Discover The Top 5 Most Expensive Chicago Suburbs In Illinois

Did you know the most expensive cities to live in Illinois are all Chicago suburbs? Take a look at the five that top the list.

5 Most Expensive Places to Live in Illinois

If you wondered exactly which cities in Illinois offer all high-dollar amenities, here's your list, including the most expensive homes currently on the market in those places.

Hinsdale, IL

While HInsdale's median home price is considerably less than other cities on this list, $338,000, it's still much higher than the national average.

However, Hinsdale has no shortage of massive-sized estates.

The most expensive home currently on the market in Hinsdale:

Dawn McKenna Coldwell Banker Realty

Located at 505 S County Line Rd this home's asking price is $9,999,999.

Lake Forest, IL

Nothing is quite as beautiful as being surrounded by water and some of the most beautiful parks in Illinois. Lake Forest is an older community with homes from modest-sized mansions to massive estates and a median home price of just under $1,000,000.

The most expensive home currently on the market in Lake Forest:

Andra O'Neill & Brandie Malay • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Located at 1460 Lake Rd this home's asking price is $6,500,000.

Kenilworth, IL

Kenilworth is another Chicago suburb with no shortage of elaborate luxuries. Average home prices are a little higher, $1.5 million.

The most expensive home currently on the market in Kenilworth:

Nancy Nugent & Ryan Preuett • Jameson Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Located at 501 Sheridan Rd this home's asking price is $7,987,500.

Winnetka, IL

Another lakefront community not too far from Glenncoe, also with big million-dollar mansions. $1.6 million is the median home price.

The most expensive home currently on the market in Winnetka:

Dinny Dwyer Coldwell Banker Realty

Located at 44 Locust Rd this home's asking price is $7,900,000.

Glencoe, IL

Glencoe, Illinois has a reputation for several things, one stands out more than the others

Big Ass Houses

The median home price is just over $2 million. If you're driving down Longwood Ave. on the shores of Lake Michigan you'll see homes that sold for 4-5x that amount.

The most expensive home currently on the market in Glencoe:

Milena Birov @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Located at 585 Longwood Ave this home's asking price is $9,750,000

[H/T Chicago Condo Finder]

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On the list, there's a robust mix of offerings from great schools and nightlife to high walkability and public parks. Some areas have enjoyed rapid growth thanks to new businesses moving to the area, while others offer glimpses into area history with well-preserved architecture and museums. Keep reading to see if your hometown made the list.

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