Why Live in Washington Park
Washington Park in Niles features primarily split-level and ranch-style homes with small lawns and front gardens. The neighborhood is lined with young trees and streetlights, creating a pleasant streetscape. Townhomes along Washington Street form grassy courtyards, adding to the community feel. Washington Terrace Park offers various recreational activities, including a playground, tennis courts, baseball fields, and a skatepark. IceLand Ice Arena provides indoor and outdoor ice rinks for public skating and local hockey leagues. Dining options include Papagalino’s Café, known for Greek and American dishes, and Al Bawadi Grill, offering Middle Eastern cuisine. For groceries, residents have access to Park to Shop Supermarket and Jewel-Osco, 1.5 miles away. The Golf Mill Shopping Center is undergoing redevelopment into a mixed-use space with retail, condos, and offices. Local events include a classic car show and drone light show in Golf Mill Park and a Fourth of July parade and fireworks in partnership with Skokie. Transportation is convenient with Milwaukee Avenue and Dempster Street providing bus routes, and a free bus service within Niles. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital is 1.5 miles away, and downtown Chicago is about 19 miles via I-94 or the Morton Grove Metra station, 2.5 miles away. Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 8.5 miles from Washington Park. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Gemini Middle School and Maine East High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Washington Park a good place to live?
Washington Park is a good place to live. Washington Park is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with good transit options. Washington Park has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $90,028 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 38% of residents. A majority of residents in Washington Park are home owners, with 47.3% of residents renting and 52.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Washington Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Washington Park neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Washington Park?
The median home price in Washington Park is $352,200. If you put a 20% down payment of $70,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,790 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $77K a year to afford the median home price in Washington Park. The average household income in Washington Park is $90K.
What are the best public schools in Washington Park?
The best public schools that serve Washington Park are:
What are the best private schools in Washington Park?
The best private schools that serve Washington Park are:
- Embers Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Northridge Preparatory School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Notre Dame College Prep has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
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Home Trends in Washington Park, IL
On average, homes in Washington Park, Niles sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Washington Park, Niles over the last 12 months is $347,500, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$347,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$490,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$315,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$275
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$352,200
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%