Welcome to Forest Glen | Chicago Guide to Forest Glen Real Estate
Neighborly, quiet and often referred to as “Chicago’s Finest Community,” Forest Glen is a pocket of Chicago that doesn’t embody the hustle and bustle, grit and urban rhythm that most think of or often associate with Chicago. The neighborhood area forms a sliver of the northwest side that is home to affluent families, many of whom have called Forest Glen home for many years. Its moderate tempo and relaxed atmosphere pairs well with the greenery that engulf its borders, making time outdoors, whether playing golf or trekking through the surrounding wooded land, a likely and common occurrence. Get acquainted with life in Forest Glen with this local neighborhood real estate guide.
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Living in Forest Glen
AFFLUENT • COMMUNITY-MINDED • FAMILY-FOCUSED • HOMES WITH CURB APPEAL
If you’re looking to retreat into calmness and quiet living after working and playing in the vibrant and often hurried parts of city life, then Forest Glen is likely where you’ll want to make your residence.
Residents of Forest Glen enjoy the slower pace of suburban living without actually living in the suburbs. This neighborhood remains a family-centered community, with single-family homes and outdoors areas for social gatherings and activities as a main feature. Families living in Forest Glen are within walking distance of a golf course and forest preserve. The neighborhood’s community organization, Forest Glen Community Club, organizes events throughout the year including garden walks, festive Halloween parties, and “Green Thumb Awards” given to community residents who have particularly pristine, creative and colorful landscape work on their property. Those living in Forest Glen praise the neighborhood for safety and friendliness as well as for being a wonderful neighborhood for raising kids.
No one housing style dominates, but it is evident that wealth and affluence are a strong presence in Forest Glen. It shows up in the size, luxurious details and elevated care of the homes throughout the area.
While nightlife and entertainment are not easily found in Forest Glen, there are few bars and restaurants that are popular go-to spots.
Where is Forest Glen?
North Edgebrook/Wildwood, Old Edgebrook, Edgebrook, South Edgebrook and Sauganash are the community areas that make up the Forest Glen neighborhood. Forest Glen is formed by the boundaries of Touhy Ave on the northwest side, Devon Ave on the northeast side, Edgebrook Golf Course and Forest Glen Woods on the west and southwest side, and parts of Rogers Ave and N Cicero Ave on the east; while Foster Ave constitutes the most southern boundary point of the area.
The neighborhood’s zip code is 60646 and makes up parts of the 39th and 41st Wards.
Forest Glen Transportation
Access to the Forest Glen neighborhood is easiest with a car. Most families in the area rely heavily on their own vehicles for moving in, out and around the neighborhood. The Interstate 94 (I-94) and the interstate 90 (I-90) flank the Forest Glen to the west and east, respectively, connecting the area to the inner city and downtown Chicago, as well as the surrounding northwest suburbs.
Being a bit more spread out than other parts of Chicago, and also not as dense or populated, public transit is not as commonly available or necessary. Those traveling by bus can use the #84 Peterson, #54A Cicero/Skokie Blvd, and the #53 Pulaski CTA bus routes to get to Forest Glen and its community areas.
In the vicinity, commuter rail lines are available at the following stations: the Forest Glen , Edgebrook and Norwood Park Metra Rail stations.
Forest Glen Real Estate Market Snapshot
BRICK HOMES • MIX OF MODERN AND TRADITIONAL • SPACIOUS INTERIORS • VARYING HOUSING STYLES
You’re bound to find all common architectural styles of housing in Forest Glen from bungalows to Tudor homes, as well as colonial style houses, ranch homes and Georgian style houses to name a few. A majority of the houses are brick or stone structures and vary in size. Many of the houses in the area were built in the 1960s and remain well kept and in some cases still housing the same families.
On average homes in Forest Glen are priced around the mid $400Ks. Spacious interiors with lots of windows for natural light and inviting front lawns are a few key characteristics of the houses in the area. A mix of luxury and modernity as well as traditional charm are other traits found in the neighborhood. The Forest Glen real estate market inventory is peppered with three-, four-, five- and six-bedroom property options, on the lower end of the pricing spectrum are ranch and bungalow style houses, while stately colonial and contemporary homes are on the higher end, often priced above $700K.
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Live Like a Local in Chicago’s Forest Glen Neighborhood
Talk with a Forest Glen real estate agent to schedule home tours in Forest Glen and then explore the neighborhood on your own.
Here’s a quick self-guided tour of Forest Glen.
