A Guide to the North Shore NeiGhborhoodS Welcome to the North Shore Chicago’s North Shore N Lake Michigan Chicago’s North Shore N Lake Michigan atproperties.com North Shore Neighborhood N evaNStoN Neighborhood Located just north of Chicago, evanston has a beautiful natural setting on Lake Michigan and features expansive parks, historic architecture and the Northwestern University campus. its 75,000 residents include an eclectic mix of students, young professionals, families and seniors. With bustling business districts, arts Lake Michigan and culture and easy access to Chicago, evanston offers the conveniences of city living in a suburban environment. hoUsiNg homes in evanston range from contemporary new-construction high rises to well-maintained single-family homes and townhomes S to historic lakefront mansions. The town is comprised of a number of distinct neighborhoods – many within walking distances of evanston’s thriving commercial areas. home prices range from under $100,000 to well over $1 million. LifesTyLe evanston has a variety of amenities to enjoy year-round. its downtown adjoins Northwestern University and includes hundreds of businesses from boutiques, bookstores and galleries to theaters and restaurants. smaller shopping districts contain additional options. outdoor recreation includes beaches, parks, jogging trails and bicycle paths. Meanwhile Northwestern University offers residents access to a full slate of big Ten sports as well as cultural events and academic pursuits. CoMMUNiTy iNFORMATioN EVANSTON GoverNment: LocAl NEwspaper: www.cityofevanston.org Evanston Review 2100 ridge Avenue evanston www.pioneerlocal.com/evanston 847.328.2100 PArk DistricT: www.evchamber.com www.cityofevanston.org 1560 sherman Avenue evanston, iL 60201-4808 Lighthouse Park District of Evanston 847.328.1500 www.grossepointlighthouse.net 2601 sheridan road, evanston UTiliTies: 847.328.6961 555 Lincoln st.evanston 847.866.2942 Ridgeville Park District www.ridgeville.org Comed: 1.800.edison-1 908 seward street, evanston 847.869.5640 Nicor gas: 1.888.Nicor4u CablE/SatelliTE/TV/Internet: Post OfficE: Comcast: www.comcast.net - 800.CoMCAsT 1101 davis street, evanston Dish Network: www.dishnetwork.com - 888.825.2557 847.328.6288 Direct TV: www.directv.com - 888.777.2454 AT&T: www.att.com librAry: www.epl.org Transportation: Main Library at 1703 orrington Ave Union Pacific North 847.448.8600 www.metrarail.com North branch at 2026 Central street www.transitchicago.com 847.866.0330 www.pacebus.com south branch at 949 Chicago Avenue Hospital: 847.866.0333 Evanston Hospital 2650 ridge, evanston 847.570.2000 www.northshore.org atproperties.com N North Shore Neighborhood Skokie/mortoN grove Neighborhood Located on the northwest border of the city, skokie and Morton grove are original Chicago suburbs that continue to thrive. Lskokieake Mwasic hnamedigan one of the fastest-growing suburbs in the U.s by Money magazine, while family Circle recently proclaimed Morton grove one of the nation’s 10 best towns for families. With beautiful parks and forest preserves, award-winning schools and proximity to Chicago, these neighboring towns combine big-city opportunities with suburban charm. hoUsiNg skokie and Morton grove offer a wide variety of housing options to appeal to every lifestyle. Quiet, tree-lined streets feature affordable colonials, S ranches and Chicago-style bungalows as well as upscale new-construction. Condominium buyers will also find a wealth of options, including a number of large new-construction developments with luxurious amenities. LifesTyLe skokie and Morton grove’s commercial centers, recreational facilities and shopping rival any Chicago suburb. old orchard shopping Center in skokie is a favorite upscale shopping destination for North shore residents. Premier cultural and educational amenities include The North shore Center for the Performing Arts, Northlight Theatre and illinois holocaust Museum. The award-winning skokie Park district maintains 240 acres of parkland, while 20 percent of land in Morton grove is dedicated to open space. CoMMUNiTy iNFORMATioN SkOKIE/mOrTON GrOVE SkOKIE TransportatiON: LocAl NEwspaper: skokie swift - www.transitchicago.com Morton Grove Champion GoverNment: www.pacebus.com www.pioneerlocal.com/mortongrove www.skokie.org www.rtachicago.com 5127 oakton street, skokie Union Pacific West - www.metrarail.com PArk DistricT: 847.673.0500 www.mortongroveparks.com Hospital: 6834 W. dempster Morton grove www.skokiechamber.org Skokie Hospital 847.965.1200 5002 oakton street 9600 gross Point road, skokie skokie, iL 60077-2906 847.677.9600 CablE/TV/SatelliTE/Internet: 847.673-0240 www.northshore.org www.mortongroveil.org Comcast: 800.CoMCAsT UTiliTies: Dish Network: 888.825.2557 www.skokie.org Direct