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South Elgin, IL
South Elgin · IL 60177
Updated November 6, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$425K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
63 min
to Chicago Loop
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
B-Quietness
70/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score52/100
Our Take
South Elgin offers solid family‑friendly amenities with good schools and plenty of green space. Public transit and walkability are limited, so it’s best suited to commuters who drive. The community is affordable relative to Chicago and has a stable, moderate crime level.
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The Good
- ✓High‑rated local schools
- ✓Abundant parks and open spaces
- ✓Reasonably priced homes compared to downtown Chicago
- ✓Convenient 1‑hour drive to the Loop
Real Talk
- !Limited public transit; most residents rely on cars
- !Higher property taxes and HOA fees in some neighborhoods
- !Traffic can be heavy during peak commute times
- !Retail and nightlife options are sparse
- $Property taxes are above the county average
- $Potential HOA fees for townhouse or condo units
- $Utility costs can climb during winter heating season
Best For
Families looking for good schoolsCommuters to ChicagoSuburban living with a lower cost of livingOutdoor enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
South Elgin, IL
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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