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Skokie is one of the larger of the North Shore communities on the northwestern border of Chicago. It has been accurately nicknamed "The Village of Vision" because of its constant dedication to improving both the residential and business districts of the community. This valuable combination of retail and residential properties in a prime location keeps Skokie real estate agents busy.

The village of Skokie has worked hard to maintain a good balance of developments within its boundaries. The types of housing available vary widely, in design, size and price. The largest expansion took place in the years following WWII and planners have since stuck to the original checker board or grid pattern for the street layouts. These traditional city blocks form neighborhoods in the true sense and foster the friendly feel that the community strives to maintain. The criss-cross streets discourage exclusive subdivisions and cul-de-sacs. Giving neighborhoods specific names is something they shy away from, instead preferring to make all residents feel as though they belong to the village as a whole. This atmosphere is very attractive to many potential buyers, according to Skokie real estate agents.

Skokie is comprised of ten and a half square miles and has over 63,000 residents. Serviced by the Yellow Line of the CTA located at Oakton Street, PACE bus routes, Greyhound and the Edens Expressway (Interstate 94) on the western edge of the village. O'Hare International Airport is about nine miles away. This all contributes to the steady growth of the commercial and light industrial areas. The village has always encouraged businesses to locate there, but has also fought to preserve quality residential areas in quiet neighborhoods. The need for economic expansion has been managed in a way that satisfied businesses but didn't sacrifice neighborhoods. Skokie real estate agents have often labeled this community as middle class and upwardly mobile.

The Old Orchard Mall was completely redone and turned into a more upscale retail site. But the downtown shopping district is still vital, adding to that neighborhood feel since most shops are within walking distance. There are a lot of traditional mom and pop type stores and shops there along with fresh produce stands that remind you of a by-gone era.

The Skokie Park District oversees 240 acres and the Skokie Festival of Cultures is celebrated every May. The village is home to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, giving residents access to many cultural and musical events. The village boasts excellent schools that have won national awards and also is home to one of the biggest public library systems in the northern region.

Skokie real estate agents have listings for almost every type of housing you'd expect in a village of this size. Styles of homes run the gamut from newer upscale condos, older urban style apartment buildings, split-level homes, flats, town houses, small and medium sized ranch homes, and even the occasional small estate on a larger lot. An average middle class home will run about $150,000 in price and nearly all of these homes are brick clad and built to last. The more expensive and far less in number new estates currently sell for about $700,000.

According to Skokie real estate agents, the bulk of properties on the market right now are single family homes that run from just below $350,000 to upwards of $450,000. There are a fair number of condo conversions near such locations as Old Orchard, the parks and the Expressway that start as low as $209,000. There has been more redevelopment of condo units and apartment buildings recently and Skokie real estate agents are seeing an interest in these more affordable homes among new and first time buyers.

Skokie has appointed officials who inspect all apartment buildings to ensure that they meet housing standards. The village was also one of the very first in the state to enact fair housing laws and utilizes a Human Relations Commission to investigate claims of discrimination or racism in housing issues.

With all of the great qualities Skokie has to offer its residents, it is certain to be a favorite place to live along the North Shore for some time to come. Skokie real estate agents can find the perfect house for a person or family wanting to settle in the village, in the heart of a neighborhood where you’ll be made to feel right at home.

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