Forest Glen Homes for Sale in Winnetka IL

Forest Glen Homes for Sale in Winnetka IL

Forest Glen is a small neighborhood within the larger neighborhood of Hubbard Woods in the northern part of Winnetka. It is just north of the intersection of Tower Rd and Hibbard Rd., with two entrances onto Tower Rd. marked by pillars. It was developed from the twenty acre estate of a wealthy Chicago couple who summered here with their seven children during the 1920′s and 30′s. The estate included a mansion, stables and a large greenhouse which housed a swimming pool and exotic plant collection.

The land was sold in 1939 to North Shore architect and builder C.A. Hemphill, who subdivided it into 57 lots and began building single family homes. Homes in the west section were built between 1939 and 1941, but building ceased during World War II and did not begin again until late 1945, when the east side was developed.

Why Do People Live in the Forest Glen Neighborhood?

Forest Glen is a friendly and welcoming neighborhood that is popular with young families due to its proximity to Hubbard Woods shops, restaurants and Metra station. It is also a short walk to Hubbard Woods Elementary School and Sacred Heart Catholic Church and School. There are traditionally two neighborhood parties during the year: a block party in the fall and a holiday party in December.

Looking for a Forest Glen home in Winnetka IL?

People who move to Forest Glen usually intend to stay and raise their families there, so homes do not come on the market very often. As of this writing there are no homes available but you can go here to see homes as they come up for sale.

You can see all the homes for sale in Hubbard Woods here.

What's the Neighborhood Like?

Most of the houses in Forest Glen are two story brick or stone Colonials. The lots sizes are irregular, but most are around 8000-10,000 square feet. Prices range from $700,000 to just over $1,000,000.

What Types of Activities Are Offered Nearby?

Hubbard Woods has its own shopping area along Green Bay Rd. with stores and restaurants, as well as a Metra station. Most of the shops and restaurants are locally owned, though there are a few chains, such as Starbucks, Panera and the Gap. Hubbard Woods Park is right next to the train station and has a playlot and a gazebo. The Park District often has events here such as concerts and movies in the summer. In winter part of the park is flooded for ice skating and pond hockey.

The Winnetka Park District operates a large facility on Hibbard Rd. south of Tower Rd. that includes the Nielsen Tennis Center, the Winnetka Golf Club, Winnetka Ice Arena, paddle tennis courts and the Skokie Playfields. Winnetka also has three beaches for residents' use. Tower Road Beach is the closest to Forest Glen, about a mile away. You can also go kayaking on the Skokie Lagoons, on the western border of Hubbard Woods. Kayaks can be rented on Tower Road.

What Schools Will the Kids Attend?

Forest Glen is servd by Hubbard Woods School (K-4), after which kids attend Skokie School (5-6) and Carleton Washburne School (7-8). High schoolers attend New Trier High School. 

There are also some private school options in the area. Sacred Heart and Saints Faith, Hope, Charity are Catholic primary schools in Winnetka. Loyola is a Catholic High School in nearby Wilmette. North Shore Country Day School is a private prep school in Winnetka.

You can go here for a guide to Winnetka pre-schools.

You can download a free guide to schools on the North Shore here.

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