Why Live in Prospect Heights
Prospect Heights offers a blend of suburban and country living with half-acre lots and a highly rated school system. The neighborhood features brick, ranch-style homes from the '60s and '80s, French country manor-inspired houses, and townhouses near the Rob Roy Golf Course. Condominiums are available near East Rand Road shopping centers. Local schools, including Betsy Ross Elementary, Anne Sullivan Elementary, Macarthur Middle, and John Hersey High School, are highly rated, with John Hersey High offering extensive Advanced Placement and career discovery programs. Lions Park and the Gary Morava Recreation Center provide various sports and recreational activities, including baseball, tennis, pickleball, swimming, and a gym. The Prospect Heights Bike Trail and nearby Cook County Forest Preserves offer additional outdoor activities. Grocery needs are met by Tony’s Fresh Market and Aldi on East Rand Road. Dining and nightlife options include the House of Music & Entertainment (HOME Bar) and Pinoy Grill. North Elmhurst Road and East Rand Road host local businesses and retail, while Interstate 294 and the Metra rail provide convenient access to Downtown Chicago. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a practical choice for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prospect Heights a good place to live?
Prospect Heights is a good place to live. Prospect Heights is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Prospect Heights is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Prospect Heights has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.5 people per acre and a median age of 53. The average household income is $128,066 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 48.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Prospect Heights are home owners, with 12.3% of residents renting and 87.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Prospect Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Prospect Heights neighborhood guide.
Is Prospect Heights, IL a safe neighborhood?
Prospect Heights, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Prospect Heights?
The median home price in Prospect Heights is $285,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $57,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,480 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $63K a year to afford the median home price in Prospect Heights. The average household income in Prospect Heights is $128K.
What are the best public schools in Prospect Heights?
The best public schools that serve Prospect Heights are:
What are the best private schools in Prospect Heights?
The best private schools that serve Prospect Heights are:
- St. Emily Elementary School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
- St. Raymond School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- St. Viator High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
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Home Trends in Prospect Heights, IL
On average, homes in Prospect Heights, IL sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Prospect Heights, IL over the last 12 months is $288,000, down 41% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$288,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$328,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$285,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$288,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$849,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$498
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
87
Median List Price
$285,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-41%