TV: 888.777.2454 Nicor gas: 1.888.NiCOR-4-U mOrTON GrOVE RCN: 888.790.2121 Commonwealth edison: 1.800.EDISON-1 AT&T: www.att.com GoverNment: Post OfficE: www.mortongroveil.org Transportation: 4950 Madison street, skokie - 847.676.2232 Village of Morton grove www.pacebus.com 9318 skokie blvd, skokie - 847.676.1030 6101 Capulina Avenue Morton grove www.transitchicago.com 847.965.4100 Milwaukee District North - www.metrarail.com librAries: www.skokielibrary www.mgcci.org HospitalS: 5215 oakton, skokie - 847.673.7774 6101 Capulina Ave, Morton grove Resurrection Medical Center 847.965.0330 7435 West Talcott Avenue LocAl NEwspaper: Chicago Skokie Review UTiliTies: 773.774.8000 www.pioneerlocal.com/skokie www.mortongroveil.org - 847.965.4100 Rush North Shore Medical Center PArk DistricT: Post OfficE: 9600 gross Point road www.skokieparkdistrict.org 9114 Waukegan road, Morton grove - skokie, iL 60076 9300 Weber Place, skokie 847.965.1621 847.677.9600 847.674.1500 6977 West oakton street, Niles - 847.967.1989 Lutheran General Hospital CablE/TV/SatelliTE/Internet: librAry: 1775 West dempster street Comcast: 800.CoMCAsT www.webrary.org Park ridge Dish Network: 888.825.2557 6140 Lincoln Avenue, Morton grove 847.723.2210 Direct TV: 888.777.2454 847.965.4220 RCN: 888.790.2121 AT&T: www.att.com atproperties.com North Shore Neighborhood N NileS/liNcolNWood Neighborhood Located just 15 minutes from the hustle of downtown Chicago, Niles and Lincolnwood offer quiet residential neighborhoods on narrow streets shaded by towering trees. An abundance of shopping choices await residents at Lincolnwood Town Center and golf Mill Center, Lake Michigan while dozens of independent merchants greet customers by name. The close-knit sense of community is enhanced by Niles’ sister City program that promotes international student and cultural exchanges. hoUsiNg homes in Niles and Lincolnwood vary in style and price making the area a practical and popular choice for a variety of residents. S Condominiums are available in park-like settings, while well- maintained bungalows offer affordable single-family living. There are also a number of custom new-construction homes as well as stately georgians on larger lots. Niles is also known for its low property taxes. LifesTyLe residents enjoy an abundance of local amenities. Thriving neighborhood businesses as well as regional malls offer a wide range of choices for shopping and dining. Music venues range from classical concerts performed by the Lincolnwood Chamber orchestra to summertime open-air concerts and festivals. Parks, pools, tennis courts and baseball diamonds are plentiful, and county forest preserves offering bicycle trails and golf are just minutes away. CoMMUNiTy iNFORMATioN NILES/LINcOlNwOOD NILES TransportatiON: librAries: http://www.transitchicago.com www.lincolnwoodlibrary.org GoverNment: http://www.dot.state.il.us 4000 W. Pratt, Lincolnwood Village Hall http://www.metrarail.com 847.677.5277 1000 Civic Center dr., Niles http://www.pacebus.com 847.588.8000 LocAl NEwspaper: www.vniles.com HospitalS: Lincolnwood Review Resurrection Medical Center www.pioneerlocal.com/lincolnwood Village information Line - 847.588.8411 7435 West Talcott Avenue Chicago PArk DistricT: www.nileschamber.org 8060 773.774.8000 www.lincolnwoodil.org West oakton, Niles 900 N. Lincoln Ave 847.268.8180 Lutheran General Hospital Lincolnwood 1775 West dempster street 847.673.1540 UTiliTies: Park ridge www.vniles.com 847.723.2210 CablE TV/Internet/SatelliTE: www.cityofchicago.org Comcast: 866.594.1234 www.Comed.com ATT/SBC: 800.288.2020 www.nicor.com LINcOlNwOOD TransportatiON: Post OfficE: www.pacebus.org 6977 West oakton street, Niles GoverNment: www.transitchicago.com 847.967.1989 www.lincolnwoodil.org www.metrarail.com 900 N. Lincoln Ave librAry: Lincolnwood HospitalS: www.nileslibrary.org 847.673.1540 Advocate Illinois Masonic 6960 West oakton street, Niles 836 W. Wellington, Chicago 847.663.1234 www.linconlwoodchamber.org 773.975.1600 7001 N. Lawndale Ave, Lincolnwood LocAl NEwspaper: 847.679.5760 Resurrection Medical Center Niles Herald-Spectator 7435 West Talbott www.pioneerlocal.com/niles UTiliTies: Chicago Electric: Commonwealth edison - 800.EDISON-1 773.774.8000 PArk DistricT: Gas: Nicor - 888.642.6748 www.reshealth.org www.niles-park.org Waste Recycle: groot - 800.244.1977 6676 West howard street, Niles Water/Sewer: Village - 847.673.1540 Saint Francis Hospital 847.967.6633 Hazardous Waste: sWANNC - 847.724.9205 335 ridge, evanston 847.316.4000 CablE/TV/SatelliTE/Internet: Post OfficE: www.northshore.org Comcast: 866.594.1234 3401 W devon Ave, Chicago - 773.583.8640 ATT/SBC: 800.288.2020 6500 N Lincoln Ave, Lincolnwood - 847.568.9960 Evanston Hospital 2650 ridge, evanston 847.570.2000 atproperties.com North