This serene northwest side community is one of the few Chicago neighborhoods to have majestic forest preserves, a golf course, and secluded single-family residences. The tiny neighborhood of South Edgebrook is for those who want the convenience of living in the city, but appreciate the tranquility of small-town life. Thick brush and lush greenscapes seep into landscaped residential blocks as the scent of wildflowers and sounds of a rushing river embrace South Edgebrook residents, who get to enjoy the marvels of nature everyday.
Long before South Edgebrook became the predominantly residential setting that it is today, the land was Native American territory and home to the Potawatomi Indians. In 1828, the United States awarded the tract of land upon which South Edgebrook now sits to Potawatomi chief Billy Caldwell for successfully mediating treaties between the U.S. and the Potawatomi.
South Edgebrook eventually became part of the city of Chicago in 1889, and although a train station was built nearby, development was slow to take off. During the roaring 1920s, however, construction picked up, as those who were weary of the city’s hustle and bustle—but still wanted the benefits of living in its proximity—built homes nestled in the thick wooded landscape.
Today the South Edgebrook neighborhood, flanked by forest preserves and a golf course, is almost exclusively residential. There are still charming homes nestled in the woods, and industry has stayed away from this quiet, outlying section of Chicago. South Edgebrook is a peaceful, well-to-do Chicago neighborhood that attracts city workers, their families, and other folks who want to be closer to nature yet still within the city’s boundaries.
South Edgebrook facts
Location: About 12 miles northwest of the Loop. Boundaries: Caldwell Avenue to the north, Cicero Avenue to the east, Bryn Mawr Avenue to the south and Laramie Avenue to the west Bordering Neighborhoods:Edgebrook, Forest Glen, Sauganash, Jefferson Park, Skokie Crime Statistics: Go to CLEARMap for crime stats on specific Chicago neighborhood, intersection, address or police beat.
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South Edgebrook Real Estate
South Edgebrook homes are well-kept and bordered by the natural grandeur of the area’s greenery. Many houses sit on oversized lots surrounded by towering trees that provide shade, and an air of permanence. You’ll find a variety of architectural styles here, including Chicago bungalows, charming Victorians, contemporary designs, and more.
In some sections of this tiny northwest side neighborhood, smaller brick ranches line the streets. Many of these one-story homes, with two or three bedrooms, are priced between $400,000 and $700,000. Attached garages and full front and back yards make these homes family favorites. Two-story houses up the price a bit—as can be expected—putting the value at anywhere between $700,000 and $950,000.
The average sale price of a home in South Edgebrook is represented by the chart to the right. The red line indicates the average price based on the total time frame selected in the drop-down window. The blue line indicates the average sale price for the particular month within that time frame. For more detailed information on South Edgebrook sign up for the trends report below or contact your Dream Town broker.
The average number of days a home in South Edgebrook spends listed for sale is represented by the chart to the right. The red line indicates the average number of days based on the total time frame selected in the drop-down window. The blue line indicates the average number of days a home spent on market during the particular month within that time frame. For more detailed information on average market listing times in South Edgebrook sign up for the trends report below or contact your Dream Town broker.
The average sale price of a home compared to its listing price in South Edgebrook is represented by the chart to the right. The black line indicates the baseline listing price for homes during the time frame selected in the drop-down. The red line indicates the difference between the average listing price and the average sale price during the particular month within that time frame. For more detailed information on South Edgebrook sign up for the trends report below or contact your Dream Town broker.
The total number of listings in South Edgebrook is represented in the chart to the right. The red line represents average number of days based on the total time frame selected in the drop-down window The blue bar represents the current number of listings during the particular month of that time frame. For more detailed information on South Edgebrook sign up for the trends report below or contact your Dream Town broker.
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