Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Northfield, IL
$898,000Median listing price
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About Northfield
Northfield (~5,500 residents) is a small and quiet village in the New Trier school district, prized for wooded lots, large colonials and newer homes and a low-key residential character. There is no real downtown — a small cluster of shops and restaurants sits along Happ Road and Willow Road.
Home prices in Northfield
The median listing price in Northfield is $898,000.
Top places in Northfield
- Clarkson Park
- Happ Road shops and restaurants
- Willow Park
- Northfield Farmers Market (seasonal).
- Nearby Chicago Botanic Garden (Glencoe, ~10 minutes).
Commuting from Northfield
- Metra Milwaukee District North (MD-N); Northfield station in town to Chicago Union Station.
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~30–40 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, ~23 miles).
Northfield FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Northfield, IL?
The median listing price in Northfield is $898,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Northfield, IL?
Metra Milwaukee District North (MD-N); Northfield station in town to Chicago Union Station.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.