At roughly 76,000 residents, Arlington Heights is the largest of the four communities Michael serves - about 25 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, with a downtown built around genuine walkability rather than just a transit stop.
What Housing Looks Like
Recorded sales over the last 180 days ranged from $40,000 to $2,100,000, with a median around $490,000 - the widest range of the four communities, spanning everything from small condos to larger estate-style homes.
Transportation & Access
Arlington Heights has two stations on Metra's Union Pacific Northwest Line - Arlington Heights and Arlington Park - with the downtown station just two blocks from the village's main shopping and restaurant district.
Parks, Downtown & Amenities
Downtown Arlington Heights centers on a walkable core of restaurants and shops along Northwest Highway, served by the Arlington Heights Park District.
Schools
Arlington Heights feeds into Township High School District 214, the second-largest high school district in Illinois. Elementary and middle school students are served by Arlington Heights School District 25.
Property Tax & Reassessment
Arlington Heights falls within Cook County's North Suburbs reassessment triad, which was last reassessed in 2024. The next triennial reassessment for this triad is scheduled for 2027. Source: Cook County Assessor's Office assessment calendar.
For Buyers
Buyers considering Arlington Heights should weigh commute pattern, lot size and housing era, and school district assignment - Michael can walk through recent, subdivision-specific activity for a specific address or neighborhood.
For Sellers
Sellers in Arlington Heights benefit from pricing and preparation calibrated to their specific subdivision rather than a citywide average - see the Seller's Guide for how Michael approaches this.