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Palatine, IL

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Enjoy easy access to Chicago from this thriving, family-friendly suburb

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Palatine is a large, suburban village located about 35 miles northwest of Chicago. Offering a direct line into the city via Metrarail service, it’s a popular home base for Chicago-area commuters; the exceptional public schools and low crime rate also make the area a great choice for families.

The center of town around the intersection of Palatine Road and Plum Grove Road is alive with activity, hosting a collective of specialty shops, coffeehouses, restaurants, and other popular hangouts. Grab a coffee at Christies on your way to the station in the morning, stop into Schnell’s for dinner and a drink in the evening, or swing by Mac’s On Slade to see a band play on the weekend. Harper College sits on the south end of town, serving thousands of students from around the region. The local rental market includes everything from budget-friendly apartments to upscale condos and houses, serving the needs of Palatine’s diverse population.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Palatine, IL is $935 for a studio, $1,596 for one bedroom, $1,774 for two bedrooms, and $2,235 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Palatine has increased by 5.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,596/month
776 Sq Ft
House
$2,706/month
1,200 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,257/month
968 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,812/month
1,457 Sq Ft
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Transportation

58

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

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

56

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Pleasant Hill Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

583 Students

8
out of 10

Marion Jordan Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

487 Students

7
out of 10

Hunting Ridge Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

714 Students

6
out of 10

Stuart R Paddock School

Public

Grades K-6

593 Students

5
out of 10

Jane Addams Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

432 Students

5
out of 10

Walter R Sundling Jr High School

Public

Grades 7-8

609 Students

4
out of 10

Winston Campus Jr High

Public

Grades 7-8

591 Students

4
out of 10

Kirk School

Public

Rating Unavailable

Wm Fremd High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,708 Students

8
out of 10

Palatine High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,652 Students

6
out of 10

Kirk School

Public

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Camp Reinberg
  • Deer Grove
  • Baker's Lake Nature Preserve
  • Buffalo Creek
  • Northern Illinois Raptor Center

Airports

  • Chicago O'Hare International
  • Chicago Midway International

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