Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
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$254,950Median listing price
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About North Chicago
North Chicago (~35,000 residents) is a lakefront city dominated by Naval Station Great Lakes — the U.S. Navy's only recruit training center and its largest training station.
Home prices in North Chicago
The median listing price in North Chicago is $254,950.
Top places in North Chicago
- Naval Station Great Lakes
- Foss Park
- Foss Park Golf Course
- Greenbelt Forest Preserve
- Veterans Memorial Park
- North Chicago Public Library
- Sheridan Road corridor
Commuting from North Chicago
- Metra Union Pacific North (UP-N) Line; North Chicago station (serving the Naval Station area) to Ogilvie Transportation Center.
- Typical weekday train to Ogilvie: approximately 65–75 minutes (approximate; varies by stopping pattern).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~45–60 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent).
Schools in North Chicago
Public schools: North Chicago School District 187. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
North Chicago FAQs
- What is the housing market like in North Chicago, IL?
The median listing price in North Chicago is $254,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from North Chicago, IL?
Metra Union Pacific North (UP-N) Line; North Chicago station (serving the Naval Station area) to Ogilvie Transportation Center. - Which school district serves North Chicago, IL?
North Chicago is served by North Chicago School District 187. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.