Question 1

Is 60618 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60618 in Chicago has a crime score of 95/100, which is below the city average — meaning this area has relatively fewer reported incidents per 1,000 residents than most comparable neighborhoods. Violent crime rates are well below the national baseline, and property crime is similarly low. For residents and prospective buyers, this score places 60618 among the safer ZIP codes in the Chicago metro area.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 60618?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60618 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 60618. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 60618 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Chicago. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 60618?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 60618 is approximately $566K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 60618 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 60618 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 60618 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60618 has an overall NeighborScore of 79/100, placing it in the moderate range for Chicago. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 79/100, 60618 scores similarly to the middle tier of Chicago neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Chicago — ZIP 60618

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Avondale - Logandale Elem Sch	PK–08	—	—	—
Audubon Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Bateman Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Bell Elem School	KG–08	—	—	—
Cleveland Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Coonley Elem School	KG–08	—	—	—
Henry Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Linne Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Lane Technical High School	07–12	—	—	—
Murphy Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Reilly Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Alcott College Prep	09–12	—	—	—
Garcia Lorca Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Disney II Magnet HS	07–12	—	—	—
Aspira Charter - Bus and Fin	09–12	—	—	—
CICS - Irving Park Campus	KG–08	—	—	—
ASPIRA Charter - Early College Pr	09–12	—	—	—
Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elem	KG–08	—	—	—