The Village of Northbrook is located 25 miles north of downtown Chicago at the northern border of Cook County. Situated east of the Tri-State Tollway (294), west and south of Interstate 94 (Edens Expressway) and on the Metra Commuter Line 40 minutes from Chicago, Northbrook has a premier transportation location. The Village features high value residential and complementary commercial and retail development.

Northbrook combines a strong diversification of employment in industry, commercial/retail and office development with its residential, educational, recreational and cultural amenities. The result is a thriving local economy and first class services for both businesses and residents. With broad based sources of Village revenue, Northbrook has relatively low municipal tax rates but is able to provide a high level of government services.

From kindergarten through high school, Northbrook boasts one of the finest education systems in the state.  Students consistently score above average on standardized tests including the Prairie State Achievement Examination, ACT and SAT.  A wide array of academic and co-curricular programs provide a well-rounded environment.

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Demand and real estate prices are so strong because Northbrook has the best of all worlds; developers and village officials agreed. Growing steadily through the last three decades, Northbrook real estate offers residents a central location near O'Hare Airport, as well as schools and parks with national reputations. And with a tax base that is split 50-50 between residential and commercial, property tax rates are relatively low.

Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $568,500

Demographics

Estimated population in July 2006: 34,142. Northbrook covers 12.9 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 650 feet above sea level.

Weather

Northbrook, IL climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 20's.

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 83.20 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 13.70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 20 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 17 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Northbrook is 36.80 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is August with an average rainfall of 4.84 Inches.

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