Name: New Trier
Address: New Trier

About the neighborhood

New Trier offers an inviting community characterized by quiet surroundings and numerous green spaces, including over 50 parks such as Skokie Playfields and Forest Preserve. The township’s housing consists primarily of spacious, single detached homes built before 1960, with many sizable residences featuring four or more bedrooms. Convenient transportation options include easy access to nearby train stations on the Purple Line and the Union Pacific North route. The neighborhood provides close proximity to a variety of schools, both public and private, and a selection of local supermarkets, restaurants, and cafes. Overall, New Trier presents a peaceful and well-rounded environment.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cycling is convenient in New Trier because it is an even ride to most locations. Traveling as a pedestrian is also practical for residents in this area; many common errands can be run without needing to resort to a vehicle, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. New Trier is not particularly transit friendly. Thankfully, it is easy to come across a nearby train station, such as the Ravinia Park, Wilmette and Braeside on the Union Pacific North, from the majority of residences in the township. Homeowners can depend on Noyes, Linden and Central on the Purple Line. Homeowners have access to approximately 10 bus lines, and most houses are very close to a bus stop. On the other hand, the preferred way to navigate New Trier is often driving. Parking is quite easy.

Services

It is frequently possible for house buyers in New Trier to do their groceries without the need for a car. Furthermore, there is often a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. It is also a rather short pedestrian trip to a decent choice of clothing stores. With respect to education, in this township, residents will usually be able to reach both primary and secondary schools without the need for a car. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools.

Character

New Trier offers a calm ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. It is easy to access public green spaces in the township, since there are over 200 of them nearby for residents to relax in and the majority of properties have a park around the corner. This area is very quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor.

Car friendly7.8

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly6.2

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.6

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly4.8

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants6.2

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries6.2

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance