$365,296Average Value$238Average Price per Sq Ft32Homes For Sale
A small village on the outskirts of Chicago
Streamwood, a Cook County village with a population of more than 40,000, is a well-established community 30 miles west of Downtown Chicago. "Streamwood has what you'd find in any residential area. It's not rural or urban,” says Realtor Ryan Carney of Keller Williams Inspire. “It’s already built out; just community-type living where you raise a family.” Dozens of winding residential streets are the norm in Streamwood, brushing against two nature preserves. The town has a surprising uniformity, showcasing evenly spaced lots, sidewalks and private driveways. Come spring, Streamwood’s trees provide extra shade and privacy for homeowners. Residents can even request a new tree via the 50/50 Parkway Tree Program, splitting the cost with the village.
Community focused living is what makes Streamwood so great.
Residential streets are perfect for families in Streamwood, IL.
Evenly spaced driveways and sidewalks make the residential areas pedestrian friendly.
Homes in Streamwood are shaded by trees in the spring.
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Midcentury homes and new construction at lower price points
Ubiquitous curvy streets dotted with tiny parks comprise this town. Common home styles include 1960s and '70s split-levels and ranch-styles, with newer contemporary homes making the occasional appearance. “I wouldn't call it ritzy,” says Carney. “It's moderate and middle of the stream with first-time homebuyers.” Prices average between $280,000 and $360,000 for the typical three-bedroom home, with the median price sitting at $305,000. The higher end of this range might yield an extra bedroom or even a newly constructed home. Some are in subdivisions, like Sterling Oaks, or are part of homeowner’s associations, which include annual fees of about $600 to $800. Condos which cling to Irving Park Road and around Glenbrook Park date to the 1980s through the 2010s and offer more square footage on average.
Condos in Streamwood are usually closer to comercial areas.
Ranch style homes are some of the most popular home styles in Streamwood.
Split level homes comprise a large amount of the home stock in Streamwood.
Newly constructed homes in Streamwood are being built in subdivisions.
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A day outdoors is conveniently close in Streamwood
Open space and outdoor amenities abound in Streamwood; there are over 25 public parks. Eleven-acre Glenbrook Park includes futsal courts, and Surrey Woods Park's interactive playground was updated in 2019. The pond is a favorite for wildlife such as geese. Anglers can check out Boad Lake South for the only spot in the county that permits ice fishing. Aside from the area’s parks, Streamwood has two nature preserves immediately north of its homes. The Arthur L. Janura Preserve spans several thousand acres, with hiking and biking trails for residents to get active. The nearby Shoe Factory Road Prairie Nature Preserve has several changes across its landscape, from open roads to wooded forests to winding brooks. Wild deer can often be seen roaming this area.
Glenbrook Park is a great park to go to for some exercise for residents of Streamwood.
Boad Lake Sout in the winter is the only lake to go ice fishing in Streamwood.
Surrey Woods Park's pond is a favorite spot for people of Streamwood.
The nearby Shoe Factory Road Prairie Nature Preserve is the perfect place to go to recharge.
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Sitting down for a meal in Streamwood
Restaurants in Streamwood are scattered throughout, but one small concentration of them is along Barrington Road. Residents have their pick of international flavors with dining spots like Fiesta del Mar, Giordano’s and Zen Ramen & Grill. Regulars appreciate the TVs at Mickey's Sports Bar & Grill's outdoor patio. They can catch the game while dining on anything from NY strip to wraps or fish fry on Fridays. Local grocery stores include Aldi and Tony’s Fresh Market.
Zen Ramen & Grill in Streamwood is a great place to eat at.
Fiesta del Mar serves Mexican cuisine in a fun environment in Streamwood.
Streamwood residents can head to Tony’s Fresh Market for their grocery needs.
Residents of Streamwood have a number of grocery options such as Aldi.
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Attending class in the U-46 School District
Nearly 36,000 students attend schools within the U-46 School District. The district has an overall grade of B from Niche and a student-to-teacher ratio of 16-to-1. "District U46 tends to get the short end of the stick in terms of public perception, and they are going to great lengths to counter that," says Carney. The district’s Dual Language Program is invaluable to the nearly 40% of students who aren’t native English speakers.
