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Outside the hustle and bustle
With thriving commercial and business centers, entertainment venues, major highway access, and one of the largest populations in the western Chicago suburbs, the village of Schaumburg is a busy place. What sets South Schaumburg apart is how solidly residential it is. “The South Schaumburg neighborhood is outside the hustle and bustle of the commercial district,” says Realtor and managing broker Mary Myzia with Re/Max Suburban. Myzia has sold real estate in the area for 40 years and is one of its top sellers. “South Schaumburg is the quiet part of town,” Myzia says, “and very walkable.” Schools, parks, retail spaces and residences are all within arm’s reach.
South Schaumburg was once known for growing crops but now a beautiful place to call home.
Nantucket Square Shopping Center is a central hub for South Schaumburg residents, featuring a range of shops and restaurants.
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Homes for families and more
Most homes in South Schaumburg are three- and four-bedroom ranch-style houses, split-levels and bi-levels with comfortable backyards that sell for between $300,000 and $700,000. “The neighborhood is a big family place,” says Vanessa Carlson, broker-owner of iRealty Flat Fee Brokerage, who’s sold in the area since 2006. “It’s not a nightlife type of place.” The homes' size and the neighborhood's suburban feel are kid-friendly, with few cars parked on the street and sidewalks lining every roadway. Two- and three-bedroom townhouses are also available for $275,000 to $500,000, and smaller condominiums and ranch quad homes, built as four units, sell for between $170,000 to $270,000. Contemporary new home constructions can list for as high as $1.4 million.
You can find a variety of home types in South Schaumburg including split level homes.
You can find many new construction homes in the South Schaumburg neighborhood.
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Shopping along Roselle
Residents shop locally along Roselle Road, where they have a Jewel-Osco grocery store and Tony’s Fresh Market to choose from. The Schaumburg Farmers Market is also on Roselle, held on Fridays from June through October. Dining options are global here and include Nigerian, Brazilian, Mexican and Polish cuisine. Restaurants like the upscale Opolska, which serves dishes from the Opole Region of Poland, put South Schaumburg on the culinary map. More retail and dining options are available on South Barrington Road, where there’s a Walmart Supercenter and a Home Depot.
There are many shops and restaurants for residents of South Schaumburg along Roselle Road.
Residents of South Schaumburg have access to Tony's Fresh Market for all their grocery needs.
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Municipal center festivals
In May, the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center features the Prairie Arts Festival where over 100 artists showcase their work. “The grounds around the municipal center are huge and beautiful,” Myzia says. “There are hiking trails, a sculpture park and an amphitheater.” Septemberfest, the city’s premier event, is held here, too, with live music, a carnival, fireworks and a citywide parade.
Residents will love the grounds and park amenities at Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center.
The scenery at Chicago Athenaeum International Sculpture Park is rather beautiful.
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Schools that make the mark
The schools that serve South Schaumburg all received As from Niche. They include Nathan Hale Elementary, where gifted students are taught using an accelerated curriculum. At Robert Frost Junior High, seventh and eighth graders can enroll in the school’s English-Spanish Dual Language Program. Schaumburg High, an A-plus school, offers over 60 dual-credit courses through local colleges like Harper College, one of the largest community colleges serving Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
Nathan Hale Elementary School is a great choice for families in South Schaumburg.
Robert Frost Junior High School is an option for residents of South Schaumburg.
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Backyard parks and public greenspaces
Parks in South Schaumburg dot the neighborhood, and many border backyards, like Freedom Park, with its paved walking paths and sand-cushioned playground. At Eagle and Macintyre Parks, a neighborhood centerpiece, the community has access to baseball fields, basketball courts, bike paths and tennis courts. Neighborhood centers like the one at Bock Park feature pools, meeting rooms and community services such as preschools. The Schaumburg Park District Sport Center, just south of the 390 tollway, is an all-indoor facility offering youth and adult programs.
South Schaumburg has many scenic neighborhood parks like Eagle Park and Ruth Macintyre Park.
There is a great playground for kids at Freedom Park.
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Biking, driving and riding
While most amenities in South Schaumburg are walkable, bike lanes and paths outline the neighborhood. The Pace Bus runs along major roadways and offers a free Dial-A-Ride service for seniors. Just south of the neighborhood, the Schaumburg Metra station offers service to Downtown Chicago, and the nearby Irving Park Road and 390 tollway connect to O’Hare International Airport, a 15-mile car ride, and the Loop, 30 miles away.
South Schaumburg streets are wide and smooth, perfect for a neighborhood bike ride.
Residents of South Schaumburg have easy access to major highways and tollways.
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Other important resources
South Schaumburg scored a 3 out of 10 on crime from the CAP Index, giving it a lower crime rate than the national average. The closest hospital to the north is Ascension Saint Alexius, which offers 24/7 emergency care and a level II trauma center. In the neighborhood’s southwest corner, the Masjid Al Huda Midwest Islamic Center has served 5,000 families in the Greater Chicagoland area since 1992, and Wintrust Field, a minor league baseball stadium, is where the Schaumburg Boomers play.
South Schaumburg is a lively yet peaceful neighborhood, where homes are surrounded by trees and parks.
During warmer months, residents of South Schaumburg can watch a ball game at Wintrust Field.
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Parks in this Area
Bock Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Town Square Of Schaumburg
Lake
Picnic Area
Trails
Campanelli Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Woodstock Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Chicago Athenaeum International Sculpture Park
Lake
Trails
Parking Lot
Kingsport Lake Park
Basketball
Lake
Playground
Kingsport East Park
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Terada Park
Lake
Multi-Purpose Field
Cove Park
Soccer
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
29 min drive
South Schaumburg Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Schaumburg, Schaumburg sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Schaumburg, Schaumburg over the last 12 months is $398,000, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
29,897
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,617
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,839
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.3%
College Graduates
42%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16%
% Population in Labor Force
71.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
70/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52/ 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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