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Northbrook
North suburban comfort. No compromise.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD STORY

Northbrook is among the most livable communities in Chicago's North Shore adjacent suburbs — a village that has consistently delivered excellent schools, strong community infrastructure, an active commercial district, and housing options at multiple price points without the prestige premium that adjacent North Shore communities command. It is a community of exceptional functional quality — everything works here: the schools, the parks, the libraries, the roads, the community programming.

WHY RESIDENTS LOVE IT

•   Northbrook Court Malland surrounding retail — a comprehensive commercial infrastructure serving alldaily needs.

•   Metra Union PacificNorth Line — direct downtown service in approximately 40 minutes.

•   Glenbrook North andSouth High Schools — among the state's most consistently well-regarded publichigh schools.

•   Outstanding parkdistrict system — Northbrook Park District is one of the North Shore's mostcomprehensively funded.

•   Multiple price points —buyers from the starter market to the luxury segment can access the Northbrooklifestyle.

•   Community quality oflife — Northbrook consistently ranks among the region's top communities forlivability.

HOMES & ARCHITECTURE

Northbrook offers one of the North Shore adjacent suburbs' most diverse housing portfolios. Colonial and ranch homes from the 1950s-1980s fill the established residential neighborhoods with solid construction and generous lots. Premium single-family homes in planned communities offer larger scale with contemporary finishes. Townhome developments near Metra provide lower-maintenance options.

PROPERTY TYPES AT A GLANCE

Property Type Description
Colonial & Ranch Homes The residential backbone — solid mid-century construction throughout the village.
Premium Single-Family Estates Larger homes in planned communities and established neighborhoods, the village's upper market tier.
Townhomes & Attached Housing Lower-maintenance options particularly concentrated near the Metra station and commercial district.
New Construction Infill and planned development adding contemporary product to the established inventory.

POCKETS & DISTRICTS

Pocket / District Character & Vibe
Downtown/Station Area Most walkable, transit-connected, active commercial environment
Shermer Road Corridor Established residential, mature neighborhoods, consistent quality
North Northbrook Larger lots, newer construction pockets, maximum space

HOW TO MOVE AROUND

Metra UP North Line serves Northbrook station. Pace bus routes supplement rail. I-294 and I-94 provide expressway access. Local Tip: Northbrook's position between the North Shore and the northern suburbs creates an unusual expressway efficiency — O'Hare Airport, downtown Chicago, and the North Shore are all accessible within a comparable drive time.

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

Fine Dining

•   Cosi Cucina — Upscale Italian destination drawing from across thenorthern suburbs

Casual & Neighborhood Favorites

•   Walker Bros. OriginalPancake House — North Shore breakfastinstitution with a beloved Northbrook location

•   Found Kitchen &Social House — Community gatheringrestaurant with a seasonal, locally sourced menu

Late Night

•   Downtown Northbrookrestaurant corridor — Modest butgenuine evening options concentrated in the commercial district

GREEN SPACE & OUTDOORS

•   Northbrook ParkDistrict — Extensive system withathletic centers, aquatic facilities, and numerous parks throughout the village

•   Lake County ForestPreserves — Significant preserve landat the village's northern edge

•   Meadowhill Park — Large community park with diverse programming andrecreational facilities

Northbrook Signature Listings

For Sele

$2,500,000

654 Ocean Dr, Miami, FL 33101

4 BA
5 BD
MLS# 345678
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Active Under Contract

$950,000

321 Trendy Blvd, Chicago, IL 60601

1 BA
1 BD
MLS# 210987
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Active Under Contract

$450,000

789 Rustic Rd, Austin, TX 73301

1 BA
2 BD
MLS# 789012
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Active Under Contract

$850,000

456 Elegant Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001

3 BA
4 BD
MLS# 654321
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For Sale

$1,200,000

123 Luxury St, New York, NY 10001

2 BA
3 BD
MLS# 123456
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Lifestyle & Points of Interest

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Dining
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Coffee
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Grocery
04
Bars / Nightlife
05
Fitness
06
Parks
08
Schools
07
Dog Parks
09
Hospitals
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Transit
Dining
Coffee
Grocery
Bars / Nightlife
Fitness
Parks
Schools
Dog Parks
Hospitals
Transit

EDUCATION LANDSCAPE

School Type Grades Notes
District 28 & 30 Elementary Schools Public K-8 Multiple well-rated elementary schools serving Northbrook
Glenbrook North High School District 225 Public 9-12 Consistently ranked among Illinois's top public high schools
Glenbrook South High School District 225 Public 9-12 Peer to GBN with equally strong academic and extracurricular programs
High School
Mixed Schools
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
Private
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5

WHO LIVES HERE

Population Median Age Avg. Household Income
33,800 44 $138,000
Population Density Gender Split Education
Medium 48% Male / 52% Female 68% Bachelor's or higher
High School
Mixed Schools
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
Private
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5

WALKABILITY & ACCESS SCORES

46
Walk
Walk Score
42
Bike
Bike Score
34
Transit
Transit Score

THE LUXESQUIRE INSIDER TAKE

Northbrook delivers the North Shore lifestyle without the North Shore address tax. Glenbrook North and South are genuine peers to New Trier in most academic measures. The park district is exceptional. And the housing market is meaningfully more accessible than Wilmette or Winnetka. For buyers running the numbers honestly, Northbrook wins more comparisons than its zip code would suggest.

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