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Edgebrook is one of the outermost neighborhoods of Chicago.
The suburb in the (Second) city
“We’re the suburb in the city,” says Jan Kupiec, Realtor with Baird & Warner Edgebrook and resident for 30 years. “It’s a small close-knit community; you know most of your neighbors.” At the same time, it’s one of the first tastes of nature as people travel outwards from the heart of Chicago. It’s a combination that makes Edgebrook a highly desirable neighborhood to live in, drawing residents moving from the condos of the city to the single-family Georgian and mid-century homes under mature oaks and elms that tower over the streets. The community is well-established, with many of the homes dating back to the post World War II boom. It’s a place where people put down roots and stay for decades, with families raising generations side by side.
Unique, eclectic home choices provide character
“There’s a nice variety of different style homes across the neighborhood,” says Kupiec, “typically 3 bedroom, 2 bath homes, but with unique styles. Georgian is very prominent, but there are plenty to choose from.” It’s not hyperbole either, as charming Tudors, wartime Colonials, single-level ranch-style, and even dramatic, modernist Prairie Style homes sit side-by-side on larger city lots, under canopies of shade trees. Most offer off-street parking in driveways or garages sitting at the rear of properties. The majority of single-family homes in the neighborhood sell for between $450,000 and $700,000. A small collection of condos and two-bedroom homes sit in the $200,000 to $400,000 range, while estates with unique architecture, extra-large lots, or updated kitchens and bathrooms can fetch $850,000 and up. This has all lead to a neighborhood where homes don’t hit the market too often, and don’t last long when they do.
Brick Georgian two stories are a very popular home style in Edgebrook.
Some Edgebrook homes feature contemporary architecture.
Edgebrook homes sit on tidy lawns off of tree-lined streets.
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Schools give Edgebrook children an edge for the future
Graded an A-minus by Niche, Edgebrook Elementary School is one of the most highly rated elementary schools in the Chicago Public Schools system. Students may then attend William Howard Taft Magnet High School, which is a full International Baccalaureate school, and offers a six-year IB track. Taft earns an A-minus from Niche as well as being rated the eleventh-best Magnet High School in Illinois. The Taft Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program has regularly been awarded the Distinguished Unit award. Numerous private schools are open to neighborhood students as well, including Catholic, Lutheran, and Jewish parochial schools, Northside College Prep school, and more.
Edgebrook Elementary is a highly rated public school with about 462 students enrolled.
Taft High School building in Norwood Park.
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Parks that open up to the northwest
The Edgebrook Woods are at the heart of the North Branch Trail system, a series of trails that runs clear up to the Chicago Botanic Garden. “The trail brings in people from outside the area for walking and biking – there’s beautiful scenery, picnic groves, lots of wildlife,” points out Kupiec. In the heart of the neighborhood, Jeff Green Park has a playground and a basketball court for pick-up games, while Edgebrook Park features a playground a soccer field, and numerous baseball fields – Kupiec points out that baseball is pretty much the biggest sport in the area, with heavy neighborhood participation at all age levels. For those who’d rather hit a smaller ball that isn’t moving, Edgebrook Golf Course and Billy Caldwell Golf Course offer simple tracks in the midst of the woodlands.
Edgebrook residents can walk the expansive trails at Caldwell Woods.
Families can enjoy the well maintained playgrounds in Edgebrook.
Sauganash Park features various playground equipment.
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Edgebrook residents value local spots
Devon Avenue is the center of local dining and shopping in Edgebrook, with locally owned restaurants and retail. Edgebrook Coffee Shop is a small, bright spot doing breakfast and lunch daily – it can be hard to get a seat sometimes due to limited seating in the mosaic-adorned building. “City’s Edge is hugely popular, it’s like a family-oriented sports restaurant, the food is excellent,” says Kupiec. The Elephant Thai Cuisine serves up homestyle Thai dishes prepared with authentic ingredients for lunch and dinner, while next door, Villa Rosa Pizza Kitchen is the neighborhood go-to for a quick slice or some Friday night takeout. Small retail spots including second-hand stores, sewing shops, Nuts ‘N More candy store, and Donegal Imports, which specializes in importing Irish goods. The family-run Happy Goods grocery store has been a part of the neighborhood for years; larger stores like Whole Foods and Fresh Farms International Market are nearby, along with big box stores like Walmart and The Home Depot.
Wine and beer enthusiasts can browse the great collection at Bottles and Cans in Edgebrook.
Edgebrook Coffee Shop and Diner is a popular restaurant for breakfast.
City's Edge gets packed during local events in Edgebrook.
Fine some locally sourced gifts at Local Goods in Edgebrook.
Donegal Imports has been a part of the Edgebrook community for years, selling Irish imports.
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By bus, train or car, residents go far
While Edgebrook has the suburban feel, the convenience to get around Chicago is a massive draw, says Kupiec, “The Metra station is walking distance from all of Edgebrook, and we have buses that go to the Jefferson Park L station as well.” Both Edens and Kennedy expressways are nearby and offer direct routes into Chicago or further out into the suburbs, while O’Hare International Airport is only 7 miles west, making it easy to catch a flight. Ascension Resurrection, the nearest emergency care center, is roughly 4 miles from the neighborhood, usually a 15-minute drive or less.
Edgebrook Train Station.
Edgebrook commuters can access I-94 to get downtown.
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Strong community organizations drive events
Kupiec isn’t only a realtor and resident – she is a board member of the Edgebrook Community Association and a founder and board member of Everyday Edgebrook, both of which are a major part of the events across Edgebrook. Everyday Edgebrook promotes the business district and community through events like the Art + Wine Walk, Spooky Beer Stroll and Cookie Walk. “Our annual 4th of July parade is well known and is dubbed a ‘Mayberry’ parade,” says Kupiec, “Kids ride their bikes and many march over to Wildwood Park for a picnic.” The big event is the Holiday Lighting Event in December, complete with a visit with Santa Claus.
Edgebrook locals can enjoy seasonal celebrations nearby, like the NW St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Families can check out reading material at the Chicago Public Library's Edgebrook Branch.
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Grin and bear it
Being on the edge of the North Branch River – which should make it evident how the neighborhood got its name – means sometimes interacting with wildlife. The neighborhood has celebrated this by installing brightly colored, life-sized statues of local wildlife along the streets. This includes a giant neon red bear, a neon green coyote, and other forest denizens, eight in all. It’s also not uncommon to see the real thing wander out of the nature preserve, as deer, rabbits, skunks and more are regular neighborhood visitors. The only bears in the area, however, are 15 miles south at Soldier Field.
Local sculptures add visual interest to Edgebrook's common areas.
The Edgebrook underpass is a colorful passageway filled with murals and art.
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Parks in this Area
Caldwell Woods
Bike Trails
Trails
River
Green Park
Playground
Sauganash Trail Park
Trails
Quinn Park
Trails
Edgebrook Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
De Julio Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
15 min drive
Train
Edgebrook Station
Bus
Caldwell & Spokane
Bus
Cicero & Hiawatha
Bus
Caldwell & Leroy
Bus
Cicero & Forest Glen
Bus
Central & Dowagiac
Bus
Central & Lehigh
Bus
Central & Cta Sign & Golf Course
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Edgebrook
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Edgebrook, Chicago sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Edgebrook, Chicago over the last 12 months is $605,304, up 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,629
Median Age
46
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$133,814
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$150,028
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
60.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
44/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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