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A convenient north Skokie suburb
An abundance of nearby amenities and proximity to forest preserves allow residents of Barcelona to experience both natural serenity and urban conveniences. This densely populated Skokie suburbia is 17 miles north of downtown Chicago and features hundreds of closely situated homes. Barcelona is on the north side of Skokie, where major highways, grocery stores and dozens of local eateries are easily accessible.
Barcelona has many home options and amenities for its residents.
Many of the subdivisions of Barcelona are lined with sidewalks.
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Renovated ranch-styles and split levels
Most houses in Barcelona were built in the early to mid-20th century and sit on small lots. The neighborhood’s homes are somewhat uniform in style with brick ranch-style homes and split levels occupying most of the market. Most houses have three to five bedrooms and, while some date back over 100 years, many have seen recent remodeling and full renovations. The average home value here is just over $400,000, but newly renovated, 4,000-square-foot homes can be listed for over $600,000.
Many of the subdivisions of Barcelona are lined with sidewalks.
Decades of homes can be found in the Barcelona neighborhood.
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Walk through Emerson Park
Stepping outside of the elementary school you will find Sequoya Park where locals can utilize its basketball court and playground. A short walk to the east will take you to the more expansive Emerson Park which features tennis courts, a basketball court, playgrounds and a walking trail. For more fresh air away from Barcelona’s active suburban streets, residents can take a short drive northwest where they can visit Harms Flatwoods nature preserve, featuring 100 acres of woodlands with winding trails and picnic groves. Just east of Barcelona’s residential streets, locals can spend an afternoon at Weber Park Golf Course where they can enjoy the beautifully landscaped 9-hole course with a season golf pass or benefit from privately coached lessons.
Children love playing at Emerson Park in Barcelona.
Emerson Park in Barcelona has tennis courts for match play.
Weber Park Golf Course is a great place to practice your golf game in Barcelona.
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Career prep at Niles North
Residents may send their young learners to Jane Stenson Elementary School found on Church Street near the neighborhood’s southern boundary. The elementary school serves 350 students and earns a B overall grade from Niche. After the fifth grade, students can attend Old Orchard Junior High School, a B-plus-rated school that lies just 1 mile east of Barcelona. To finish out their K-12 careers, locals can head to Niles North High, which earns an impressive A-plus grade and is the 26th-best public high school in Illinois, according to Niche. Niles North places value on preparing students for life after high school, and students can follow career pathways by taking dual-credit courses and advanced-placement courses in areas like information technology, agriculture and arts and communication.
The CTA Yellow line runs near Barcelona with stops in Skokie, making commuting easy to downtown.
Use I-94 or hop on the Metra
For travel to and from downtown Chicago and its surrounding suburbs, locals can hop on Interstate 94 for a 25-minute drive into the city, or head to Skokie’s Metra station for the hour-long ride. Barcelona provides residents with an active suburban atmosphere and densely populated residential streets, with easy access to amenities and nearby nature preserves.
The Old Orchard shopping center
The eastern edge of Barcelona is home to a busy shopping district off of Skokie Boulevard where locals can visit the Old Orchard shopping center for stores like Nordstroms, Athleta and Free People. The shopping district is also home to a wide selection of fast-food restaurants. For groceries and other day-to-day goods, Barcelona residents can stop at the local Jewel-Osco. After a day of shopping, you can stop for a refreshing beverage at TeaRex Bubble Tea Café, a dinosaur-themed café where you can pick from an array of frozen teas and milk boba teas.
Visitors come to Barcelona to shop at Old Orchard Shopping Center.
TeaRex Bubble Tea Cafe
Free People is one of the most frequented shops at Old Orchard Shopping Center in Barcelona.
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Parks in this Area
Terminal Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Linne Woods Forest Preserve
Bike Trails
Boating
Picnic Area
Gross Point Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Mansfield Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Sequoya Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Community Park
Trails
Emerson Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
23 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Barcelona
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Barcelona Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Barcelona, Skokie sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Barcelona, Skokie over the last 12 months is $435,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Situated on spacious double lot, this 4-bedroom Cape Cod residence is distinguished by its beautiful premium finishes full of lights. First floor features gorgeous hardwood floors, a bright and airy living room, and a dining room with stunning backyard views. The kitchen has lots of cabinets storage. The adjacent family room, perfect for entertainment, boast a beam cathedral ceiling. Two generous
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,110
Median Age
51
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
15.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,332
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,985
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
52.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.4%
% Population in Labor Force
53.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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