Streamwood · Cook County · IL
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Fair Oaks.
- Active listings
- 0
- Median list
- $350K
- Avg time on market
- 6 days
- Sold · last year
- 5
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About the community
An established mid-century neighborhood on Streamwood's east side.
Fair Oaks is one of Streamwood's older residential pockets, on the east side of the village generally south of Schaumburg Road and west of Bartlett Road in ZIP 60107. The homes were built largely from the late 1950s through the early 1970s, so the character is classic mid-century suburban: gently curving streets, mature trees, real yards, and a strong mix of ranches alongside split-levels and two-story models. It reads as a lived-in, owner-occupant neighborhood rather than a manicured master plan, and it draws first-time buyers and downsizers who want value and space. There is no mandatory homeowners association, and day-to-day recreation comes from the Streamwood Park District.
At a glance
Mid-century single-family
Ranches, split-levels, and two-story homes built roughly 1959 to 1973, many with basements.
Mature, tree-lined streets
Curving streets and established yards on the east side of Streamwood.
No mandatory HOA
No documented homeowners association, so no monthly HOA dues to expect. Confirm on the specific home.
Elgin U-46 schools
In Elgin Area School District U-46. Confirm the assigned schools by address.
Streamwood Park District
Access to a large park system, the Park Place recreation center, trails, and a splash pad nearby.
Metra MD-W nearby
Milwaukee District West service to Chicago Union Station from the nearby Bartlett and Hanover Park stations.
Route 59 and I-90
Route 59 and Route 19 are close, with I-90 a short drive north toward O'Hare and Chicago.
Attainable entry point
One of the more affordable ways into single-family ownership in northwest suburban Cook County.
What’s close
Fair Oaks sits on the east side of Streamwood, close to Route 59 and Route 19, with I-90 the main commuter route north via Route 59 or Barrington Road.
- Recreation
- The Streamwood Park District system, including the Park Place Family Recreation Center, parks, trails, and a splash pad.
- Shopping
- Retail and dining cluster along Route 59 and Barrington Road, a short drive from the neighborhood.
- Hospital
- Ascension Saint Alexius Medical Center in neighboring Hoffman Estates. Confirm current drive time.
- Highway
- Route 59 and Route 19 nearby, with I-90 (Jane Addams Tollway) a short drive north toward O'Hare and downtown Chicago.
- Schools
- Elgin Area School District U-46. The commonly cited path is Hanover Countryside Elementary, Canton Middle School, then Streamwood High School. Confirm by address.
- Train
- Metra Milwaukee District West line to Chicago Union Station from the nearby Bartlett and Hanover Park stations.
What it’s actually like to live here
Fair Oaks offers the kind of settled, unpretentious suburban living that mid-century Streamwood does well. The streets are quiet and tree-lined, the homes were built for families, and the Streamwood Park District puts parks, trails, and a recreation center within easy reach. For buyers who want a real yard, a single-level ranch option, and a location that still connects quickly to I-90, Route 59, and Metra, the neighborhood is a practical fit.
The honest tradeoffs are the ones common to older Cook County subdivisions. Homes here are decades old, so buyers should budget for updates: roofs, mechanicals, windows, kitchens, and baths may be original or only partly updated, and an inspection matters. Cook County's property tax burden is real and should be weighed against the lower entry price, since the effective rate runs meaningfully higher than some collar-county alternatives.
That said, the combination of attainable pricing, mature surroundings, strong park access, and genuine commuter connectivity keeps demand steady, and well-updated ranches tend to draw interest quickly. For a buyer willing to do some modernizing, Fair Oaks can deliver more house and yard for the money than newer, HOA-governed subdivisions nearby.
The questions buyers actually ask
Fair Oaks FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping Fair Oaks. If yours isn't here, text 224-385-8779, same-day reply.
- What are property taxes like?
- Roughly $6,000 – $9,000 per year, depending on home size and value. Cook County assessor records are the source of truth. Happy to pull a specific bill on any home you're considering.
- 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.
- Where exactly is Fair Oaks in Streamwood?
- It is on the east side of the village, generally south of Schaumburg Road and west of Bartlett Road, in ZIP 60107, within Cook County.
- What kind of homes are in Fair Oaks?
- Mostly single-family homes from the late 1950s through the early 1970s, with a lot of mid-century ranches plus split-levels and two-story models, many with basements. Sizes generally run from roughly 1,000 to 2,500 square feet.
- Is there an HOA?
- There is no documented mandatory homeowners association, so you should not expect monthly HOA dues. Services come from the Village of Streamwood and the Streamwood Park District. Confirm on any specific property through the seller disclosure and title work.
- What schools serve the neighborhood?
- Fair Oaks is in Elgin Area School District U-46. The commonly cited path is Hanover Countryside Elementary, then Canton Middle School, then Streamwood High School. Assignments can vary block to block, so confirm the boundary for a specific address using the U-46 School Locator.
- How is the commute?
- Route 59 and Route 19 are close, I-90 is a short drive north via Route 59 or Barrington Road, and Metra's Milwaukee District West line runs to Chicago Union Station from the nearby Bartlett and Hanover Park stations.
- What do homes cost and how is the market right now?
- Pricing shifts with the market, so rather than quote a number that goes stale, check the live Market snapshot tiles on this page for the current median price, days on market, and active listings in Fair Oaks.
- Who is the real estate agent for Fair Oaks?
- Joe Keegan is the local licensed Illinois real estate broker who covers Fair Oaks 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 Fair Oaks specifically, not national averages, and can help you buy or sell here. Reach Joe at 224-385-8779 or joe@joekeeganhomes.com.
Your local agent
Joe knows Fair Oaks
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.
- Licensed Illinois broker
- Comp-driven pricing
- Streamwood specialist
- Honest local market take
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Market snapshot
Fair Oaks, 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
$349,900
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$350,000
Avg time on market
6 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 4, 2025 through August 4, 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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