsdale.
Multi-million dollar mansions are found throughout South Hinsdale.
Tree lined residential streets and homes with big front porches adorn South Hinsdale.
Tree lined residential streets and homes with big front porches adorn South Hinsdale.
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A-rated schools

Public school students in South Hinsdale are part of the Community Consolidated School District 181, rated an A overall on Niche. One of the elementary schools in the neighborhood is Madison Elementary, a U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School, recognizing overall academic excellence and closing achievement gaps among student groups. The school also gets an A grade on Niche. Hinsdale Middle School also receives an A overall grade and has a student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1. Hinsdale Central High School is part of the Hinsdale Township High School District 86. The school is rated an A-plus on Niche and has a 92% graduation rate.
Hinsdale Central High School received an A plus rating from Niche.
Hinsdale Central High School received an A plus rating from Niche.
Hinsdale Middle School is ranked #38 in Illinois Middle Schools.
Hinsdale Middle School is ranked #38 in Illinois Middle Schools.
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Community center

For over 80 years, various community events have happened at The Community House on 8th Street. It’s home to Stage Door Fine Arts, the resident theater company, which puts on periodic shows throughout the year and has for about 15 years. The productions for 2024 include Seussical the Musical, Heathers and Tarzan. “They even have a satirical show for adults that looks at current topics, like artificial intelligence,” Anderson says. They also offer theater classes through The Community House. Other programs at the facility include programs for kids, such as sports camps and after-school activities. Adults can benefit from exercise classes and pickleball.
The Community House has pickleball courts open to the public in South Hinsdale.,
The Community House has pickleball courts open to the public in South Hinsdale.,
The Community Center in South Hinsdale has been serving the neighborhood for over 80 years.
The Community Center in South Hinsdale has been serving the neighborhood for over 80 years.
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Recreation outside

The Community House is next to one of two large parks in South Hinsdale. Robbins Park is behind Madison Elementary School and has a football and soccer field, two tennis courts and a playground. A small parking lot is at the corner of 7th and Vine Streets. Katherine Legge Memorial Park is named after the wife of Alexander Legge, who served as president of International Harvester and lived in Hinsdale. The park has a disc golf course, a dog park and two picnic shelters. The late architect who designed many homes in Hinsdale, R. Harold Zook, has his home and studio in the park. The Katerine Legge Memorial Lodge is available to rent for hosting large events.
Enjoy a game of disc golf with friends at Katherine Legge Memorial Park in South Hinsdale.
Enjoy a game of disc golf with friends at Katherine Legge Memorial Park in South Hinsdale.
South Hinsdale residents can go to Katherine Legge Memorial Park to enjoy a walk or run.
South Hinsdale residents can go to Katherine Legge Memorial Park to enjoy a walk or run.
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Grocery trips

Jewel-Osco and Whole Foods, located on Kingery Highway, are the closest major grocery stores. From June through October, downtown Hinsdale is the location of the weekly farmers market held on Monday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. by Burlington Park on the north side of the railroad tracks. South Hinsdale is mainly residential, but downtown Hinsdale has several eat-out options, including Vistro Prime, a casual steak house. Egg Harbor Café is a breakfast and lunch restaurant that started small and regional in 1984, run by a couple who met while attending Northwestern University. They now have opened over 20 locations around the country.
South Hinsdale shoppers can head to Jewel for everyday grocery needs.
South Hinsdale shoppers can head to Jewel for everyday grocery needs.
Whole Foods is one of several grocery options in the South Hinsdale area.
Whole Foods is one of several grocery options in the South Hinsdale area.
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Walkability

Many sidewalks are along the neighborhood streets in South Hinsdale. Those in the northern part of the neighborhood could walk from home to one of three Metra commuter rail stops in Hinsdale. If not taking the express Metra train into downtown Chicago, a ride with all the stops will take about 40 minutes. If traveling by car, going north or south on the Tri-State Tollway can lead to anywhere around Chicago.
Well maintained sidewalks are ideal for biking or walking in South Hinsdale.
Well maintained sidewalks are ideal for biking or walking in South Hinsdale.
South Hinsdale residents have two metra stations to choose from.
South Hinsdale residents have two metra stations to choose from.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Chicago Midway International

17 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime South Hinsdale US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

South Hinsdale Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,397,000
Median Sale Price
$1,260,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,540,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,181,250
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$442,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
162
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$375

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,407
Number of Homes for Sale
26
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
5,085
Significantly above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,734
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,796
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,262
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,473

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
9,940
Median Age
43
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$222,829
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$215,541

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
78.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
44.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

13 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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