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Norshore Park

Norshore Park

Neighborhood in Waukegan, Illinois

Lake County 60085

$244,506 Average Value
$193 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Walkable parks and schools in Norshore Park

On the southwestern side of Waukegan, Norshore Park’s main amenities are in the name—parks. One of the area’s larger forest preserves is within walking distance from homes, with other community recreational spaces available nearby. While the proximity to the parks helps create a quiet suburban space for residents, Belvidere Road runs along the northern side, lined with local restaurants and linking people with downtown Waukegan, 2.5 miles east, where people can attend Waukegan’s active events calendar.

Homes in Norshore Park come in variety of shapes and styles.
Homes in Norshore Park come in variety of shapes and styles.
Parks and proximity to nature preserves are the highlight of Norshore Parks location.
Parks and proximity to nature preserves are the highlight of Norshore Parks location.
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Hiking through the Greenbelt Forest Preserve

Just on the other side of 10th Street, people can hike along the 5 miles of wooded trails at Greenbelt Forest Preserve. Deer often peek out through the trees, and educational plaques sit near the waterways, highlighting the different types of aquatic life found here. In the winter, the paths open for cross-country skiing. Golfers can try their swing at Foss Park Golf Course, a public golf facility. Just across Belvidere Road, Corrine J. Rose Park invites people to cool off in the summer at the waterpark. Kids can play on the blue and black playground, which also has musical elements worked in. Adults and kids can head to the basketball and tennis courts to play in groups.

The Greenbelt Forest Preserve has over 5 miles of scenic walking trails.
The Greenbelt Forest Preserve has over 5 miles of scenic walking trails.
Norshore Park's Foss Park Golf Course is a public 18 hole championship course.
Norshore Park's Foss Park Golf Course is a public 18 hole championship course.
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Norshore Park's duplexes and ranch-style homes

Norshore Park’s open streets showcase its duplexes and ranch-style homes built in the 1950s and 60s. Mature trees are sparse but offer occasional shade over the sidewalks. Telephone wires hang overhead, casting shadows over the plain lawns in front of houses. Homes here typically sell between $200,000 and $325,000.

Duplexes are a common commodity amongst the houses in Norshore Park.
Duplexes are a common commodity amongst the houses in Norshore Park.
Ranch style homes sit on large grassy lots in Norshore Park.
Ranch style homes sit on large grassy lots in Norshore Park.
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Dual credit courses through Waukegan High School

Lyon Magnet School is on the other side of Lewis Avenue, within walking distance of Norshore Park homes and serving kindergarten through fifth grade. It receives a C-minus from Niche. C-rated John R. Lewis Middle School sits on the northern side of the community, also within walking distance. Older students can attend C-minus-ranked Waukegan High School, which offers dual credit courses through College of Lake County. The school splits its student body across two campuses, with freshmen and sophomores attending the Brookside campus and junior and seniors heading to the Washington campus.

John R. Lewis Middle School has around 780 students and serves a portion of Waukegan.
John R. Lewis Middle School has around 780 students and serves a portion of Waukegan.
Waukegan High School is a public school located in Waukegan, IL.
Waukegan High School is a public school located in Waukegan, IL.
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Busing and driving down Belvidere Road to downtown Waukegan

Belvidere Road is the main thoroughfare for Norshore Park, with buses running along it and connecting residents with downtown and supermarkets. Commuters can use this route to get to the Waukegan Metra station, 2.5 miles away and running all the way to downtown Chicago, 39 miles away. Waukegan’s hospital, Vista Medical Center – East, is 3.5 miles northeast. When catching a flight, Waukegan residents head to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, 31 miles from Norshore Park.

Commuters in Waukegan can take the Metra train and be in downtown Chicago in about 75 minutes.
Commuters in Waukegan can take the Metra train and be in downtown Chicago in about 75 minutes.
Pace Busses service the area, making commuting around Waukegan a breeze.
Pace Busses service the area, making commuting around Waukegan a breeze.
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Local pizza joints and Mexican Restaurants near Norshore Park

Belvidere Mall sits in the northeastern corner of Norshore Park, offering a Home Depot and Amazing Dollar Plus within walking distance of most homes. Down Belvidere, people can sit on the red vinyl stools at the counter at Monica’s Diner, watching as the cooks serve up eggs, hash browns and steaks. Mike’s Pizza is a longstanding pizza joint with limited space inside, so lots of people order for delivery or take-out. Toluca’s Restaurant offers Mexican cuisine in dining room with walls painted to look like yellow stucco. For groceries, residents can walk over to Waukegan Fruit Market, just across Lewis Avenue, or drive to the Walmart 3 miles down Belvidere Road. Lewis Fresh Market is also 3 miles away.

Poppys is the go to Chicago style dog spot located proudly in Waukegan's Lyon Acres.
Poppys is the go to Chicago style dog spot located proudly in Waukegan's Lyon Acres.
Tolucas Mexican Restaurant is highly rated amongst locals in Norshore Park.
Tolucas Mexican Restaurant is highly rated amongst locals in Norshore Park.
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Downtown's annual car show and monthly art shows

Once a month, downtown Waukegan hosts ArtWauk on Saturday evenings, with different highlighted art exhibits and musicians each month. Every summer, Scoop the Loop draws people from across the city to downtown. “It’s a classic car show. It started off in the 50s. Everyone would drive around the block in their cool cars,” says Niya Simone, a public relations specialist with the City of Waukegan. “People have maintained it every year since.”

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Chicago O'Hare International

43 min drive

Bus

10th & Mcaree

Bus

Dugdale Rd & Marshall Pkwy

Bus

654 S Lewis Ave

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10th & Dugdale

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Dugdale Rd & 9th Pkwy

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2107 Belvidere Rd

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Lewis Ave & 9th Pkwy

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Norshore Park US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$220,000
Median Single Family Price
$220,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$193
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Months of Supply
2.00
Median List Price
$220,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
343
Median Year Built
1956

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,262
Median Age
37
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$46,470
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,072

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
82.2%
College Graduates
14.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
% Population in Labor Force
52.5%
Below the national average
65.1%

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®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

22 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

31 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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