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Clarendon Hills, IL

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This top-notch Chicago suburb has become one of Illinois’ best-rated neighborhoods

Suburban Family-Friendly Great Schools Park-Like Community Public Transportation

Situated over 22 miles west of Downtown Chicago, Clarendon Hills sits between Interstates 294 and 355, housing incredible homes and apartments in one of the most sought-after areas in and around the Windy City. The community-centered town of Clarendon Hills is fiercely loved by its residents and it’s easy to see why. Fantastic schools, an active community, and a picturesque setting make Clarendon Hills perfect for anyone who wants to set down roots or start a family outside the hustle and bustle of Chicago.

There are plenty of dining and shopping options on both Ogden Avenue to the north and 55th Street to the south. Prospect Park sits at the center of the neighborhood and makes for an idyllic picnic spot. Commuting from your Clarendon Hills apartment should be a breeze thanks to the nearby interstates and Metro lines.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Clarendon Hills, IL is $1,409 for a studio, $1,711 for one bedroom, $1,984 for two bedrooms, and $2,893 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Clarendon Hills has increased by 4.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,711/month
675 Sq Ft
House
$2,208/month
867 Sq Ft
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Transportation

59

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

46

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Prospect Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

318 Students

10
out of 10

Walker School

Public

Grades K-5

293 Students

8
out of 10

Holmes Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-2

503 Students

Rating Unavailable

Clarendon Hills Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

540 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Fullersburg Woods Nature Center
  • Mayslake Forest Preserve
  • Bemis Woods
  • Lyman Woods Interpretive Center
  • Wolf Road Prairie Nature Preserve

Airports

  • Chicago Midway International
  • Chicago O'Hare International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.