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About Northfield, IL

Northfield is an upscale North Shore village known for its beautiful homes, excellent schools, and proximity to nature preserves. This affluent community offers luxury housing, top-rated education, and easy access to Chicago while maintaining a small-town feel.

Community at a Glance

Population

5,420

Median Household Income

$168,250

Median Age

46.8

Total Area

3.6 sq mi

Schools

elementary schools

Sunset Ridge SD 29

middle schools

Sunset Ridge SD 29

unified schools

New Trier Twp HSD 203

unified schools

Sunset Ridge SD 29

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Amenities & Lifestyle

Parks & Nature

  • Harms Woods Forest Preserve
  • Skokie Lagoons
  • North Branch Trail — Northfield Segment
  • Northfield Park
  • Meadowbrook Park

Shopping

  • Sunset Foods — Northfield
  • Northfield Village Center
  • Wine & Spirits of Northfield
  • Northfield Pharmacy

Arts & Culture

  • Northfield Public Library
  • Northfield Historical Society
  • St. Norbert Parish Cultural & Community Events
  • Northfield Village Hall & Civic Center
  • Sunset Foods Public Art & Village Murals

Fitness & Wellness

  • Northfield Park District — Recreation Programs
  • Anytime Fitness — Northfield
  • North Shore Yoga

Restaurants

  • Northfield Restaurant & Lounge
  • Pita Inn
  • Kafenio Greek Kitchen
  • Sunset Foods Café
  • Baja Fish Tacos

Coffee

  • Northfield Roast Coffee House
  • Sunset Foods Coffee Bar

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