Question 1

Is 60172 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60172 in Roselle has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Roselle city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 60172 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 60172?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60172 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 60172. 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, 60172 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Roselle. 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 60172?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 60172 is approximately $380K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 60172 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 60172 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 60172 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60172 has an overall NeighborScore of 63/100, placing it in the moderate range for Roselle. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 63/100, 60172 scores similarly to the middle tier of Roselle 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.

Roselle — ZIP 60172

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Waterbury Elem School	KG–05	—	—	—
Lake Park High School	09–12	—	—	—
Medinah Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Roselle Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Spring Hills Elem School	PK–05	—	—	—
Frederick Nerge Elem School	KG–06	—	—	—