Prospect Heights
Links of Interest
Distance to Downtown Chicago
26 miles
Average Drive Times
40 minutes to the Chicago Loop
15 minutes to O’Hare Airport
55 minutes to Midway Airport
Express Train to Commute to Loop
39 minutes
Low property taxes are a reflection of the strong corporate tax base found in Prospect Heights. The city’s East side is residential with a distinct suburban feel. The city’s West side reflects a more rustic atmosphere with large homes on full lots and an abundance of park land which houses a variety of birds and other wildlife.
Housing
Single family home styles range from ranches and two-stories to Colonials and Cape Cods.
Transportation
Commuters catch express trains from Mount Prospect for a 23 minute trip into the Loop. Drivers have access to I-294 and I-94 via Illinois-83, U.S. 12 and U.S. 45. Drive time to the Loop is an hour.
Schools
Elementary school students attend school in District 23, whose students excel in state math and reading tests. High school students attend Wheeling and Hersey High Schools in District 214. Both schools offer a diverse curriculum with an emphasis on college preparatory classes.
Shopping
Downtown Prospect Heights houses 15 different area specialty and convenient shops. Area regional malls include: One Schaumburg Place, Randhurst Shopping Center in Mount Prospect and Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg. All three boast a wide variety of stores.
Recreation
The Prospect Heights Park District offers a wide range of year-round activities for all ages. Prospect Heights boasts a number of strong civic and social groups which all contribute to the community.
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