Rolling Meadows, Rolling Meadows IL — neighborhood review

Rolling Meadows, IL

Rolling Meadows · IL 60008

Updated October 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$410K

Median Price

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Walk Score

7.1/10

Schools

48 min

to Chicago Loop

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
B-Schools
71/100
B-Quietness
70/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score56/100

Our Take

Rolling Meadows offers solid family-friendly amenities, good schools, and a comfortable commute to downtown Chicago. It’s car-dependent and has limited walkability and nightlife, but property taxes are moderate and flood risk is low. It’s a reasonable choice for commuters and families looking for suburban stability.

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The Good

  • ✓Top-rated public schools within the community
  • ✓Convenient 48‑minute commute to Chicago Loop via Metra
  • ✓Low flood risk and moderate property taxes
  • ✓Quiet suburban atmosphere with parks and community events

Real Talk

  • !High dependence on cars; few sidewalks or pedestrian routes
  • !Limited local dining and nightlife options
  • !Commute can be long, especially during rush hour
  • !Older homes may require updates, raising maintenance costs
  • $Annual property taxes around $8,500
  • $Potential HOA fees for condos or townhouses
  • $Daily commute expenses (gas, tolls, parking)

Best For

Families with childrenCommuters to ChicagoProfessionals seeking suburban livingHomebuyers valuing good schools

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Rolling Meadows, IL

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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