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A quiet suburb buffered by Busse Woods
Placed near Robert Morris University and two major highways, Mount Shire is an established north Chicago suburb. But it still has a quiet feel, due to the buffer of the sprawling Busse Woods on the west end. The neighborhood has experienced a bit of a rollercoaster recently, but is on a trajectory back to its usual easygoing character. “A lot of homebuyers surged into this area in 2023, when the Chicago Cubs announced they’d be moving into the area,” says Realtor Brandon Rodriguez with Corona Homes Team. “But since that plan has gone up in the air in 2024, the rate of people moving in there has stabilized.”
In Mount Shire homes driveways lead to street-facing attached garages.
Mount Shire residents can kick the ball around at Busse Woods.
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Midcentury styles starting at $200,000
Midcentury split-levels are commonly seen in the area, along with other modest styles. “You’ll see entry-level houses such as ranches without basements,” says Realtor Holly Connors with @properties. Prices tend to be based on square footage and range from $200,000 to $500,000. For example, the top of the market is represented by four-bedroom, two-bathroom split-levels with 2,400 square feet of living space. Yards are decorated with a tall mature tree or two, but otherwise large swaths of grassy lawn frame the property. Driveways lead to street-facing attached garages, and one side of the street typically has a sidewalk.
A raised-ranch home in Mount Shire with brick at the base and white siding above.
At Mount Shire, ranches and split-level homes make up the majority of housing stock.
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Specialized career studies at Rolling Meadows High
John Jay Elementary is centrally located, and features a student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1. It earns a C-plus from Niche. Holmes Junior High has the same ratio, and manages to earn a B. Rolling Meadows High continues the trend of rising scores by earning an impressive A-plus overall. The school offers a career pathways program which covers a range of interests, from engineering to nursing to the culinary arts. Robert Morris University also has a strong presence in Mount Shire, after introducing a branch there in 2011. The university is known for offering evening classes for its business administration degree.
Holmes Junior High goes a step higher in Mount Shire, earning a B from Niche.
Rolling Meadows High School is a top rated public school in, ranking #38 on Niche.com.
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Tamarack Park has playgrounds
Tamarack Park is a public green space located near the campus of Robert Morris University. It has tennis courts, playgrounds and athletic fields. Clearwater Park, located just above the retail cluster in Mount Shire’s north end, is also a way for residents to catch a piece of nature. A walking path that’s nearly a mile allows pedestrians to circle a pond, and there are more playground facilities for families to enjoy. Sports enthusiasts can join the Forest View Racquet and Fitness Club, which offers workout facilities, four racquetball courts, six indoor tennis courts and six outdoor tennis courts.
Robert T. Jackson Clearwater Park offers pickleball courts in Mount Shire.
Forest View Racquet and Fitness Club has interior courts for Mount Shire locals.
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Montrose Market is a local experience
A cluster of conveniences and eateries can be found in the northeastern corner where Golf Road meets Busse Road. Korean cuisine, Indian food and American comforts like coffee, burgers and beer can all be found here – showing that Mount Shire has an eclectic bent to its offerings. Residents can also complete errands at a CVS, or grocery shop at Montrose Market. Just a mile west down Golf Road, residents can also shop at Aldi, Jewel Osco and Brookhaven Market. There’s a traditional shopping mall experience as well at Arlington Town Square, which is surrounded by places to grab fun eats like sushi or pizza.
Montrose Market offers is a local grocery store in the Mount Shire’s northeastern corner.
Brookhaven has fresh produce available in Mount Shire.
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Mount Prospect Celebration of Cultures in August
Fitness and nature enthusiasts also have regular events to be involved in. The nearby Ned Brown Forest Preserves hosts seasonal half marathons and 5K runs, such as the Turkey Trot and Shamrock Beer Run. Seasonal attractions can be found here for all ages, too, including guided paddling and hiking tours, children’s educational programs and biking club gatherings. August brings the annual Mount Prospect Celebration of Cultures event, during which locals highlight their heritage by setting up educational exhibits. There’s also live music, dancing and a market for exploring handmade crafts.
There is plenty of beer for participants during the race at Shamrock Beer Run & Brewfest.
Owners have a great time running with their dogs during the Lucky Dog 5K.
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O'Hare International is only 10 miles south
Mount Shire covers a relatively small area, bounded by Highway 58 and Highway 62, and residents can directly access amenities along these routes, which are trafficked by public buses. The neighborhood is also close to Interstate 90, so commuters can easily begin the 35-mile trip south to downtown Chicago. O’Hare International Airport is about 10 miles south.
Mount Shire is close to Interstate 90, so commuters can easily travel to Chicago downtown.
Sandwiched between two highways, Mount Shire is a laidback neighborhood.
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Mount Shire Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mount Shire, Mount Prospect sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Mount Shire, Mount Prospect over the last 12 months is $290,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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