Kimberley Peirce
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(708) 859-6554
37 Total Sales
2 in Clarendon Hills
$340K - $725K Price Range
Clarendon Hills
Located in DuPage County
At the name of Clarendon Hills, you might imagine rolling, sweeping contours – and that’s an accurate depiction of this west Chicago suburb of nearly 8,800 people. In the 1920s, designers took a page from the playbook of Frederick Law Olmstead, who was famous for shaping neighborhoods around natural escapes like parks. As a result, the streets in Clarendon Hills move in fluid lines, following the contour of the land, unlike the grids of surrounding neighborhoods.
At 9 acres, Hosek Park in south Clarendon Hills is certainly one of the green spaces that the neighborhood is built around. There are playgrounds, soccer fields, softball fields and tennis courts to recreate on. But the center piece is 23-acre Prospect Park, stamped by picturesque fishing ponds and loaded with athletic facilities, including batting cages. In keeping with the neighborhood’s natural philosophy, parts of the park are restored prairie – and yes, there’s a hillside to sled down. It's a prime place for residents to see and be seen.
“This is a highly valued area,” says Realtor Bryan Bomba. “People from the city regularly seek it out, because it’s not too much of a departure from the city lifestyle.” Indeed, West Suburban Living in 2012 named Clarendon Hills the second-best place to live in the Chicago area. It’s easy to see why, just from a transportation standpoint: there’s a thriving Metra commuter station downtown, plus the Kingery Highway in west Clarendon Hills, which connects you to Interstates 88, 294 and 355.
When it comes to housing, there’s something for everyone. First-time homebuyers can find a remodeled brick ranch that exudes midcentury charm. Prices start around $360,000. In the middle range, you can find 1950s Cape Cods with open floor plans, plus a front and backyard that provides that classic suburban feel. Prices start around $600,000. Then, at the highest level, you start getting into million-dollar homes. These houses can easily be 4,000 square feet or more, situated on quarter acre lots. They’ll also have more robust landscaping, with mature trees present. The styles lean towards timeless and traditional.
For close attention from teachers, go to Walker Elementary: it’s one of the district’s smallest schools, enrolling only 270 students at the K-5 level. Students then usually move up to Clarendon Hills Middle, a school that serves 600 students in grades 6-8. This is a newer institution, opening as recently as 2000, but in that short time it has been named a U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School. Clarendon Middle students graduate to Hinsdale Central High, an older school founded in 1879. The sports teams are known for being highly successful, with Hinsdale students winning eight state championships in 2015. Expansions arrived in 2004, with bigger hallways and a $5 million-dollar library. New amenities continue to be added, including a pool and, in 2022, a student commons.
Drive along Ogden Avenue in north Clarendon Hills for retail shopping, groceries and dining experiences. The bright and lively Citrus Diner serves up tried-and-true breakfast dishes with eggs, bacon and home fries. If you don’t like running errands, you might change your mind when you walk through Standard Market: the rustic setting makes it a relaxing time when looking for that special ingredient.
If you’re looking to step outside the box of the typical suburban lifestyle, take a look around the winding streets and hip destinations of Clarendon Hills.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kimberley Peirce
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Luigui Corral
Luigui Corral
RE/MAX American Dream
(224) 212-1953
226 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Hills
$384,000 Price
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Denise Damzak
Denise Damzak
Baird & Warner
(708) 734-2744
7 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Hills
$78,000 Price
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Mike Long
Mike Long
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(331) 241-7089
122 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Hills
$342,000 Price
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Carrie Clements
Carrie Clements
Baird & Warner
(224) 808-4249
65 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Hills
$510,000 Price
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Kimberly Zahand
Kimberly Zahand
Keller Williams North Shore West
(708) 859-7009
392 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Hills
$581,000 Price
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Clarendon Hills Housing Trends
On average, homes in Clarendon Hills, IL sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Clarendon Hills, IL over the last 12 months is $739,500, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$739,000
Median Sale Price
$739,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$775,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,350,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$232,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
124
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$23
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$315
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Months of Supply
1.50
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 2pm
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,129 - $3,750 per month
- HIGHPOINT Clarendon Hills
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 770+ Sq Ft
- Walker Ave
- Clarendon Hills, IL
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Clarendon Hills Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,538
Median Age
41
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$114,737
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$156,399
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
74.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
