Streamwood · Cook County · IL
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Brookside.
- Active listings
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- Median list
- $400K
- Avg time on market
- 9 days
- Sold · last year
- 5
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About the community
A mixed, established community on the west side of Streamwood.
Brookside is an established residential community on the west side of Streamwood, in Cook County, south of Bode Road and east of Bartlett Road. It is a mixed community: a core of detached single-family homes plus an adjacent condominium section along Garden Circle and Brook Drive. The single-family core was developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s, with the classic look of that era, curved streets, mature trees, sidewalks and street lights, a neighborhood park and a lake feature, and a quiet residential feel a short drive from Route 59 and I-90. The mix of detached homes and more affordable condos makes it a realistic entry point for first-time buyers and downsizers alike.
At a glance
Detached homes plus condos
Two-story and split-level houses plus a two- and three-bedroom condominium section.
Pool and clubhouse
The condominium section includes a community pool, clubhouse, and shared indoor amenities.
Elgin Area District U-46
Brookside is well within U-46; confirm the specific schools by address.
Two Metra stations nearby
Hanover Park and Bartlett on the Milwaukee District West line are a short drive away.
Neighborhood park and lake
A park and lake feature within the community, with full sidewalks and street lights.
Route 59 and I-90
Everyday arterials plus the Jane Addams Tollway toward O'Hare and downtown.
Entry-level to moderate
Condos price well below the detached homes, giving buyers options at different price points.
What’s close
Brookside sits in western Streamwood near the Bartlett Road and Bode Road corridor, with two nearby Metra stations and I-90 access to the north.
- Train
- Metra Milwaukee District West stations at Hanover Park and Bartlett, both running to Chicago Union Station.
- Highway
- Route 59 and Irving Park Road for daily errands, with I-90 to the north toward O'Hare and Schaumburg.
- Shopping
- Retail along Route 59, Irving Park Road, and Barrington Road, plus Woodfield-area shopping in Schaumburg.
- Hospital
- Ascension Saint Alexius Medical Center in Hoffman Estates, a short drive west and north.
- Schools
- Elgin Area School District U-46; mapping data points to Glenbrook Elementary, Canton Middle, and Streamwood High, so confirm by address.
- Recreation
- The Streamwood Park District operates dozens of parks plus a recreation center and aquatics nearby.
What it’s actually like to live here
Brookside offers the kind of settled, unflashy suburban living that defines much of west Streamwood. The single-family streets were laid out in the late 1970s and early 1980s, so the trees are mature, the lots are usable, and the layout favors quiet residential blocks over through-traffic. Families are drawn by the walk-to-park feel, sidewalks, and the mix of detached homes and more affordable condominiums, which makes the community a realistic entry point for first-time buyers, downsizers, and anyone who wants a yard without a new-construction price tag.
The location earns its keep on access. Two Metra Milwaukee District West stations, Hanover Park and Bartlett, put a one-seat ride to downtown Chicago within a short drive, Route 59 and Irving Park Road handle everyday errands, and I-90 opens up O'Hare, Schaumburg, and the wider job market. Retail, groceries, dining, and a full-service hospital are all a few minutes out rather than a project.
The honest tradeoffs are real. This is 1970s and 1980s housing stock, so many homes will show their age in kitchens, baths, windows, and mechanicals; budget for updates and inspect carefully. Cook County property taxes are meaningfully higher than the national norm, which affects monthly cost even when the price looks approachable. The condo and single-family sections differ a lot in what you own and pay for, so read the association documents closely before buying a unit, and confirm the assigned schools rather than assuming.
The questions buyers actually ask
Brookside FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping Brookside. If yours isn't here, text 224-385-8779, same-day reply.
- What does the HOA actually cover?
- There is no single blanket HOA over all of Brookside. The detached single-family homes generally carry little to no mandatory assessment, while the Brookside Condominiums section carries a monthly condo association fee that typically funds exterior and common-area maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, and shared amenities such as the pool and clubhouse. Reported condo assessments span a wide monthly range by unit and building. Request the specific association's current dues, budget, reserves, and rules for any given unit.
- What's the typical closing timeline?
- 30 to 60 days from accepted offer to keys. Cash deals can close in two weeks. Conventional financing is usually closer to 60.
- What kinds of homes are in Brookside?
- A mix of detached single-family homes, two-story and split-level, built in the late 1970s and early 1980s, plus a section of two- and three-bedroom condominiums. That range gives buyers options at different price points.
- What does homeownership cost here, and how is the market?
- It varies by home type and by month. The detached homes and the condos sit at very different price points. Rather than quote a figure that goes stale, check the live Market snapshot on this page for current pricing and activity.
- Is there an HOA?
- The detached homes generally have little or no mandatory HOA. The Brookside Condominiums section has a monthly condo association assessment that funds common-area upkeep and shared amenities. Always request the specific association's current dues, budget, and rules for the exact unit.
- Which schools serve Brookside?
- The area is in Elgin Area School District U-46. Mapping data points to Glenbrook Elementary, Canton Middle School, and Streamwood High School. Because boundaries are address-specific and can change, confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with U-46 before you rely on it.
- How is the commute to Chicago?
- Two Metra Milwaukee District West line stations, Hanover Park and Bartlett, are a short drive away and run to Union Station downtown. By car, Route 59 and Irving Park Road feed into I-90 for O'Hare and the northwest suburbs.
- How high are the property taxes?
- Expect a Cook County effective rate roughly in the 2.0 to 2.4 percent of market value range, above the national average. The actual bill depends on the specific parcel, its assessment, and exemptions, so verify by PIN with the Cook County Treasurer and Assessor.
- Who is the real estate agent for Brookside?
- Joe Keegan is the local licensed Illinois real estate broker who covers Brookside in Streamwood, IL through Subdiview, a neighborhood-first home search for the Chicago suburbs and collar counties. Joe prices and negotiates from the live MRED sold comps for Brookside specifically, not national averages, and can help you buy or sell here. Reach Joe at 224-385-8779 or joe@joekeeganhomes.com.
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Joe knows Brookside
Most agents will list anything. I focus on the places I actually know, and the things that move value here don't show up in the MLS write-up: which streets and buildings hold demand, what the HOA or assessments really cover, how the comps read once you account for condition and location, and where buyers consistently want to be.
When you're ready to tour or list, you want someone who has read the last 50 closed comps in this specific market, not a national average, and can tell you what they actually mean for your price. That's how I work. Text or call any time, and I'll give you a real take, not a brochure.
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Market snapshot
Brookside, by the numbers
Live MRED data, refreshed daily. The numbers below tell you what this market is doing today, not what Zillow's algorithm thinks it might be doing six weeks from now.
Typical list price
$399,900
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$219,500
Avg time on market
9 days
Sold in the last year
5
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC for the period August 6, 2025 through August 6, 2026. Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC does not guarantee nor is it in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
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