Holly Connors
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(773) 985-2352
830 Total Sales
4 in Creekside
$291K - $775K Price Range
Creekside
Suburban Neighborhood in Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Cook County 60008, 60067, 60173
Come one, come all: in the early 1800s, Creekside was attracting ambitious farmers from the East Coast. But fast forward to the 1950s, when developers purchased land around Salt Creek, then broadcast their plans for model homes in the local press. There was a vision: give blue-collar workers at chance at the American Dream.
By 1955, people were arriving in droves, and 700 houses were sold. Crawford’s, the largest department store in the northwest suburbs, moved in as well. Western Electric, the famous manufacturer, also took root there. Evolving from an agricultural community into a booming business center, today Creekside is thriving suburb where 24,000 people have established a home. Indeed, top employers include Northrop Grumman, Verizon, Capital One and Walmart. Residents even have a flashy name for a strip of these big businesses: the Golden Corridor.
“There are so many diverse jobs here,” says Realtor Wendy Lee. “So the economy doesn’t slow down if one industry suffers.”
Condos are a popular lifestyle option in Creekside, and prices generally start in the low $200,000s. Look for low-rise buildings from the 1970s, some of which have modern appliances inside. But you can also find plenty of single-owner houses here as well. Once you crest into the $500,000s, you have access to a variety of move-in ready homes. Strongly represented is the midcentury modern style. Look for brick ranches on half-acre lots, which feel like a piece of pure suburban charm.
At Plum Grove Junior High, roughly 850 students are enrolled in grades 7 and 8. The school has an array of clubs, from robotics to anime to dance and drama. You’ll find the school near Euclid Avenue, where you can run quick errands at CVS.
Routes 53 and 62 run through Creekside, giving you ample transportation options. These are also your commercial corridors where you’ll find entertainment, dining and everyday amenities. At the Coach House Bar & Grill, listen to local music while chowing down on a burger. If you prefer an upscale experience, Chicago Prime Steakhouse promises white tablecloths and a fireside patio. Or, just head over to Aldi and grab ingredients for dinner – the Shoppes at Prime Village conveniently cluster all these businesses together. You can merge from these routes onto Interstate 90, giving you access to downtown Chicago within half an hour.
But if you want to spend some time out of the car, no worries. Many of the neighborhood roads feature cul-de-sacs and are fit for walking. Indeed, several parks are accessible directly from these residential streets. Try Plum Grove Park, where you can laze around on 8-acres of open green space, or step inside the banquet hall that has a rustic ambiance. There’s a skate park attached, too, if you feel like cutting loose.
Overall, Creekside is more than your average suburb. It’s a place where business can thrive, and where all the basic necessities are within arm’s reach. Maybe you’re not a farmer, and maybe you’re not a former factory worker at Western Electric. But if you check out Creekside, you could find yourself in a midcentury modern paradise.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Holly Connors
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Lisa Kowalenko
Lisa Kowalenko
Keller Williams Thrive
(224) 257-3891
31 Total Sales
1 in Creekside
$285,000 Price
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Luigui Corral
Luigui Corral
RE/MAX American Dream
(224) 212-1953
226 Total Sales
1 in Creekside
$499,900 Price
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Sara Poss
Sara Poss
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 261-7186
56 Total Sales
4 in Creekside
$385K - $605K Price Range
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Neil Verhagen
Neil Verhagen
Baird & Warner
(224) 970-2987
140 Total Sales
1 in Creekside
$130,100 Price
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Steven Goodman
Steven Goodman
Keller Williams Thrive
(224) 328-2871
159 Total Sales
1 in Creekside
$690,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Creekside Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Salk Park
South Salk Park
Sunset Meadows Park
- Football
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Countryside Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Sunset Park
Plum Grove Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Skateboard
Busse Woods
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Creekside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Creekside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Creekside, Rolling Meadows sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Creekside, Rolling Meadows over the last 12 months is $340,000, up 68% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$375,000
Median Sale Price
$340,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$634,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$325,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$192,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
59
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
68%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$227
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,287
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,369
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,702
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,101
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
801
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,740
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,539 - $2,205 per month
- Fieldpointe of Schaumburg
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 528+ Sq Ft
- 1708 Arbor Square
- Schaumburg, IL
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$1,465 - $2,430 per month
- The Preserve at Woodfield
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 800+ Sq Ft
- 4700 Arbor Dr
- Rolling Meadows, IL
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,210
Median Age
41
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,838
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,533
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.2%
College Graduates
46.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14%
% Population in Labor Force
72.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
17''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Plum Grove Village
Plum Grove Village, where nature and convenience meet
Rolling Meadows
Winding suburban streets harken back to this city’s foundational years
Westgate
Live next to Westgate Elementary and a mile from downtown Arlington Heights
Busse Woods
City convenience and outdoor adventure, all in one neighborhood
Woodfield
Upscale retail wonderland with a mix of ranch-style homes, townhouses and condos
Twin Lakes
Peaceful lakeside lifestyle next to one of Chicagoland’s best golf courses
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