Norwood Park
Neighborhood Reviews
Easy access to Chicago and O'Hare
Norwood Park's location enables direct commutes to the city, whether by car or public transit. Interstate 90 and Harlem Avenue meet at the center of the neighborhood, taking residents about 12 miles southeast to the Loop. The Harlem station has CTA trains near I-90 and Bryn Mawr Avenue. CTA bus stops are also available along most of the major roads. Metra commuter trains stop at the Norwood Park station on Northwest Highway for trips to the Loop or northwestern suburbs.Medical services are available at Ascension Resurrection, a hospital on the northwest side of the neighborhood on Talcott Avenue.
Varied home styles on Chicago's far northwest side
Norwood Park’s housing runs the gamut of popular Chicago home styles from the 20th and early 21st centuries and includes several historic homes in Old Norwood Park. Single-family houses include Georgians, American Foursquares, Craftsman bungalows, as well as modern farmhouses and Tudor-influenced properties. Smaller two- and three-bedroom homes are generally available from $240,000 to $585,000, while three- to five-bedroom properties with more than 2,000 square feet of space range from $430,000 to $900,000. The area’s most luxurious properties can reach as high as $1.4 million. “It’s a very in-demand area where the lots are larger, and there’s newer construction builds from the 1970s and 1980s,” says Phil Mistrata, a team lead and broker with Dream Town Realty.Multi-family properties include condominiums from the 1960s and 1970s, mid-century duplexes, and a few townhomes. Prices typically range from $105,000 to $335,000 for condo units and smaller duplexes. Larger multi-unit properties with two to five flats are generally available between $460,000 and $800,000.
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Important things to know
Residences close to I-90 and the neighborhood center may experience higher noise levels. Due to the area’s proximity to Chicago O’Hare International Airport and its location on common flight paths, locals may also hear overhead planes frequently. Qualifying homeowners can sign up for the airport’s Residential Sound Insulation Program, which adds modifications throughout the home to mitigate ambient noise; many homes in the neighborhood have already been upgraded.Dress up for dinner at Tavern on the Point
Much of Norwood Park is a few blocks away from the business corridors along Higgins and Harlem avenues. Jewel-Osco, Mariano’s and Aldi sit alongside smaller shops like Nottoli Italian Foods, a deli with ready-made lunch subs and a selection of groceries. Independent retailers nearby include Atlas Comics, a shop specializing in new releases and back issues, and GiGi Boutique, which offers women’s fashions inspired by the owners’ Polish roots. Big box stores such as Target, Best Buy and Kohl’s are to the south.A pair of hot dog statues named Maurie and Flaurie stand tall on the roof of Superdawg, an old-school drive-in established in Norwood Park in 1948. The restaurant takes its name from the signature hot dog, with mustard, relish, onion and hot peppers on a poppyseed bun; the mascots, meanwhile, take their names from the place’s founders. Amitabul Simply Vegan landed on Eater’s “Best Healthy Food in Chicago” list in 2022. This Korean eatery has cozy environs inspired by the owners’ Buddhist traditions and a menu with stir fry, bibimbap and a “cure-all” noodle soup. Pasta d’Arte Trattoria Italiana offers classic Tuscan dishes in a chandelier-lit setting, with a broad selection of imported wines.
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Championship pedigree at Taft High School
Norwood Park Elementary School earns a B-plus grade on Niche and serves kindergarten through eighth grade. Taft High School’s drama department produces four shows annually, including two musicals. Upperclassmen can also participate in the annual spring senior showcase and one-act play festival; on the athletic side, Taft’s wrestling team won four back-to-back city championships from 2018 to 2021. The school earns an A-minus grade.
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Take a swim at Norwood Park
In the summertime, Norwood Park's pool opens for visitors to enjoy the water slides and participate in various youth sports programs. The park is also home to the Senior Center, which offers classes and health services. On the neighborhood’s southwest side, Oriole Park’s rec center provides piano lessons, preschool care and cooking classes, among other services for kids and grown-ups.Golfers can visit the Ridgemoor Country Club to the south or the Edgebrook Golf Course at the Edgebrook Woods Forest Preserve to the north. Both have 18-hole courses and offer membership programs for frequent visitors; Edgebrook offers public enrollment, while Ridgemoor is by invitation only. Beyond its golf course, Edgebrook Woods also connects to the lengthy North Branch Trail system, which runs through its neighboring preserves over 20 miles for hiking and biking.
Wear green to the Northwest Side Irish Parade
Community gatherings are longstanding and festive. The Northwest Side Irish Parade rolls into Norwood Park each St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The annual festivities include performances from ensembles performing traditional song and dance, themed floats and plenty of merrymaking from the spectating crowd. Each autumn, the Norwood Park Chamber hosts the Fall Festival, a weekend where live music, local businesses, Chicago breweries and family entertainment converge at the heart of the neighborhood. Other annual events include the Memorial Day Parade, celebrated for over 100 years, and the Spring Wine Stroll.
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Written By
Tre Lyerly
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Elia Faith Crianza
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Mary Aloisio
Mary Aloisio
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(773) 365-9681
155 Total Sales
19 in Norwood Park
$194K - $780K Price Range
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Tania Forte
Tania Forte
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 205-3771
115 Total Sales
5 in Norwood Park
$355K - $472K Price Range
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Naomi Campbell
Naomi Campbell
Coldwell Banker Realty
(224) 477-2747
186 Total Sales
1 in Norwood Park
$335,000 Price
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Sohe Reyes
Sohe Reyes
Smart Home Realty
(872) 395-6376
134 Total Sales
3 in Norwood Park
$315K - $400K Price Range
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Karina Hiselman
Karina Hiselman
Compass
(872) 217-9978
85 Total Sales
2 in Norwood Park
$385K - $419K Price Range
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Anna Fattore
Anna Fattore
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(630) 446-2264
154 Total Sales
1 in Norwood Park
$450,000 Price
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Norwood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Caldwell Woods
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- River
Pleasant Point Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Rosedale Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Indian Road Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Norwood Circle Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Oriole Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Myrtle Grove Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Centennial Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
11 min drive
Train
Norwood Park Station
Subway
Harlem Station (Blue Line - O'hare Branch)
Bus
Northwest HWY & Sayre
Bus
Devon Station
Bus
Harlem & Berwyn
Bus
Milwaukee Ave & Medina Ave
Bus
Nagle & Balmoral
Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/20/2019
Niche Review
A welcoming environment full of hard-working class citizens always willing to go above and beyond to help one another out.
4/26/2022
Niche Review
Norwood Park is a great family friendly neighborhood with lots of food, fun and outdoor parks to enjoy with your family. It is a safe neighborhood that houses a lot of Chicago's finest policemen and firefighters.
3/8/2015
Niche Review
Great variety of stores including both small businesses and chains.
7/30/2015
Niche Review
The overall experience of living in this area for my family and myself is relatively good. It feels nice, quiet, and safe, almost like living in the suburbs but still getting all the benefits of city life, like the variety of business near to home. I would choose to live here again but it is more suitable for young families or old ones. The area does not contribute much to the families with children 16+.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Norwood Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Norwood Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Norwood Park, Chicago sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Norwood Park, Chicago over the last 12 months is $390,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$449,900
Median Sale Price
$390,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$449,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$331,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$426,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
311
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
11,406
Number of Homes for Sale
31
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,705
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,286
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,023
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
733
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Open Houses
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Thursday, Jul 316 - 8pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
33,766
Median Age
45
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,524
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$116,833
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.7%
College Graduates
42.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.2%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
61
/ 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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