Highland Park, IL Homes for Sale: Explore Unique Properties
Highland Park sits on the Lake Michigan bluffs, with wooded ravines, several Metra stops and Ravinia. The right home depends on the address, the lot and the rules that come with it.
- County
- Lake County
- ZIP codes
- 60035 · 60037
- School districts
- North Shore 112 · Township High School 113. Confirm by address
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Living in Highland Park
Step off the UP-North line, catch a whiff of lake air, and you're officially house-hunting in Highland Park, IL. Tree-lined streets roll down to the lake, and Metra, Route 41 and the Edens keep Chicago commutes manageable.
The city stretches from the Lake Michigan bluffs west past the Edens Expressway. Its older neighborhoods grew around train stations, and wooded ravines cut through the east side down to the shore. Highland Park Hospital, the schools and the downtown shops anchor local jobs, and many residents commute to the Loop or to corporate offices in Deerfield and along the Tri-State.
Our listings feed comes from MRED and updates through the day. You'll see condos downtown, older homes in Ravinia, brick colonials on West Highland Park streets and lakefront houses on the bluff. The sections below cover the places, neighborhoods, schools and checks that matter when you compare them.
Local highlights and attractions
Highland Park's best-known places sit close to its train stations and the lake. A few of our favorites:
Ravinia Festival
Ravinia calls itself North America's oldest outdoor music festival. Each summer it hosts classical, jazz and pop performers and serves as the summer home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Metra's seasonal Ravinia Park station stops at the gate on concert days.
Rosewood Beach and the lakefront
The Park District of Highland Park runs Rosewood Beach and other lakefront parks, with summer camps and swimming. Living near the water is not the same as owning lakefront.
Downtown Highland Park
Independent shops, restaurants and a seasonal farmers market sit around the Highland Park Metra station.
Heller Nature Center and The Preserve
Heller covers 97 acres of woods, prairie and wetland with about three miles of trails. The Preserve of Highland Park turned a former golf course into about 100 acres of natural area and paths.
Fort Sheridan
A former Army post on the bluff, now a National Historic Landmark district with converted barracks, officers' homes and lakefront trails.
Chicago Botanic Garden and The Art Center
The 385-acre Chicago Botanic Garden is just over the line in Glencoe, about a mile from the Braeside station. The Art Center Highland Park offers classes and exhibitions downtown.
Highland Park neighborhoods
Each part of Highland Park has its own housing mix, commute and pace. Neighborhood names are informal, so use them to start a search, then confirm the boundaries and schools for each address.
Downtown
Condos, townhomes and older houses within walking distance of the Highland Park Metra station, shops and restaurants.
Ravinia
Older homes on smaller lots around the Ravinia business district and the Ravinia and Ravinia Park stations. Expect concert traffic on summer evenings near the festival.
Braeside
Homes near the south edge of the city by Lake Cook Road, with its own Metra station and forest preserves next door.
East side and the lake bluff
Larger homes on wooded and ravine lots east of the tracks, including lakefront property on the bluff.
West Highland Park
Mid-century ranches, split-levels and colonials west of Route 41, closer to the Edens and Heller Nature Center.
Fort Sheridan
Historic homes converted from the former Army post, plus newer construction nearby. Parts of the Fort Sheridan area are in Highwood or Lake Forest rather than Highland Park.
Getting around
Highland Park has more Metra stops than most North Shore suburbs, which makes the distance to a station a real part of comparing homes.
Metra Union Pacific North
Stations at Highland Park, Ravinia and Braeside, plus the seasonal Ravinia Park stop and Fort Sheridan at the north edge. The ride to Ogilvie Transportation Center is often 40 minutes to an hour, depending on the station and train.
Route 41 and the Edens
US Route 41 runs north and south through the city, and the Edens Spur and I-94 connect to the Tri-State and Chicago. Homes close to either road trade quick access for more traffic noise.
Green Bay Trail
The bike and walking trail runs beside the Metra tracks through Highland Park and connects neighboring North Shore towns.
How to find a home that fits your desired setting in Highland Park?
Highland Park's housing ranges from vintage homes on large, wooded lots near the lake to mid-century ranches and split-levels farther west, with condos and townhomes close to the downtown and Ravinia stations. You'll also find architect-designed mid-century houses, lakefront estates and historic Fort Sheridan homes. Rebuilding on existing lots is common, so one street can mix original homes with new construction.
