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NORTHBROOK

Considered one of the North Shore’s premier communities, Northbrook is characterized by its tranquil, residential neighborhoods as well as its thriving business district. A desirable address for many people, Northbrook is graced with outstanding recreational facilities, top-notch schools, upscale retail shops, and civic-minded residents. For these reasons and so many others, Northbrook is considered an ideal Chicagoland suburb.

Residential

Beautiful homes abound in Northbrook. Diverse architectural styles pepper tree-lined streets, revealing the community’s charm and distinction. Moreover, the average asking price for a single family home in in 2005 was $682,103…further evidence that a Northbrook address is a distinguished one.

Commercial

Equally prosperous, the Northbrook business community is also thriving with companies such as Allstate, United Parcel, and Underwriters
Laboratories residing there. The downtown area also features exciting restaurants and unique, high-end shops and boutiques.

The Schools

“When incorporated in 1901, the village was known as Shermerville, in honor of Frederick Schermer who donated the land for its first train station. The village changed its name in 1923 due to anti-German backlash from World War I and was an effort to improve its public image.” -Wikipedia

Northbrook students enjoy attendance at some of Illinois most recognized schools. Northbrook elementary students are serviced by four different school districts, which include Northbrook School District 28, Northbrook School District 27, Northbrook/Glenview School District 30, and West Northfield School District 31. Most high school aged students in Northbrook attend schools in Northfield Township High School District 225. Schools in this district include Glenbrook North High School and Glenbrook South High School. Some high school students that live near the Northfield and Northbrook border attend New Trier High School in New Trier Township School District 203.

The Parks

The Northbrook Park District maintains numerous parks, two indoor ice arenas, a twenty-seven hole golf course, twenty-two tennis courts, countless ball fields, basketball courts, and playgrounds, two public swimming pools and numerous classes and activities for all residents. In addition to the great opportunities provided by the Park District, Northbrook also takes great pride in its symphony orchestra and its fine performing arts programs. Concerts and other cultural events are held at the Forrest S. Sheely Center for the Performing Arts and the Northbrook Leisure Center.