Lake Cogardens
Suburban Neighborhood in Waukegan, Illinois
Lake County 60087
$204,797
Average Value
$232
Average Price per Sq Ft
Small houses sell at prices well below the Chicago and national averages
Cape Cods and ranch-style homes dominate the neighborhood, each with a detached garage, small and narrow lawns and two or three bedrooms. The modest homes from the turn of the 20th century sell between $180,000 to $240,000. A few in need of repairs sell as low as $140,000. The area's average home value is $200,000 less than the Chicago Metro area's average and $350,000 less than the national average. While the homes are uniform in size and style, their residents come from different backgrounds and regions. "Some people have been here for generations, and then there are new people moving here who are used to living in Chicago or another big city," Cantu says. "They want to step back from that lifestyle but still be within a reasonable drive of Chicago."
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Ben Diamond Park is always filled with sports and activity
A few outlets for outdoor recreation are within a short drive of Lake Cogardens, including Bevier Park, Bonnie Brook Golf Course and Larsen Nature Preserve. Those with dogs can bring them to release some energy at the Callahan-Franklin Dog Exercise Area at Larsen Nature Preserve. The nearest spot for getting outside, however, is Ben Diamond Park. "It's always busy there," Cantu says. "The baseball diamond is always full of junior leagues, and there's always soccer practice going on in the big field." The tennis courts are recently renovated, and getting play time can be challenging. "My friend and I play there, and we have to go either early or late in the day to catch an empty court," Cantu says.
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Elementary-aged students can walk to class at one of two schools
Depending on which side of Sunset Avenue they live, students attend either Oakdale Elementary School or Clearview Elementary School. Both are rated C-minus on Niche and are within walking distance of homes. Similarly, middle school students attend either D-plus-rated Miguel Juarez Middle School or Jack Benny Middle School, rated C-minus. Waukegan High School has two campuses, separating the ninth and tenth grades from the eleventh and twelfth grades. Both campuses are rated C-plus.
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Buses, airports and main highways are nearby
Pace buses serve the neighborhood, with a route stopping on Sunset Avenue, heading east to Waukegan’s Metra Station. Downtown Chicago is about an hour from the neighborhood, 60 miles south via interstates 94, 90 and 290. With limited commercial flights, Waukegan National Airport is considered a "relief airport" for Chicago O'Hare International Airport. The small airport is 2 miles north, while O'Hare is 33 miles south. Vista Medical Center – East, a sizable employer in the area and the nearest hospital, is 3 miles away.Grocery stores and a location for date night along Lake County Highway
Lake County Highway is less than a mile east of the neighborhood and has grocery stores, discount stores and fast-food chains. Aldi, Lewis Fresh Market and Tony's Fresh Market are on the main strip. Waukegan Food Mart on Sunset Avenue is a convenience store in the other direction, a short walk from most Lake Cogardens homes. Shirl's Drive-In is a locally owned, long-standing establishment that stands out from the national chains of the area. "Everyone goes for the nostalgia and the ice cream," Cantu says. "The miniature golf place next door has the same owners, and going from mini golf to ice cream is a popular date night activity."
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Teddie Stiltner
Teddie Stiltner
Century 21 Circle
(847) 429-3951
38 Total Sales
1 in Lake Cogardens
$210,000 Price
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Brittany Sanchez
Brittany Sanchez
Realty of America, LLC
(224) 507-1663
182 Total Sales
1 in Lake Cogardens
$155,000 Price
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Jasmine Gonzalez
Jasmine Gonzalez
eXp Realty
(224) 219-0886
50 Total Sales
1 in Lake Cogardens
$170,000 Price
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Holly Connors
Holly Connors
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(773) 985-2352
830 Total Sales
1 in Lake Cogardens
$205,000 Price
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Stewart Ramirez
Stewart Ramirez
E- Signature Realty
(844) 338-5136
338 Total Sales
1 in Lake Cogardens
$156,500 Price
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Luigui Corral
Luigui Corral
RE/MAX American Dream
(224) 212-1953
226 Total Sales
2 in Lake Cogardens
$147K - $151K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Bevier Park
Ben Diamond Park
Lyons Woods To Waukegan Savanna Trail
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lake Cogardens | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lake Cogardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lake Cogardens, Waukegan sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Cogardens, Waukegan over the last 12 months is $205,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$200,000
Median Sale Price
$205,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$205,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$232
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
722
Median Year Built
1954
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,120
Median Age
34
Population under 18
28.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,666
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,708
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
66.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
10.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
30''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27
/ 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
Bonnie Brook
Northern Waukegan community oriented around the Bonnie Brook Golf Course
Shore Highlands
Quiet living on the northwest edge of Waukegan
Glenwood Heights
A quiet community home to both new and longtime homeowners
Lake County Gardens
A residential neighborhood surrounded by recreational opportunities
Marquette Highlands
A 20th-century suburb with local eats and neighboring parks
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