Start the day with a family style breakfast, possibly with the kiddos, at Edgebrook Coffee Shop and Diner (6322 N Central Ave) to kickstart your time exploring in Forest Glen. Head over to the Forest Glen Woods and hike the trails or if you have a keenness for golf, visit the Billy Caldwell Golf Course (6150 N Caldwell Ave) or the Edgebrook Golf Course (96100 N Central Ave) to play a quick nine or a full 18 holes of golf. If it’s a particularly warm day, grab your swimsuit and spend the afternoon swimming and soaking in some rays at Whealan Pool Aquatic Center (Aquatic Park, 6200 W Devon Ave). For a quick afternoon bite to eat, try Papa Chris’ Place (6235 W Touhy Ave) this long-standing, local family-owned fast food spot is known for its gyros and Italian beef. Later in the evening, make plans to cross over into Skokie to dine at Shallots Bistro (7016 Carpenter Rd, Skokie, IL 60077), a steakhouse with an emphasis on being Kosher. End the night at Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream (5337 W Devon Ave) for a sweet treat in this colorful and playful ice cream parlor with an expansive collection of flavors like Spicy Whiskey Truffle and Cake Batter Fudge.
Forest Glen Dining
Dining around in community-oriented Forest Glen means you’ll stumble upon a few family-owned restaurants and a nice mix of flavors and cuisines.
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City’s Edge (5310 W Devon Ave) - this American grill is a nice casual hangout for a burger, sandwich or some BBQ.
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Dakota 94 (5304 W Devon Ave) - a husband-and-wife-team are behind this contemporary American restaurant that features menu items like bison burger, truffle mac and cheese and “adult juice boxes.”
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Villa Rosa Pizza Kitchen (5345 W Devon Ave) - a neighborhood pizza place is a must, and frequent patrons rave about the thin crust at this family pizza restaurant.
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El Tejado Mexican Grill (6411 N Central Ave) laid back atmosphere and a selection of delicious Mexican dishes that go beyond tacos, tortas and burritos. Though, those favorites are definitely on the menu.
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King Pho (5414 W Devon Ave) serving up Pho and other Vietnamese and Pan-Asian dishes for more than 30 years.
Forest Glen Neighborhood Amenities
Getting your necessities, like groceries and personal care, or just shopping for home items and clothing is a breeze when living in Forest Glen. Nearby Niles, IL, just a short ride away, has a Costco (7311 N Melvina Ave), a Target (6150 W Touhy Ave), a Walmart (5630 W Touhy Ave), a Jewel-Osco (5667 W Touhy Ave) and an Aldi (6250 W Touhy Ave) all within a mile stretch. Also in the vicinity is the grocer Fresh Farms (5740 W Touhy Ave).
In the Edgebrook community area, residents can pop in to Happy Foods, Inc (6415 N Central Ave), a family-owned and run grocer.
Sitting on the edge of Forest Glen Woods (5420 N Forest Glen Ave), spanning 70,000 acres, residents have access to hiking trails and picnic groves, and within the neighborhood’s community area are local parks such as Edgebrook Park (6525 N Hiawatha Ave) and Wildwood Park (6950 N Hiawatha Ave) that have playgrounds and tennis courts.
Both parks have grade schools just a stone’s throw away. Edgebrook Public School (6525 N Hiawatha Ave) and Wildwood Elementary School (6950 N Hiawatha Ave) serve the community’s Pre-K - 8th grade student population. Other grade schools include Sauganash Elementary School (6040 N Kilpatrick Ave) and private institutions like Sauganash Montessori School (5750 N Rogers Ave) and St. Mary of the Woods Catholic School (7033 N Moselle Ave).
William Howard Taft High School (6530 W Bryn Mawr Ave) is the closest school for students in grades 9-12.
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Choosing a home and a neighborhood that is right for you and your family is not only an important decision, but a crucial investment. Once you’ve narrowed down what type of house you want, how many bedrooms you need, what are your non-negotiables, you go on to consider ambiance, safety, schooling and community programming among other factors. If you’re ready to make a home purchase in Forest Glen connect with a trusted Forest Glen realtor who will take into account all the things you’re seeking and help guide you through the home buying experience giving you information on the neighborhood’s real estate market and inventory to better guide your decision making.
When selling your home in Forest Glen consider partnering with a Forest Glen real estate agent who will help you prepare your house for showings and will come alongside you in the process to find the right buyer and the right offer.
Mark Quesada, Forest Glen Realtor
630-308-4562 | mark@homehunterschicago.com
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