Heritage Elementary School is a public school located in Elgin.
South Elgin High School serves the students of Streamwood.
Canton Middle School in Streamwood, IL serves students in the 7th and 8th grade.
Streamwood High School teaches students from 9th - 12 grade in Streamwood, IL.
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Making the lengthy commute downtown
One of the reasons homebuyers might choose Streamwood over suburbs farther west is to be close to Chicago. "People still need to commute to their jobs in the city, even if they only go one day a week, so living here makes their lives a lot easier,” says Carney. Metra stations Bartlett and Hanover Park provide trains on the Milwaukee District West Line. Pace Bus Route 554 runs in Streamwood and into Elgin and neighboring villages. The latter is more practical, since the commute lasts about an hour and a half. By contrast, taking the bus and connecting to the Blue Line makes for a lengthy two and a half hours at least. Driving into Downtown Chicago takes about 50 minutes with good traffic. For more extensive travel, O'Hare International Airport is about 20 miles away.
Crime and weather in Streamwood
Crime in the village of Streamwood occurs at a lower rate than Chicago proper, according to the FBI’s 2019 reported statistics. The rate of violent crimes across Streamwood’s population, for example, is 6.5 times lower than that of Chicago’s.
According to First Street, Streamwood has no real environmental factors that should concern residents. The heat factor is anywhere between minor and moderate, depending on a given home in the area.
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On average, homes in Streamwood, IL sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Streamwood, IL over the last 12 months is $330,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to this beautifully maintained ranch-style condo in Sussex Square, offering convenient one-level living, a private entrance, and the space and comfort of a single-family home. This desirable corner unit has been the seller's cherished home for many years and has been thoughtfully improved throughout their ownership. The bright, open living and dining area features vaulted ceilings,
Stanislawa Talaga@properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Vishal AntiyaBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage
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Welcome home to this beautifully updated and tastefully appointed 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offering 1,222 square feet of warm, inviting living space in the heart of Streamwood. Filled with abundant natural light, this home creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers comfortable everyday living with generously sized
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Courtney AbrahamBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage
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Stanislawa Talaga@properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Kari KohlerColdwell Banker Realty
$380,000
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,148 Sq Ft
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Property Id: 2440755 Welcome to your new home at 17 S Bartlett Rd in Streamwood, IL! This charming single-family home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a spacious fenced yard perfect for small dogs. With amenities like a washer/dryer in unit, central air, and a garage, this property won't last long! Don't miss out on this cozy retreat for $2800/month. Available starting 3/22/2026. Contact
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Stunning Fully Remodeled 2-Bed, 2-Bath Coach House. Experience modern luxury and ultimate privacy in this beautifully remodeled coach house. Featuring condo-quality finishes throughout, this home boasts an open and light-filled layout with two spacious bedrooms, generous closet space, and two completely redesigned full bathrooms.The brand-new gourmet kitchen features sleek cabinetry, quartz
Parked at the point where the Hanover Park, Bartlett and Streamwood communities meet, Woodland Heights is a suburban cross-section of Chicagoland with an abundant range of parks and 20th-century homes. Buyers may be drawn to the area for its reasonable home values and simple commute to nearby communities, but an impressive range of local dining options and the tranquility of its location contribute to its long-term appeal. “Streamwood is a very family-oriented place. You don’t get a lot of singles moving into town unless it’s for the economics. It’s very affordable and very well-kept, and it’s close to everything,” says Charlie Pacelli, a Realtor with Keller Williams Premiere Properties. Pacelli has lived in the suburban Chicago area for over 30 years and has sold homes nearby for more than five years. <br><br>Ranch-style floorplans are common to homes in Woodland Heights. Locals can find a mix of straightforward rancher homes and raised split-level models. Some homes include one- to two-car garages; these can either be freestanding, situated below the home or attached. Most single-family homes in the area were built between the 1960s and 1970s and share an emphasis on vinyl siding, low-pitched roofs and updated interiors. Investment properties start at about $140,000, while the area’s most refined selections sell for about $370,000.