Edgebrook
Suburban Neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois
Cook County 60646
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Mark Nesci
Mark Nesci
Baird & Warner
(844) 963-3048
53 Total Sales
1 in Edgebrook
$320,000 Price
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Leopoldo Saucedo
Leopoldo Saucedo
Urbanitas Inc.
(833) 647-1831
198 Total Sales
1 in Edgebrook
$426,750 Price
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Olin Eargle
Olin Eargle
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(833) 866-9276
165 Total Sales
1 in Edgebrook
$248,000 Price
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Cecil Sabu
Cecil Sabu
Responds QuicklyALLURE Real Estate
(312) 854-7471
46 Total Sales
1 in Edgebrook
$657,000 Price
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Jim Streff
Jim Streff
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(773) 389-2807
284 Total Sales
1 in Edgebrook
$699,000 Price
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Daniel Drake
Daniel Drake
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 970-3097
171 Total Sales
1 in Edgebrook
$769,900 Price
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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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
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
Edgebrook Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Edgebrook, Chicago sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Edgebrook, Chicago over the last 12 months is $580,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$587,450
Median Sale Price
$580,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$600,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$309,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$395,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$297
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,644
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,041
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,140
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
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
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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