Why Live in Whispering Trail
Whispering Trail in South Elgin, nestled along the Fox River about an hour east of Chicago, is a neighborhood characterized by its large, modern custom homes, many featuring traditional, Queen Anne, or Cape Cod styles with brick or stone detailing and wraparound porches. The southern half, known as Silver Glen Estates, is predominantly residential with well-manicured lawns, long driveways, and multi-car garages. The neighborhood is encircled by Whispering Trail and Bristol Road, with numerous cul-de-sacs. Education is highly rated, with Corron Elementary School, Thompson Middle School, and St. Charles North High School all receiving top marks. The Blackhawk County Forest Preserve, located in the southeastern corner, offers trails, streams, and waterfalls, while the River Bend Bike Trail runs through it. The McLean Fen Forest Preserve, though not publicly accessible, adds to the area's natural beauty. Nearby parks include Jim Hansen Park, Mulberry Grove Park, and Ralph E. Tredup Park West. For shopping and dining, residents have South Elgin Crossing and South Elgin Commons across Randall Road, featuring stores like Best Buy, PetSmart, and Target, and eateries such as Red Robin and Buffalo Wild Wings. Local spots like the Village Tavern & Grill and Coffee Haus add unique flavor. Historic Elgin, with its late 19th-century churches and museums like the Fox River Trolley Museum and Elgin History Museum, is just under half an hour away. Major roads include Illinois Route 31 and Stearns Road, with the Pace Suburban Bus system providing public transit along Randall Road. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whispering Trail a good place to live?
Whispering Trail is a good place to live. Whispering Trail is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Whispering Trail is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Whispering Trail has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.6 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $214,063 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 54.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Whispering Trail are home owners, with 5.9% of residents renting and 94.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Whispering Trail can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Whispering Trail, IL a safe neighborhood?
Whispering Trail, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Whispering Trail?
The median home price in Whispering Trail is $935,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $187,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,850 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $208K a year to afford the median home price in Whispering Trail. The average household income in Whispering Trail is $214K.
What are the best public schools in Whispering Trail?
The best public schools that serve Whispering Trail are:
What are the best private schools in Whispering Trail?
The best private schools that serve Whispering Trail are:
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Are home prices dropping in Whispering Trail?
Yes, home prices in Whispering Trail are down 24% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Whispering Trail, IL
On average, homes in Whispering Trail, South Elgin sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Whispering Trail, South Elgin over the last 12 months is $785,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$785,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$479,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$785,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$785,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$382
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median List Price
$935,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
16%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%