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A village dressed in history
During the War of 1812, Fort Dearborn was attacked and abandoned – the few remaining survivors were guided to safety across Lake Michigan by Alexander Robinson. After the war had ended, it was Robinson who moved west, looking for a high point that wasn’t the marshy lands surrounding Lake Michigan. He settled in what is now known as Harwood Heights, a highly residential village that saw a huge population boom in the mid-1900s.
"A lot of people are drawn to the area by it's convenient location and amenities," says Al Giannini, a local real estate agent who has lived in the area for over 40 years. "You're just a short drive from O'Hare, and other means of transportation are easy to access, including the elevated train station and a few CTA stops. The property taxes here are also more tolerable than in the surrounding Chicago suburbs, largely due to the taxes collected from the big urban shopping centers that can be found in the community."
Harwood Heights Water Tower provides water to the neighborhood.
A residential neighborhood within Harwood Heights.
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Quaint bungalows and modern traditional builds
Today, walking around the spacious streets will take walkers past vintage brick ranch-style homes and stately luxury homes alike. No matter the number of rooms needed in the house or desired amenities, there’s a greatly varied mix of stand-alone home styles that will fit the vision. Yard space is limited, with small, fenced-in back lots being most common, and the atmosphere is on the quieter side. The average listing price here is $375,000, but shoppers will find 800-square-foot bungalows in the lower $200,000s. The higher end of the market features five-bedroom modern traditional-style homes with 2,200 square feet and updated interiors.
Harwood Heights boasts a significantly lower crime rate compared to surrounding areas.
A row of charming homes in Harwood Heights, with brick exteriors, manicured lawns, and shaded streets.
The average home price in Harwood Heights is $374,628.
A Brick ranch home with an attached single-car garage in Harwood Heights.
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Career prep at Ridgewood High
Union Ridge School publicly serves prekindergarten through eighth grade, earns an A-minus overall grade from Niche and is highly rated for its commitment to innovative academic structures and intensive reading programs. Older learners can attend Ridgewood High School, which has a B-plus overall rating and a student-to-teacher ratio of 16-1. The high school has instituted numerous innovated programs in recent years, including a Geometry in construction course and the education pathways career planning program, where aspiring teachers can take college-level courses and earning dual credit.
Union Ridge Elementary School is a highly-rated school in Harwood Heights.
Ridgewood Community High School is well rated public school in Norridge, IL.
Ridgewood Community High School hosts many sporting events.
Ridgewood Community High School has a well-maintained track.
Union Ridge School has a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1 and received an A- from Niche.
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Boba tea and Italian bites
For everyday necessities, grocery stores such as Mariano’s and ALDI can be found nearby. Going just south on the major route of Harlem Avenue, popular stops such as Target, CVS, Chase Bank and more line the one road for efficiently timed errands. Locals can get their daily dose of caffeine at Tea Talk Boba or grab a table at Rocco Vino's Italian Restaurant to savor dishes like seafood risotto and stuffed eggplant.
Aldi is a low-cost grocer that hunts for bargains for you while keeping high standards.
Mariano's is a premium grocer in Harwood Heights, it offers quality options to residents.
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Enjoy the fresh air at Norridge or Ridgemoor
Harwood Heights is dedicated to providing recreational activities to its residents. The community gathers at the Norridge Park District for both outdoor and indoor fun. The recreation and fitness centers provide open gym space and fitness equipment, while outside, there are large sports fields and an in-line hockey rink. The park hosts several year-round programs and events, everywhere between creative youth classes and senior clubs to all-age athletics.
The park center isn’t the only sprawl of green space in Harwood Heights - taking up a generous portion of acreage is Ridgemoor Country Club. Established in 1905 and an important aspect of the community, it provides a meticulously landscaped golf course, tennis courts and a pool, and a large event-based social club.
Northridge Park, in Harwood Heights received good reviews by visitors on google.
Norridge Park District in Harwood Heights features a large water park for visitors of all ages.
Norridge Park District playground is colorful and inviting to the kids of Harwood Heights.
Practice your jump shot at the Norridge Park Basketball Courts.
Ridgemoor Country Club is in the heart of Harwood Heights.
Norridge Park has cool amenities like an in-line hockey rink, playground, and sports fields.
Ridgemoor Country Club is a private member-owned club in Harwood Heights.
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Easy access to downtown and O'Hare
For commuters, there are several CTA bus stops all throughout the community, making access to the rest of the Chicago suburbs simple. Additionally, O’Hare International Airport is under 6 miles away, while the downtown Chicago Loop is less than 15.
For commuters, there are several CTA bus stops in Harwood Heights.
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