Forest River
Suburban Neighborhood in Mount Prospect, Illinois
Cook County 60016, 60025, 60056, 60062
Midcentury split-levels and newer townhouses
Some of the local houses date back to the 1930s, but not all. One is just as likely to see midcentury housing that still appears fresh, or even townhouses from the 2020s. “A lot of home prices in this area will be mid $300,000s to mid $500,000s,” says Realtor Holly Connors, who has been with Christie’s International Real Estate since 2003. “You’ll commonly see split-level homes from the 60s and 70s.” Despite being 23 miles northwest of Chicago, and despite the rather rural green surroundings, the streetscapes of Forest River are distinctly suburban. Long driveways lead to attached garages, and while sidewalks may not always be present, or only on one side of the street, it’s true that tall mature trees are a hallmark of the neighborhood.
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Fun on the water or in the woods
With the Des Plaines River running through the neighborhood's central nature reserves, it’s easy for residents to find an outdoor escape. Expansive woodlands, open fields and small ponds provide recreational space to explore. There are opportunities for canoeing, hiking, horseback riding and biking. Cross country skiing is an option in the colder months. Additionally, bird watching is a popular past time. Burning Bush Trails Park is a top spot for sports enthusiasts, with its roller hockey and pickleball courts, baseball diamonds and multiuse athletic fields. Camp Pine Woods, Allison Woods and Lake Avenue Woods provide picnic pavilions along with miles of trails. Non-motorized boat owners can launch at the Beck Lake boat launch for drifting or paddling.
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High ranking public schools
Outstanding public schools contribute to the appeal of Forest Rivers. Indian Grove Elementary has a 14-to-1 student-teacher ratio, and earns an A-minus from Niche. River Trails Middle is a similar size with a similar student-teacher ratio – and it, too, earns an A-minus. John Hersey High is a large institution with over 2,000 students enrolled, and it still manages to earn an A-plus. The school is known for having a successful marching band program. In 2017, the Hersey Marching Huskies were selected as Honor Band at the Illinois SuperState competition – a coveted distinction given to only one band each year.
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Easy interstate access and a Metra station
Interstate 294 runs along the east side, giving commuters a convenient way to merge onto Interstate 90 and reach downtown. Within the neighborhood, residents are likely to use Route 45. This key north-south pathway, also known as River Road, is lined with eateries – as is Milwaukee Road, a bus-trafficked corridor which forks off from it. The Prospect Heights Metra station sits near Wolf Road on the west end.
Eclectic locally owned eateries
There’s plenty of variety in Forest River’s dining scene. Sushi, Mexican food and modern American cuisine are some of the options. Otherwise, a relaxed homestyle experience is commonly found. Buddy’s Bites and Brews is where patrons can enjoy live music, drinks and games while chowing down on one of the establishment’s classic jumbo sliders. Quick bites are available at Fry the Coop, which features fried chicken sandwiches that come in a range of spice levels. For daily essentials, residents can shop at the Dollar Tree off of Plaza Drive, or visit Abarrotes La Rosita for a selection of groceries and fresh tacos. Big box supermarkets be found in the adjacent neighborhood of Mount Prospect, which has an Aldi and Fresh Thyme Market.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Steven Goodman
Steven Goodman
Keller Williams Thrive
(224) 328-2871
160 Total Sales
1 in Forest River
$202,000 Price
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Johnson Maliekkal
Johnson Maliekkal
Responds QuicklyRe/Max United
(833) 554-1189
99 Total Sales
1 in Forest River
$350,000 Price
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Marla Schneider
Marla Schneider
Coldwell Banker Realty
(224) 258-0591
298 Total Sales
3 in Forest River
$130K - $370K Price Range
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Venny Rivera
Venny Rivera
eXp Realty
(224) 458-2864
311 Total Sales
1 in Forest River
$135,000 Price
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Karina Hiselman
Karina Hiselman
Compass
(872) 217-9978
88 Total Sales
1 in Forest River
$172,000 Price
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Jerry Goodwin
Jerry Goodwin
Coldwell Banker Realty
(708) 340-6984
122 Total Sales
1 in Forest River
$165,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Burning Bush Trails Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Willow Trails Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Camp Pine Woods
- Boating
- Camping
- Dog Park
Indian Trail Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Aspen Trails Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Kloempken Prairie
- Trails
- Hiking
River Trails Nature Center
Allison Woods
Lake Avenue Woods
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Forest River | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Forest River Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest River, Mount Prospect sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest River, Mount Prospect over the last 12 months is $225,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$237,450
Median Sale Price
$225,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$480,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$440,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$199,913
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
153
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$216
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,291
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1967
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,198
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,607
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,056
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
867
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,295
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2111am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,075 - $2,848 per month
- Briarwood Terrace Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 590+ Sq Ft
- 1501 S Wolf Rd
- Prospect Heights, IL
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$1,764 - $5,803 per month
- The Monarch
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 471+ Sq Ft
- 150 N East River Rd
- Des Plaines, IL
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,814
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,790
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$90,308
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.2%
Advanced Degrees
13.7%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11
/ 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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