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Diverse neighborhood northwest of Chicago
Southwest Skokie residents often prefer a relaxed pace and laidback lifestyle where they know their neighbors by name without being too far from downtown Chicago. "It is a total melting pot; the neighborhood has so many different types of people from all backgrounds," Lisa Sanders with @properties Christies International says. Sanders is the top-ranked broker in Norwood Park and has been a top broker in the Chicago area for several years.
The Southwest Skokie neighborhood is located northwest of downtown Chicago.
The Southwest Skokie neighborhood is culturally diverse with people from many backgrounds.
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Ranch-styles and Georgians in Chicago suburb
Homes in the neighborhood are often stand-alone, single-family homes. Locals will see many ranch-style homes along with bi-levels and Georgians. Prices start at about $350,000, which will get homebuyers a couple of bedrooms and a bathroom. For $850,000, they can get four to six bedrooms with as many as four bathrooms and a garage with a driveway. The area has condos as an alternative option, many built in the late 1900s. Most homes will include a front or back yard with enough room for a small gathering and holiday decorations.
Ranch homes offer one-story living in Southwest Skokie.
You can find many traditional style homes in the Southwest Skokie neighborhood.
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Take the "L" to downtown Chicago
Southwest Skokie residents have a plethora of options for commuting. The area has easy access to the highway for those looking to drive, and the Yellow Line branch for the L train system takes people downtown. "It is very close to the city and has great transportation if you work downtown," Sanders says. There are also buses with the Chicago Transit Authority to help locals get around.
Patrons wait at the rail crossing at the Dempster yellow line CTA train station.
A yellow line train sits at the station on Dempster Street in Skokie, IL.
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Scenic walking at Lockwood Park
Southwest Skokie has a few parks for residents who like to spend time outdoors. Lockwood Park is in the heart of the neighborhood and includes areas for picnics, sports courts and walking space with sculptures decorating the place. Locals can also head to Lorel Park, which features a playground with swings for kids to play on, sports courts and is dog-friendly. “The neighborhood has very nice parks and lots of outdoor activities for kids,” Sanders says.
Lockwood Park gives Southwest Skokie residents outdoor recreational space.
A man takes a stroll through Lockwood Park in Southwest Skokie in winter.
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High grades for Skokie schools
Students in Southwest Skokie start school at Fairview South Elementary School, an A-graded school according to Niche. The school gets students involved in music with guitar, band, orchestra, jazz band and choir classes. The next stop on their academic adventures is Lincoln Junior High School, which receives a B-plus. Lincoln offers clubs like gymnastics, debate and Chef Q club. Teenagers will attend Niles North High School, an A-plus institution, where students can participate in sports like volleyball, badminton, football and track. For those looking to continue their education post-high school, Oakton Community College has over 80 subject fields, 13 sports teams and more than 30 clubs for students looking to stay local for college.
Lincoln Junior High School serves students in the Southwest Skokie community.
Older students from the Southwest Skokie neighborhood can attend Niles North High School.
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Get breakfast at Kaufman's Bagel & Delicatessen
Stop by the local ALDI to pick up essential groceries for the week, like produce and pantry stuffers. Marketplace on Oakton is a Spanish supermarket across the parking lot from ALDI with isles of Spanish food necessities, including a deli and bakery. Skokie International Market is another grocery store option for residents on Lincoln Ave. Kaufman's Bagel & Delicatessen is a long-time local favorite, with a kosher-approved deli and bakery. Grab a few drinks and pub food at Sketchbook Brewing off Main Street. Locals won't have to travel a couple of miles outside the area to find big-name retailers like Target and Walmart.
Patrons await their orders at Kaufman's Bagel and Delicatessen in Southwest Skokie.
Kaufman's Bagel and Delicatessen in the Southwest Skokie neighborhood offers a variety of foods.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Southwest Skokie Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southwest Skokie, Skokie sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Southwest Skokie, Skokie over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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