North Frankfort
Mixture of old and new, big and small
North Frankfort comes with a comforting mixture of housing styles. “You have a mix of Victorian-type homes and farm-style houses as well as contemporary,” Murphy says. “A mix of old and new construction.” Brick townhomes from the early 2000s are also common sightings. Mediterranean and Georgian-inspired stone mansions can be spotted around the neighborhood’s edges. More than half of residents have homes that lead to sidewalks. Exteriors carry manicured front lawns and attached garages. Prices come in a wide range. Townhouses can be priced at $350,000, then a large mansion can hit over $2 million.
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New renovations with highly-rated education
Little ones can start their education at Grand Prairie Elementary from kindergarten through second grade. This B-plus-rated school adopted a “School within a School” concept. This means students stay within a colored-assigned community through their three years. Grades three through five are done at the A-rated Chelsea Intermediate School. This school continuously updates its building. Their newest renovations include new and improved classrooms and collaborative learning spaces. Hickory Creek Middle has an A on Niche. The school offers 13 clubs and activities. Diplomas can be earned from Lincoln Way East High School, which has an A-plus on Niche. Outside the classroom, the school has a competitive athletics program, with many of its 28 sports earning championship titles.
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Old Plank Road Trail spreads 21 miles
Residents have several options for parks and outdoor recreation. Old Plank Road Trail is a popular spot for locals to hike, bike or jog. The 21-mile recreation trail is known to have some rare nature species such as snowy campion, scurfy pea, or savanna blazing star. Main Park on the southwest end holds several fields for various sports. Then, the kiddos can enjoy their time on the playground. Indian Boundary Park has a baseball field, playground, and skate park. Kiddos can use their imagination at the KidsWorks Children Museum, which has several exhibits and weekly programs.
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Frankfort Fall Festival and dozens of other events
North Frankfort hosts several community events year-round. Walkers and runners can participate in the four 5k/10K runs. Frankfort Bluegrass Festival was awarded in 2019 by the International Bluegrass Association as “Event of the Year.” The two-day events include arts and crafts, workshops, and, of course, jamming tents. “Get Hooked on Frankfort” Fishing Derby is a day event in June that engages little ones in fishing while enjoying some of downtown Frankfort restaurant favorites. The Frankfort Fall Festival has been going on for over 55 years and draws 250,000 visitors around Labor Day weekend.Historic downtown with simple dining
La Grange Road and Lincoln Highway hold most dining and retail establishments. “It’s more the charm of it. There are some nice restaurants within walking distance,” Murphy says. “Unique, small, family-owned store. A nice, charming area, not a lot of chains.” Enjoy a simple meal at KupAJoe Café. While sipping on morning brew, chow on an array of wraps, sandwiches, or salads. Dancing Marlin is on the north end of La Grange Road and specializes in steak and seafood. Sunday is a popular spot for them thanks to their “All you can Munch Brunch.” Get the grocery haul done at Jewel Osco and Mariano’s.
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Lincoln Highway and Route 45 centrally located
Those who must commute into the city can hop on the Metra at the Hickory Creek stop. From there, it’s about an hour's ride into the city. “Route 30 goes coast to coast; that’s Lincoln Highway,” Murphy says. “Route 45 goes to Wisconsin.” There, these routes connect to Interstates 80 and 57. Once on 57, it’s a 30-mile drive to the city.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ernestina Preciado
Ernestina Preciado
RE/MAX 10
(708) 998-4209
191 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$445,000 Price
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Gina LaMore
Gina LaMore
Responds QuicklyLaMore Realty
(779) 252-7513
221 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$805,000 Price
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Christine Fischer
Christine Fischer
RE/MAX 1st Service
(708) 274-4213
58 Total Sales
5 in North Frankfort
$430K - $565K Price Range
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Portia Hawkins
Portia Hawkins
Responds QuicklyPhenomenal Properties Inc
(877) 629-2857
36 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$620,000 Price
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Andrea Maldonado
Andrea Maldonado
Realty of America, LLC
(866) 720-6171
94 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$530,000 Price
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Joan McClorey
Joan McClorey
First In Realty, Inc.
(773) 747-3454
54 Total Sales
1 in North Frankfort
$734,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 2nd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Main Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Michele Bingham Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Soccer
Indian Boundry Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Butternut Creek Woods Park
- Dog Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Shaffer Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Windy Hill Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Frankfort | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Frankfort Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Frankfort, Frankfort sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Frankfort, Frankfort over the last 12 months is $333,200, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$575,000
Median Sale Price
$333,200
Median Single Family Sale Price
$512,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,180,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$333,200
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
55
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$466
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,213
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
2009
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,781
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,566
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,990
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,681
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 311am - 1pm
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 5pm
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
11,446
Median Age
48
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,182
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$152,569
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.4%
College Graduates
52.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41
/ 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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