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A sense of calm and proximity in northwest Elgin
North Country Knolls is a primarily residential neighborhood located 3 miles west of Downtown Elgin. Ascension St. Joseph Hospital, one of Elgin's largest employers, heals patients in the center of the community. Wooded residential streets orient around the landmark, sharing the environment with wildlife inhabiting a nearby nature preserve. Residents are also close to big-box shops, retailers and chain restaurants on the other side of Route 20, a major thoroughfare that leads to downtown. A stronger sense of local flavor accumulates in the city center. Bordering the Fox River, Festival Park famously hosts Elgin's annual cultural events and holiday celebrations.
Foliage is a fixture in North Country Knolls
In the fall, the sidewalks of North Country Knolls are covered with orange and yellow leaves. The trees above are a fixture in the community, especially for those neighboring the Hawthorne Hill Nature Center. Cul-de-sacs feature ranch-style homes, bilevels and Colonial Revivals with modest, square lawns. Attached garages come standard, along with paved driveways and, in some instances, in-ground pools. Among the tall trees, homebuyers can expect some minor flooding from the Fox River’s distributaries. Altogether, prices range from $270,000 to $490,000, about average in Elgin.
Custom homes can be found in parts of North Country Knolls.
Colonial Revival homes are common in North Country Knolls.
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School District U-46 partners with Elgin Community College
Students in North Country Knolls are zoned for Elgin’s School District U-46, beginning at Hillcrest Elementary School on Airlite Street. Located next door to the Hawthorne Hill Nature Center, the school is walkable for many families, enrolling kindergarten through sixth grade. Niche gives the school a C. Kimball Middle School earns the same grade, a seventh through eighth-grade institution just north on McLean Boulevard. With a C-plus, Larkin High School is home to the district’s Visual and Performing Arts Academy. Students can apply in eighth grade for four-year, performance-based programs in dance, drama, music or the visual arts. Additionally, select juniors and seniors are eligible for the district’s Dual Credit program at Elgin Community College, located 3 miles south of the neighborhood. According to local news sources, enrollment has steadily increase since 2019.
Hillcrest Elementary School provides education in the neighborhood of
Elgin.
After school programs at Elgin Community College are plentiful.
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Elgin’s houses of worship & spiritual education
St. Thomas More Catholic Church and its associated school are located at the intersection of Thomas More Drive and Highland Avenue. Enrolling kindergarten through eighth grade, St. Thomas More Elementary School is a private, spiritual option catering to North Country Knolls and its surrounding neighborhoods. Upon eighth-grade graduation, many students continue to St. Edward Central Catholic High School, located 2 miles east on Locust Street. First Baptist Church Elgin neighbors the parish on Highland Avenue, though homebuyers will find a handful of spiritual institutions throughout the area, including the Islamic Community Center on Heine Avenue.
Enjoy seasonal crafts at Festival of Lights: Diwali in Downtown Elgin.
There is delicious candy at Scandinavian Day Festival in Downtown South Elgin.
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Ascension St. Joseph Hospital is within walking distance
Pace Suburban bus stops are accessible throughout North Country Knolls—Primarily along Lyle and Larkin Avenues. However, most residents of northwest Elgin are car dependent. As one of the city’s largest employers, Ascension St. Joseph Hospital attracts commuters from across the area. Many homes surrounding the medical center are within walking distance, though its central location offers a short commute for those opting to drive. Downtown Elgin sits 3 miles west, home to the Elgin Metra station. Riders can expect an hour-long trip to Chicago’s Union Station, while drivers can head 44 miles east on Interstate 90. Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 30 miles into the commute.
North Country Knolls residents have quick access to all of the amenities of Elgin.
Ascension St. Joseph hospital is the largest employer of North Country Knolls residents.
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Old Republic Kitchen + Bar is a hub for live music and outdoor dining
Larkin Avenue borders North Country Knolls to the south, offering several amenities, including Jewel-Osco and Walgreens. But most head to Randall Road for day-to-day shopping and dining. The thoroughfare stretches just west of the neighborhood, where Otter Creek Shopping Center houses a Target, Burlington and Hobby Lobby. Down the road, Old Republic Kitchen + Bar is a go-to in Elgin. Two levels of patio dining accompany a prominent outdoor stage and bar clad with neon lights. When local musicians aren’t performing, patrons can catch the Bears game inside while dining on classic American bites, from steak to fresh-caught walleye. An array of big-box stores line the strip farther south. Meijer, Menards, Sam’s Club and Walmart Supercenter anchor loads of regional chain restaurants, from Portillo’s to Lou Malnati’s.
Old Republic Kitchen and Bar is a favorite in North Country Knolls.
Taco Jerez is a popular mexican restaurant in North Country Knolls.
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Investing in Elgin’s parks and recreation scene
As of 2024, Elgin is actively improving and expanding its parks and recreation hubs. Hawthorne Hill Nature Center, for example, is a 67-acre natural area with woodchipped trails, a fishing pier on its pond and a handful of gardens. The nature center itself provides indoor programming and play areas for Elgin families. The city has, in turn, approved a generous budget to enhance and preserve the park’s ecosystem for future generations of visitors. Over at the Elgin Sports Complex, soccer, softball and t-ball teams compete across 400 acres of ball fields. Additional public amenities include a BMX track and sand volleyball courts, which will accompany additional athletic fields and walking trails set for completion in 2025. Golfers gather at The Highlands of Elgin Golf Course next door. The 18-hole public course offers lessons and simulators. After a round, patrons can browse a menu of house-made American eats at its on-site tavern.
The pond is a great place to teach your children to fish.
Downtown Elgin residents can head to the Elgin Sports Complex for a round of golf.
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From Juneteenth to Nightmare on Chicago Street at Festival Park
Each summer, Festival Park in Downtown Elgin hosts a series of cultural celebrations that draw residents from across the city. Food, history and the arts come together at the annual Juneteenth Cultural Festival, hosted by the African-American Coalition of Kane County. Later in September, La Fiesta de Elgin honors Mexican Independence Day with live mariachi music, food vendors, local artisans and programming at The Hemmens Cultural Center. In the fall, residents flock to Chicago Street to celebrate Halloween. According to local news, Nightmare on Chicago Street attracts thousands of guests each year. The immersive atmosphere pairs with spooky performances and apocalyptic-themed refreshments. Of course, visitors are encouraged to wear costumes. When the holidays roll around, Elgin’s Holiday Cheers event invites downtown businesses to open up shop and mural their windows for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony.
The Love on the Lawn Festival in Elgin is a great place to get away from it all.
Travel around Downtown Elgin is easy thanks to the Pace bus system.
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Parks in this Area
Hawthorne Hill Nature Center
Trails
Nature Center
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
38 min drive
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Airlite St & Lin Lor Ln
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Lyle Ave & Highland Ave
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Jane Dr & Larkin Ave
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Larkin Ave & Provena Dr & Belmont Ave
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Maple Ln & Jane Dr
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Lin Lor Ln & Lyle Ave
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Highland Ave & Thomas More Dr
North Country Knolls Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Country Knolls, Elgin sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Country Knolls, Elgin over the last 12 months is $915,000, up 6% from the median 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
3,083
Median Age
44
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,031
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,370
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.9%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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