Compare the setting as much as the house. A home near a Metra stop, one on a ravine and one near Route 41 or the Edens put different noise, traffic and commutes into your week. Each special property type brings its own maintenance needs, and some come with preservation review. For any listing, review the tax history, any association dues and the full monthly cost of that property.
Highland Park area schools
Highland Park is primarily served by North Shore School District 112 for elementary and middle school and Township High School District 113 for high school. Deerfield Public Schools District 109 also serves part of the area. A city name, ZIP code or nearby school does not confirm which schools serve a home.
Before you rely on a school, verify the specific property address with the district.
- Elementary and middle school
North Shore School District 112
Elementary schools include Braeside, Indian Trail, Ravinia, Red Oak, Sherwood and Wayne Thomas. Middle schools are Edgewood and Northwood. The district has been reorganizing its schools and some operate from temporary locations, so confirm both the assigned school and the building for the address.
District 112 schools - High school
Township High School District 113
District 113 runs Highland Park High School and Deerfield High School. The attendance area for the address decides which one a student attends.
District 113
What five checks should you make before making an offer on a Highland Park home?
Confirm the city, not just the mailing address
Highwood, Fort Sheridan and unincorporated pockets sit beside Highland Park. Confirm the municipal boundary for the property with the city or Lake County.
Ask what the lot allows
Ravine, bluff and steep-slope lots can limit building, grading and tree removal. Older or landmark homes can require review before demolition or exterior changes. Ask the city before you plan around a remodel or rebuild.
Bring the right inspectors for lakefront and bluff homes
Bluff stability, shoreline structures and drainage need specialists. Ask about erosion history and insurance costs before your inspection period ends.
Check the water history
Ask about basement water, sump pumps and overhead sewers, and review the seller's disclosures.
Pull the actual tax bill
Get the most recent bill for the property from the Lake County Treasurer and check which exemptions apply. Add insurance, any association dues and lot upkeep to compare the full monthly cost.
Highland Park, IL REALTORS®
When searching for Highland Park, IL homes for sale, buyers and sellers turn to The Spot Real Estate Team for local guidance. We can tell you which listings with a Highland Park mailing address are actually in Highwood or unincorporated Lake County, where ravine and bluff rules can limit an addition or rebuild, and when an older home may need preservation review before exterior changes.
On ravine, lakefront and historic homes, we compare sales with attention to lot setting, slope, drainage and the age of major systems. We can arrange structural, sewer and specialty inspections and connect you with local lenders for conventional, VA, FHA or jumbo financing. For sellers, we photograph the setting as carefully as the house, shoot drone video of wooded and lakefront lots and market listings across Chicago-area portals. Thinking about selling? Use the contact button below to request a free, personalized home valuation.
Highland Park real estate: buyer FAQs
Is every home with a Highland Park address inside the city?
Not always. Highwood, Fort Sheridan and some unincorporated pockets sit beside or within the Highland Park area. Confirm the municipal boundary for the specific property with the city or Lake County.
Which schools serve Highland Park homes?
Most addresses are in North Shore School District 112 for kindergarten through eighth grade and Township High School District 113 for high school. Deerfield District 109 serves part of the area. Confirm the assigned schools for the exact address with each district.
Which high school serves a Highland Park home?
District 113 runs Highland Park High School and Deerfield High School. The attendance area for the address decides which one a student attends.
How do I estimate property taxes on a Highland Park home?
Pull the most recent bill for the specific property from the Lake County Treasurer. The bill depends on the assessed value, the combined rates of the taxing bodies for that address and any exemptions, so two similar homes can have different bills.
How long is the train ride to downtown Chicago?
Highland Park has several Metra Union Pacific North stations. Depending on the station and whether the train runs express, the ride to Ogilvie Transportation Center is often 40 minutes to an hour. Check the current Metra schedule for the trains you would take.
Any unique property types to watch?
Yes. Architect-designed mid-century houses, lakefront and bluff homes, and historic Fort Sheridan homes each bring their own maintenance needs, and some come with preservation review.
What should I know about lakefront living?
Views come with bluff-stability checks, shoreline upkeep and possibly higher insurance. Bring in an inspector and engineer who know lakefront property before your inspection period ends.
Can I tear down or remodel an older Highland Park home?
Often, but older and landmark homes can require city review before demolition or exterior changes, and ravine or bluff lots have their own rules. Ask the city what applies to the address before you make an offer that depends on it.
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