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Suburban neighborhood in Western Springs
Ridgewood is an established suburb in the Village of Western Springs, offering a residential enclave of wide, sidewalk-lined streets just south of Downtown Western Springs. “You really can’t beat the people here,” says Amy Avakian, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and a member of the Village Board of Trustees. “Everyone looks out for each other. It’s a nice, close-knit community in a quaint town, and there’s proximity to the Metra train and Interstate 294 for people commuting to Chicago.” Located about 18 miles west of Chicago, Ridgewood includes traditional, single-family homes just north of the modern Timber Trails subdivision.
Ridgewood Is Filled With Gently Curving Streets With Tree Names Like Oak, Hickory and Spruce.
Ridgewood residents can hop on the local Metra for quick access to Downtown Chicago.
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Traditional homes and new construction in a modern subdivision
Ridgewood is an established neighborhood with single-family homes dating back to the mid-1900s, while Timber Trails is the newest addition to Western Springs and features a mix of single-family homes and townhomes built from 2008 to the early 2020s. “Timber Trails used to be a golf course, and there’s a nice walking path throughout the neighborhood,” Avakian says. Split-level and ranch-style homes are common in Ridgewood, with prices ranging from around $480,000 to $675,000, depending on the size of the home. Homebuyers in Timber Trails can find four-bedroom new traditional homes with attached garages and open floorplans for about $965,000 to $1.4 million. Two-bedroom townhomes in the subdivision start at around $615,000.
Modern traditional homes neatly seating along a slightly curving road in Ridgewood.
Colonial style home in neutral color scheme and slightly curved entrance path in Ridgewood.
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Top-rated schools and award-winning clubs
Children in the neighborhood attend the Lagrange Highlands School District No. 106, which has an average student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1. Kids begin their education at the nearby Highlands Elementary School before moving on to Highlands Middle School, both of which earned an A from Niche. Teens attend Lyons Township High School, which earned a grade of A-plus and boasts two campuses: a South Campus serving freshmen and sophomores, and a North Campus serving juniors and seniors. The high school partners with the Technology Center of DuPage to offer students career and technical education courses in fields such as health science, education and STEM. Clubs include the award-winning, student-run radio station known as WLTL, which offers students the chance to gain hands-on experience with production, podcasting and more.
In Ridgewood, Kids begin their education at the nearby Highlands Elementary School.
After elementary school, Ridgewood children go to Highlands Middle School.
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Green spaces in Ridgewood and Timber Trails
Both the Ridgewood and Timber Trails subdivisions are anchored by a neighborhood park. Ridgewood Park features a basketball court, soccer field, ballfield and a playground for kids to explore. The park’s paved trail is also a popular spot for walkers, runners and bikers. Timber Trails Park includes 5 acres of green space with a jungle gym, baseball diamond and soccer field. Residents are also near several golf courses and country clubs, including La Grange Country Club.
If you like to play basketball, head out to Richmond Park for a match with a friend.
The soccer and baseball fields used by local sports leagues in late afternoons.
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Shopping and dining around Downtown Western Springs
Locals are about 2 miles south of Downtown Western Springs. This walkable, retail hub is centered around Hillgrove Avenue and includes upscale Italian restaurants like Davanti Enoteca and casual American eateries like Hillgrove Tap. “Hillgrove Tap is a great local place to grab a burger. There are also a ton of restaurants with little outdoor café areas,” Avakian says. Locals gather at Kirschbaum’s Bakery for homemade pastries, and the family-owned spot is a staple in the community that’s been operating since 1953. With the Quarry Shopping Center about 3 miles from Ridgewood, residents can quickly run errands at Aldi, Walmart and Target or catch a movie at the AMC Quarry Cinemas.
BB's Baby Donuts is a charming donut shop with a perfect outdoor seating located in downtown.
The family-owned Kirschbaum’s Bakery is known for its homemade pastries located in downtown.
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Proximity to I-294 and Chicago
Ridgewood is bordered by Interstate 294 and residents are about 18 miles west of Chicago. The Metra BNSF station in Downtown Western Springs also provides service to Chicago, making several stops along the way. The Chicago Midway International Airport is about 10 miles away.
Ridgewood has immediate access to Interstate 294 that connects it to other neighborhoods.
Western Springs Metra station allows commuters to travel to Chicago in an efficient way.
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La Grange Art League Gallery holds weekly painting workshops in Ridgewood.
Neighborhood socials and monthly gatherings
The Ridgewood Civic Association hosts several community events, including an annual progressive dinner where residents socialize over drinks, dinner and dessert. Locals also frequent monthly gatherings like the Women’s Social, Men’s Third Thursday and Ridgewood Book Club.
Nearby UChicago Hospital
Ridgewood is less than 2 miles from the UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange hospital, which includes a Level II Trauma Center.
Ridgewood is less than 2 miles from the UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange hospital.
UChicago Medicine AdventHealth includes a Level II Trauma Center.
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Parks in this Area
Timber Trails Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Katherine Legge Memorial Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Springdale Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Picnic Area
Ridgewood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Sacajawea Park
Playground
BlackHawk Park
Basketball
Tennis
Trails
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
15 min drive
Ridgewood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ridgewood, Western Springs sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ridgewood, Western Springs over the last 12 months is $535,000, up 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Located near award-winning schools, parks, Metra, and everything desirable Western Springs has to offer, this one checks all the boxes for space, privacy, and location! Set on a quiet, exclusive cul-de-sac,this 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch offers over 2700 sq ft of finished living space- all the space you need with single-level living and a full-finished basement. Step into a light-filled living
Welcome to 909 Red Oak Drive in Western Springs, located in the desirable Timber Trails subdivision. This stunning property offers an impressive four bedroom and three and a half bathrooms. Enter into this deluxe home thru a custom double doorway to 17'x6' foyer with 20' ceiling. The home features a spacious three-car tandem garage, ensuring ample space for vehicles and storage. Inside, you'll
NEW RECENTLY COMPLETED LUXURY TWO STORY HOME IN TIMBER TRAILS OF WESTERN SPRINGS! THIS HOME OFFERS AN OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH FAMILY ROOM AND KITCHEN, SPACIOUS STUDY AND DINNING ROOM + BUTLERS AND PANTRY. UPSTAIRS FEATURES 4 BEDROOMS AND 3 BATHROOMS + LAUNDRY ROOM. ENTIRE HOME FEATURES CUSTOM CABINETRY, QUARTZ COUNTER TOPS, FIREPLACE, TRAY & CATHEDRAL CEILINGS, EXTENSIVE FLAT PANEL TRIM PACKAGE
NEWLY COMPLETED 1ST FLOOR MASTER HOME IN TIMBER TRAILS BY MCNAUGHTON DEVELOPMENT! THE BOSTONIAN OFFERS CUSTOM CABINETRY, QUARTZ COUNTER TOPS, FIREPLACE, TRAY & CATHEDRAL CEILINGS, EXTENSIVE FLAT PENAL TRIM PACKAGE W/ CROWN & WAINSCOT, PAVER PATIOS & DRIVE ALL INCLUDED IN STARTING PRICE. OPTIONS INCLUDE SUNROOM, 3RD BEDROOM/BATH ON 2ND FLOOR AND FINISHED LOWER LEVEL W/ WET BAR, FULL BATHROOM AND 2
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,805
Median Age
44
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$229,870
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$228,364
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
73.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.4%
% Population in Labor Force
55.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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