Why Live in Argonne Heights
Argonne Heights in North Chicago is a neighborhood with a mix of mid-20th century ranch-style, tri-level, and minimal traditional homes, priced between $175,000 and $300,000. The area has seen significant property improvements over the past 5 to 7 years, attracting investors and revitalizing the community. Local amenities include several houses of worship such as Christian Valley Missionary Baptist and Greater St. James Temple Church of God in Christ. For grocery shopping, military members and veterans can visit the Great Lakes Commissary, while others can shop at Aldi or Walmart, located about 3 miles northwest. Dining options feature Los Altos for Mexican cuisine and 5 Points for Chicago-style hot dogs, gyros, and Italian beef. The Foss Park District manages local parks like Angel Park and Hamlet Park, offering playgrounds and green spaces. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy nearby Foss Park and Veterans Memorial courses. Public transportation is accessible with Pace bus service and the North Chicago Metra station 2 miles east, providing connections to downtown Chicago and Kenosha, Wisconsin. Cyclists benefit from dedicated bike lanes on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, and the nearest hospital is the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital 4 miles further.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Argonne Heights a good place to live?
Argonne Heights is a good place to live. Argonne Heights is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with minimal transit options. Argonne Heights has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 36. The average household income is $63,693 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 9.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Argonne Heights are home owners, with 40.8% of residents renting and 59.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Argonne Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Argonne Heights neighborhood guide.
Is Argonne Heights, IL a safe neighborhood?
Argonne Heights, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Argonne Heights?
The median home price in Argonne Heights is $635,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $127,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,290 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $141K a year to afford the median home price in Argonne Heights. The average household income in Argonne Heights is $64K.
What are the best public schools in Argonne Heights?
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Home Trends in Argonne Heights, IL
On average, homes in Argonne Heights, North Chicago sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Argonne Heights, North Chicago over the last 12 months is $424,000, up 253% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$424,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$609,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$237
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$635,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
253%