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Arlington Heights
Vibrant downtown, well-regarded schools and timeless architecture.
≈ 40 min to downtown Chicago by Metra · 25 min to O'HareArlington Heights, IL
Overview
One of the most sought-after villages in the northwest suburbs, Arlington Heights pairs a walkable downtown with quiet residential streets and the strong District 25 and 214 schools.
Award-winning downtown
Metropolis Performing Arts
Arlington 425 luxury towers
Metra UP-NW · 40 min to Loop
Latest market update
Arlington Heights market updates
No dated report published yet. Planned coverage: Monthly.
Housing in Arlington Heights
What you'll find on the market.
Bungalows
Georgians & Colonials
Luxury townhomes
Downtown condos
Schools
Education in Arlington Heights.
SD 25 (Elementary)
Serves central Arlington Heights K–8.
Township HS District 214
Prospect, Rolling Meadows, John Hersey and Wheeling high schools.
Parochial & private schools
Several well-regarded independent options within the village.
Official district resources
School boundaries and program details change frequently. Rumi does not publish rankings — please verify current attendance areas and program details directly with the district for any specific address.
Living in Arlington Heights
A closer look.
Housing
From classic bungalows and Georgian revivals to new luxury townhomes near the Metra, Arlington Heights offers a broad range of price points and styles.
Transportation
Arlington Heights and Arlington Park Metra stations provide direct service to downtown Chicago. Immediate access to I-90 and Route 53.
Shopping
Downtown Arlington Heights features boutiques, home goods and specialty grocery. Weekly farmers market runs May through October.
Parks & recreation
More than 700 acres of parks, the Arlington Heights Memorial Library and Metropolis Performing Arts Centre create a rich cultural core.
Dining
A celebrated dining scene: from wood-fired pizza and sushi to fine dining and elevated brunch on Vail Avenue.
Neighborhoods
Popular pockets in Arlington Heights.
Scarsdale
Stonegate
Frenchman's Cove
Downtown / Vail Avenue
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Where Arlington Heights sits.
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Common questions about Arlington Heights.
Is Arlington Heights a good place to buy a home right now?
Every market cycle rewards buyers differently. Rumi will review current inventory, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios in Arlington Heights with you before you tour, so your offer strategy matches the moment.
What is the typical price range in Arlington Heights?
Arlington Heights spans a wide range of price points depending on neighborhood, lot size, and finish level. Ask for a current price map — Rumi will send a segmented breakdown by street and subdivision.
How competitive are offers in Arlington Heights?
Well-prepared homes in the most-loved pockets of Arlington Heights often receive multiple offers. Rumi's job is to make sure your offer is the one that gets accepted — on terms you can live with.
Can I see off-market homes in Arlington Heights?
Yes. Through the RE/MAX network and Rumi's local relationships, qualified buyers regularly preview coming-soon and off-market opportunities in Arlington Heights.
Plan your next step
Working with Rumi in Arlington Heights.
The next step
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