Oakton
Neighborhood in Evanston, Illinois
Cook County 60202
Oakton Historic District
The canopies of old-growth trees frame Oakton's quiet streets and supply spots of shade for residents taking strolls along the neat sidewalks below. The community comprises the bulk of Oakton Historic District's 1920s-era homes, which create an everchanging backdrop through varying architectural styles. These homes alternate between Tudor Revivals, Colonial Revivals, Craftsman styles and Chicago Bungalows. Hull Terrace, one of the neighborhood's most notable streets, features brick two-flat buildings sporting turrets, half-timbered facades, numerous windows and other ornate design flourishes. These are often sold as single-level condo units or high-dollar rental properties. Established condo complexes with similar build dates are also available on the outer edges of the neighborhood. The units typically sell between $160,000 and $330,000. Meanwhile, at least one two-flat building sold for over $750,000 in the past year.
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Short trips to South Boulevard Beach
At Leah Lomar Park, just southwest of the neighborhood, children can hop on the miniature two-car train or play in the surrounding sand pit. The park also features a sizeable playground and a paved walking trail. A mile west, James Park holds most of the area’s youth sports programming and games alongside the adjacent TOCA Soccer and Sports Center. South Boulevard Beach, a mile east of the neighborhood, is a quiet spot for Evanston residents to enjoy a day along the shores of Lake Michigan during summer. “The lake is a draw for residents in the area, and people go at any possible opportunity,” Gordon says. Meanwhile, the neighboring South End Community Center runs year-round indoor programming opportunities for all ages, from Tiny Movers Tap & Ballet to Ping Pong.
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Howard Street eats
Howard Street, known for its diverse restaurant scene, is situated 4 blocks south. A trip to the corridor can include stopping into Good To Go Jamaican Cuisine for traditional Caribbean fare or Badou Senegalese Cuisine for yassa and peanut stew. For drinks, Peckish Pig’s patio fills up in the evening for its frequented happy hour. A pair of shopping centers, like Main Street Commons, house a handful of grocery stores and retailers less than 2 miles west. “There are also a ton of little local grocery stores on Clark Street,” says Linda Gordon, a local business owner who lives in the neighboring Howard Street community. She also mentions that many in the area pick up groceries at Wild Onion Market, a co-op 2 miles out along the same street. Meanwhile, Lincolnwood Town Center, an indoor shopping mall 2 miles southwest, provides a robust selection of big-box retail stores.
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Chalk Howard Street and an annual farmers market
Gordon notes that Chalk Howard Street is a popular event in the area. “It’s a fun local festival with vendors and chalk art,” she says. The event, which takes place in late August between Paulina Street and Ashland Avenue, invites attendees to peruse 3D chalk creations from various artists while enjoying refreshments from local vendors. Downtown Evanston Farmers Market occurs 2 miles north at iTEC Lot every Saturday morning from May through early November. Those stopping by the market can purchase fresh produce and artisanal goods from more than 50 local vendors.
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Commuting from South Boulevard Station
South Boulevard Station is a half mile northeast, granting commuters 40-minute rides south to Chicago on Metra’s green line. Similarly, those driving can reach the city along a 14-mile drive via U.S. Route 41 and Dusable Lake Shore Drive. Flights out of Chicago O’Hare International Airport are a similar distance from the community. Northwestern University is closer to home, 2 miles northeast, as well as Ascension Saint Francis Hospital, which borders the community’s eastern side and creates some noise in the form of passing emergency vehicles. Pace Suburban Bus stops line both Ridge and Asbury Avenues for getting around locally.Evanston's magnet schools
Young students walk to Oakton Elementary School, which sits in the community’s northeastern corner and maintains a B rating on Niche. Similarly, Chute Middle School holds a B-plus rating and is a block west of the neighborhood. Meanwhile, older students take the bus to A-plus-rated Evanston Township High School. Evanston Community Consolidated School District No. 65 offers two K-8 magnet schools, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Literary & Fine Arts School and Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies. However, the district recently announced that the latter will be closed following the 2025-2026 school year in tandem with the projected opening of Foster School, a K-5 magnet, the following year.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Adam McDowell
Adam McDowell
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(888) 366-7309
42 Total Sales
1 in Oakton
$126,000 Price
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Mark Nesci
Mark Nesci
Baird & Warner
(844) 963-3048
53 Total Sales
1 in Oakton
$122,500 Price
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Mary Summerville
Mary Summerville
Coldwell Banker
(630) 931-8695
362 Total Sales
1 in Oakton
$240,000 Price
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Alicja Skibicki
Alicja Skibicki
Responds QuicklyBaird & Warner
(224) 808-4960
65 Total Sales
1 in Oakton
$142,000 Price
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Amy Kite
Amy Kite
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Infinity
(815) 581-9501
1,138 Total Sales
1 in Oakton
$125,000 Price
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Silva Jelebinkov
Silva Jelebinkov
Responds QuicklyJam Realty Co
(224) 900-2969
91 Total Sales
1 in Oakton
$330,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Leider Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Kamen Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
James Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Leah Lomar Park
Monroe Tot Lot
South Boulevard Beach
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Oakton | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oakton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oakton, Evanston sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Oakton, Evanston over the last 12 months is $182,500, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$195,000
Median Sale Price
$182,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$780,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$305,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$191,250
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$229
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
212
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1947
Months of Supply
0.80
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,183
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
895
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
1,087
Median Age
46
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,048
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,651
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.7%
College Graduates
65%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
47.4%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
79
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
64
/ 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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