Arlington Heights

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Arlington Heights, IL

Area Guide

One of America’s finest suburban communities, just minutes from downtown Chicago.

Bike-Friendly Upscale Suburb Commuter Safe Family-Friendly Public Transportation Rail Service Airport

Arlington Heights, located in Chicago's northwestern suburbs, combines comfortable suburban living with metropolitan convenience. The downtown district stands out for its award-winning design, featuring the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre and an array of restaurants and shops. Housing options range from downtown high-rise apartments to established residential areas like Scarsdale and Northgate. One-bedroom apartments currently rent for $1,883 per month, while two-bedroom units average $2,299.

The community features a walkable downtown and outdoor recreation spaces, including Lake Arlington with its surrounding trail system. Two Metra stations connect residents to downtown Chicago, making commuting convenient. The Arlington Heights Memorial Library, recognized nationally for its excellence, serves as a cultural cornerstone. Local traditions include the Arlington Heights Frontier Days Festival, a summer celebration that draws visitors from across the region. The former Arlington International Racecourse site represents a significant piece of local history and may become the future home of the Chicago Bears.

Rent Trends

As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Arlington Heights, IL is $1,682 for a studio, $1,810 for one bedroom, $2,178 for two bedrooms, and $2,516 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Arlington Heights has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,810/month
764 Sq Ft
House
$2,851/month
1,419 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,960/month
918 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,965/month
1,808 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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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.

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Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

60

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

Westgate Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

586 Students

Ivy Hill Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

578 Students

Patton Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

428 Students

Greenbrier Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

297 Students

Dryden Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

500 Students

South Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

850 Students

Thomas Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

961 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Dam No. 2 Woods
  • Buffalo Creek
  • Ned Brown / Busse Woods Preserve
  • Busse Lake / Busse Woods South
  • Camp Reinberg

Transit / Subway

Airports

  • Chicago O'Hare International
  • Chicago Midway International

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Living in Arlington Heights

Transportation

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One of the best reasons to live in Arlington Heights, IL is that it is perhaps one of the easiest of the Chicago suburbs to navigate and traverse. It is an ideal commuter town for those who don't want to stress out with any intense Chicago traffic, but like to have plenty of places to drive to at their disposal.

Shopping

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Whether you are a big shopper, or a light spender, Arlington Heights, IL has the stores for you to find exactly what it is you are looking for. Discover Arlington provides a long list of stores and shopping centers to spend hundreds of hours and dollars perusing and enjoying. The website also provides some handy coupons to help with any retail therapy you may embark on as you enjoy your days of shopping in Arlington Heights.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.