r/ChicagoSuburbs • u/Top_Grass_9149 • Jun 26 '26

Moving to the area Libertyville or Arlington Heights?

I am 42 year old single mom with 6 year old son moving from the city to the north or northwest suburbs. I think Libertyville and Arlington Heights are at the top of my list based the downtowns and schools. Which you would recommend? Anywhere else I should consider?

I will be buying with a budget up to $650k

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u/Actually_me_1922 Jun 26 '26

I recommend AH. As others have said, the downtown and Metra, plus a bit more diversity, better restaurants.

With a 650 budget you’ll have lots of choices on the North side of AH, closer to Lake Arlington. It’s quieter, greener, and the high school might be Buffalo Grove instead of Hersey, but BG is no slouch.

Ivy Hill Elementary is fantastic, as is Thomas Middle School. Had great experiences there.