Why Live in Evergreen Estates
Evergreen Estates in Niles features a mix of bungalows, Cape Cod, and ranch-style homes, with sidewalks lining the wide streets, encouraging a walkable community atmosphere. Residents often engage with neighbors while heading to local parks or the Niles-Maine District Library, which offers various programs for all ages. Point Park, with its fire engine-themed playground, and Miami Woods, with its paved North Branch Trail, provide ample outdoor activities. For dining, Village Creamery offers over 30 ice cream flavors, while Barnaby’s serves Chicago-style pizza, and TAVA Fresh Taste of India provides a classy dining experience. Nearby grocery options include H-Mart, Jewel-Osco, Costco, Walmart, Target, and Aldi, all within a short distance. Community events like the joint Niles and Skokie 4th of July parade and the Halloween Home-Decorating Contest foster a strong sense of local involvement. Public transportation is accessible via buses on Waukegan Road, Oakton Street, and Harlem Avenue, with major thoroughfares like Caldwell Avenue and Waukegan Road facilitating easy travel. Downtown Chicago is approximately 15.5 miles away, reachable by Interstate 94 or the Morton Grove Metra station. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital is about 3.5 miles southwest, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport is around 8.5 miles away. Educational options include the highly rated Clarence E. Culver School and Niles West High School, known for its diverse clubs and top-ranked teachers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Evergreen Estates a good place to live?
Evergreen Estates is a good place to live. Evergreen Estates is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Evergreen Estates has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $104,722 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 36.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Evergreen Estates are home owners, with 8.4% of residents renting and 91.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Evergreen Estates can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Evergreen Estates neighborhood guide.
Is Evergreen Estates, IL a safe neighborhood?
Evergreen Estates, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Evergreen Estates?
The median home price in Evergreen Estates is $869,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $173,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,500 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $193K a year to afford the median home price in Evergreen Estates. The average household income in Evergreen Estates is $105K.
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Home Trends in Evergreen Estates, IL
On average, homes in Evergreen Estates, Niles sell after 137 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Evergreen Estates, Niles over the last 12 months is $825,000.
Median Sale Price
$825,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$825,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$370,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$432
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$869,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%