Why Live in South Hinsdale
South Hinsdale is a neighborhood known for its great schools, classic architecture, and vibrant community events. Conveniently located between Midway and O’Hare International Airports, it offers a 22-minute express Metra train ride to downtown Chicago. The area features a mix of renovated homes from the late 1800s and newer constructions that maintain a consistent architectural style, including Queen Anne, Georgian, Colonial Revival, and Tudor Revival. Homes in the eastern part of the neighborhood, between County Line Road and Garfield Street, often sit on larger lots of over an acre. The average living space is over 5,000 square feet, with 89% of residents being homeowners.
South Hinsdale is served by the highly rated Community Consolidated School District 181, with Madison Elementary, Hinsdale Middle School, and Hinsdale Central High School all receiving high marks for academic excellence. The Community House on 8th Street hosts various events and programs, including theater productions by Stage Door Fine Arts, sports camps, and exercise classes. Nearby Robbins Park offers a football and soccer field, tennis courts, and a playground, while Katherine Legge Memorial Park features a disc golf course, dog park, and picnic shelters.
For shopping, residents have access to Jewel-Osco and Whole Foods on Kingery Highway, and a weekly farmers market in downtown Hinsdale from June through October. Dining options in the area include Vistro Prime and Egg Harbor Café. The neighborhood is pedestrian-friendly, with many sidewalks and proximity to three Metra commuter rail stops, making it easy to travel to downtown Chicago or around the city via the Tri-State Tollway. South Hinsdale also has a lower crime risk compared to the national average.
Home Trends in South Hinsdale, IL
On average, homes in South Hinsdale, Hinsdale sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in South Hinsdale, Hinsdale over the last 12 months is $1,250,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,250,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,499,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,181,250
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$442,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$525,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$376
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Last 12 months Home Sales
160
Median List Price
$1,350,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%