Sauganash
Suburban Neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois
Cook County 60646
Varied architecture sets Sauganash apart
Housing in Sauganash runs the gamut, both in pricing and in architecture. Ranches and split-levels range from $300,000 to $500,000, while multi-storied homes usually cost between $500,000 and $800,000. The variety of architecture is what makes Sauganash stand out. Tudors, Georgians, colonials, as well as the occasional French eclectic home, tower over front lawns. Driveways are often built in front of houses to conserve space, but homeowners can easily park along the wide sidewalks that parents use to walk their children to class. While the neighborhood is known for its stunning homes, built in the first half of the century, that put it on the National Historic Registry, many have modern additions. New builds that sell around the $1 million mark are available as well.Sports courts and LaBagh Woods
A short drive from the metropolis that is Downtown Chicago, Sauganash is rich with nature and outdoor activities. Residents can play their sport of choice on any of Sauganash Park’s two baseball fields, four tennis courts, basketball court or football and soccer combination field. The park also features a playground for younger kids, as well as a variety of extracurricular activities for other age groups, from kids’ soccer and adult pickleball to piano lessons inside its Tudor-style auditorium and assembly hall. Residents can bike, walk or skateboard through the park along Valley Line Trail, otherwise known as Sauganash Trail, into nearby LaBagh Woods. There, they can enjoy a picnic at the LaBagh Woods nature preserve and take in views of a mossy pond or the North Chicago River, as well as glimpses of sparrows, red-tailed hawks, mink and other wildlife that peeks through the trees.
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Children walk to top-rated Chicago schools
Sauganash in known for its schools, both public and private. “It’s one of the last few walk-to-school neighborhoods,” says Pat McEneely, real estate broker with @properties, who both sells and resides in the neighborhood. Sauganash Elementary School, for kindergarteners through eighth graders, receives an A-minus from Niche and earned a 2021 Thrive Award for its dedication to school improvement. Queen of All Saints Elementary School—a private, Catholic option—is highly regarded in the neighborhood and earns a B grade. Children can then attend William Howard Taft High School for seventh through 12th grade, which also receives a B and features an International Baccalaureate program, as well as more than 70 sports teams and clubs.
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Commute to city or suburbs from midpoint Sauganash
Sauganash’s location is one of its major draws—bordered by Interstate 94, it’s an easy drive to both the city center and the suburbs of Chicago. Sauganash residents who want access to great schools and nature can easily commute Downtown, while those working in Chicago’s suburbs can still live close to the city center. While most Sauganash residents own a car, Chicago’s Metra commuter rail system picks up passengers at nearby Edgebrook and Forest Glen stops. For further, out-of-town trips, Chicago O’Hare International Airport is only a 20-minute drive.Flags and fireworks for Sauganash Fourth of July
The Sauganash Community Association, a voluntary organization, plans two of the community’s major events: the Bob Perkaus Memorial 5K run, as well as the Fourth of July Parade and Picnic. Complete with marching bands and a firetruck, the Fourth of July Parade concludes with a flag raising ceremony every summer. Block parties are common here, too.
Cocktails and barbeque at the "city's edge"
Residents can stop by City’s Edge for craft cocktails and barbeque sandwiches, or head to Stefani Prime, in neighboring Lincolnwood. With white-tablecloth service and an upscale Italian menu with prime cuts of beef and seafood, residents can celebrate milestones in style here. For nights in, there’s a neighborhood Whole Foods. Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream is a fan-favorite in the summer, too—families can enjoy their sweet treats on the Adirondack lawn chairs outside, or take in the over-the-top, seasonal interior décor.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Holly Connors
Holly Connors
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(773) 985-2352
830 Total Sales
1 in Sauganash
$875,000 Price
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Richard Mell
Richard Mell
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(833) 313-5503
33 Total Sales
1 in Sauganash
$506,500 Price
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Debra Dobbs
Debra Dobbs
Responds QuicklyCompass
(866) 891-0062
286 Total Sales
1 in Sauganash
$726,000 Price
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Jerzy Mastalerczyk
Jerzy Mastalerczyk
Real Broker LLC
(833) 455-1587
100 Total Sales
1 in Sauganash
$412,500 Price
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Jim Streff
Jim Streff
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(773) 389-2807
283 Total Sales
1 in Sauganash
$435,000 Price
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Chris Stephens
Chris Stephens
Dream Town Real Estate
(630) 866-5575
49 Total Sales
1 in Sauganash
$356,000 Price
Schools
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Sauganash Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Playground
LaBagh Woods
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Sauganash Trail Park
- Trails
De Julio Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Springfield Park
- Basketball
- Skateboard
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sauganash | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 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
Sauganash Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sauganash, Chicago sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Sauganash, Chicago over the last 12 months is $607,500, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$649,950
Median Sale Price
$607,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$665,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$505,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$325
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,292
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,010
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,867
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,138
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 152 - 4pm
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
6,725
Median Age
45
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$137,546
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$166,491
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
62.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%
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®
72
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43
/ 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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