<br><br>The local Elgin U46 school district handles education for all grade levels. Ridge Circle Elementary School holds a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 and earns an A-minus on Niche, while Canton Middle earns a B-minus on the platform. The B-minus-ranked Streamwood High offers two magnet school programs: leadership/entrepreneurship and world languages/international studies. <br><br>Many of Woodland Heights’ nearest businesses are available along Irving Park Road and Barrington Road. Major retailers anchor a set of shopping centers nearby, including one-stop shops such as Walmart, Target, Jewel-Osco and Tony’s Fresh Market alongside specialty stores such as Best Buy, Menards, Ross and At Home. Fiesta Market specializes in supplies for Hispanic and Latin food. Meanwhile, dining options highlight the area’s local flair and diverse palate. At Zahid Nihari, locals can catch a game of cricket on TV while enjoying traditional Pakistani beef stews, butter chicken and mutton biryani. The Original Nana's Hot Dogs and Portillo’s are both Chicago area favorites for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches and other American classics. Backlit tables and shelving emphasize a contemporary atmosphere at Minami Sushi, where guests can grab a bento box for lunch or have a casual dinner date with Japanese cuisine on the menu. Additional options such as La Fogata Mexican Cuisine, Egg Basket Pancake House and Thai Siri Restaurant round out the area’s broad selections.<br><br>With 13 local parks peppered around the neighborhood, residents don’t have to travel far to enjoy some outdoor time. The local Streamwood Little League program regularly holds games on the baseball fields at Dolphin Park, which also offers volleyball, basketball and tennis courts. Shady Oaks Park has a disc golf course and a winding trail path. Kollar Park is a prime spot for taking leisurely walks around the pond. Veterans Park and Berkley Park each offer basketball court areas, and most of the area’s other parks are outfitted with playgrounds and picnic areas. An indoor pool with a waterslide and two indoor basketball courts highlight the Park Place Family Recreation Center. West of the neighborhood, Streamwood Oaks Golf Club offers a nine-hole course and a clubhouse. <br><br>Woodland Heights’ major thoroughfare, Illinois Route 19/Irving Park Road, winds through the neighborhood’s south end, connecting the area to Schaumburg to the east and Elgin to the west. Residents are about 7 miles southeast of Elgin and 34 miles northwest of Chicago. The nearest hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius, is 4 miles northeast of the neighborhood. Flights outside of the Chicago area depart from Chicago O’Hare International Airport, 21 miles southeast of the neighborhood, and Chicago Midway International Airport, 45 miles southeast. In addition to travel by car, commuters can also reach Chicago through the Metra station in Hanover Park, which is 3 miles south of the neighborhood and travels to the Loop with a one-hour trip.<br><br>Options for getting out of the house include Streamwood Bowl, a 32-lane alley on Irving Park Road with an arcade and leagues for dedicated bowling enthusiasts. Chicago Loop Sports Bar & Grill sits just west of the neighborhood and offers rotating specials on draft beers, pub grub and cocktails, along with ‘Singo’ bingo nights and live music. Bungalow Joe’s brings the neighborhood dive vibes with pool tables and a straightforward menu of bar classics. <br><br>Nearby houses of worship include Christ Community Church, St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Baitul Ilm Academy and WBCC Sabur. Some areas in Woodland Heights have higher Flood Factor scores from the First Street Foundation. Future residents are advised to independently determine an area’s flood risks before making any purchase decisions.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Streamwood Has More Owners
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
21
Median Rent
$2,800
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,850
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,350
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,300
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,663
Median Condo Rent
$2,000
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,005
Demographics
Total Population
37,852
Median Age
40
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,684
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$107,471
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.2%
College Graduates
29.3%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
72.1%
Above the national average
64.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
29''
Area Factors
Moderately bikeable
Bikeability®
60/ 100
Fairly walkable
Walkability®
40/ 100
Minimal public transit
Transit®
10/ 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic
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