Chicago's Southwest Side
Real Estate Agents for Beverly and Mount Greenwood, Based on 103rd Street
Our office sits at 2010 W 103rd St., and we know the blocks of 60643 and 60655, from the Longwood Drive ridge to the 111th Street shops. Dorazio Real Estate is a veteran-owned brokerage that helps buyers, sellers, and investors here.
Living in Beverly and Mount Greenwood
Living in Beverly and Mount Greenwood
If you have spent time in Beverly and Mount Greenwood, you know what sets them apart from the rest of Chicago's South Side. Dorazio Real Estate is based in Beverly, and this is the community we call home.
Beverly sits in the far Southwest corner of the city, with Evergreen Park to the west, Morgan Park to the south, and I-57 to the east. It feels like a small town inside a major city. The streets are wide and tree-lined, the homes have architectural character, and neighbors know each other.
Beverly
You will find Chicago bungalows and Prairie-style homes spread across the 95th and 103rd Street corridors. Beverly Hills, the elevated ridge that runs through the neighborhood, holds some of the most distinctive residential architecture in the city, and the Longwood Drive district on that ridge is a Chicago Landmark. Homes here were built to last, and many have been maintained or updated over the decades.
Mount Greenwood
Mount Greenwood, to the southwest, shares that character. It has long been a neighborhood of city employees, first responders, police officers, and firefighters, and homeownership rates are high. The 111th Street commercial strip runs through the heart of the neighborhood with local restaurants, bars, and shops.
Both neighborhoods sit in ZIP codes 60643 and 60655. Beverly falls in 60643 and Mount Greenwood in 60655, so confirm the ZIP for any address near a neighborhood border when you search listings.
Trains, parks, and errands
Getting around and day-to-day life
Expect a longer commute downtown than from Lincoln Park or Wicker Park, or from some suburbs with faster access. The Metra Rock Island District serves the area. Beverly has stations at 91st, 95th, 99th, 103rd, and 107th Streets, and the 111th Street station sits one stop south in Morgan Park. Mount Greenwood residents use the 103rd and 107th Street stations in Beverly or the 111th Street station. Drive the route to the platform and check the parking rules before you count a station as convenient.
The Beverly Arts Center at 2407 W 111th St. offers classes and exhibitions, and the South Side Irish Parade takes place each March. Beverly Park and Ridge Park in Beverly and Mount Greenwood Park on 111th Street give residents green space inside the city limits.
For everyday needs, both neighborhoods have shops and restaurants close to home, with shops along 95th Street and 111th Street. Evergreen Park and Oak Lawn put more retail a short drive away.
What we see on these blocks
The Beverly and Mount Greenwood housing market
The market here holds steadier than in the trendier North Side neighborhoods. Buyers in Beverly and Mount Greenwood want a place to put down roots, and the homeownership rates reflect that.
Single-family homes dominate, with bungalows and larger frame homes in a range of sizes. Most Beverly houses went up before 1969, so plan an inspection around age and systems. Compare houses from the same blocks before you decide what the ZIP code should cost.
Multi-family properties come up too. Investors look at them for rental demand from city employees and from families who want neighborhood quality without North Side prices.
Public and private options
Schools in Beverly and Mount Greenwood
Chicago Public Schools serve both neighborhoods. Beverly has neighborhood elementary schools including Sutherland, Barnard, and Kellogg, plus Vanderpoel Magnet Elementary. In Mount Greenwood, buyers ask about Mount Greenwood Elementary and the Keller Regional Gifted Center. CPS sets attendance by address, so confirm the assigned school with CPS before a buyer writes an offer or a seller names a school in the marketing.
Many families look at private or Catholic high schools. Brother Rice (boys), Mother McAuley (girls), and Marist are all close by. If your child is nearing high school age, add tuition to your housing budget before you choose a price range.
For veterans and military families
Buying in Beverly and Mount Greenwood with a VA loan
Dorazio Real Estate is veteran-owned, and our managing broker is a former U.S. Army officer and West Point graduate. Our office sits at 2010 W 103rd St. in Beverly.
Most Beverly houses were built before 1969, and a VA appraiser looks at condition. Peeling paint, missing handrails, roof problems, and deferred maintenance can slow a VA appraisal. We flag those items during the search, while you still have room to structure the offer.
A VA loan can also buy a two- to four-unit building, as long as you live in one of the units. Two- and three-flats exist in both neighborhoods, so a VA buyer can live in one unit and rent the others.
Illinois offers property tax exemptions for veterans with a service-connected disability. Beverly and Mount Greenwood sit in Cook County, so you apply through the Cook County Assessor's Office.
For investors
Buying a Beverly or Mount Greenwood rental or multifamily property
Two- and three-flats are less common here than in denser Chicago neighborhoods, so a good one draws attention. Before you write an offer, compare the rent for similar units nearby with the tax bill, insurance, and a repair reserve for the roof, mechanicals, and porches. If the property has an association, read its leasing rules first.
For a building with two or more units, our multifamily investment analysis covers the rent roll, operating expenses, cash flow, financing scenarios, and value-add potential before you commit. Our managing broker is an active investor.
For sellers
Selling a Beverly or Mount Greenwood home
Buyers in these neighborhoods know the area. Many live here already or arrive through a neighbor's referral. Price the house against the sales from the same blocks and present it well, since those buyers will compare it with homes they have toured.
Start with a free comparative market analysis for your address. When you list, we can add a measured 2D or 3D floor plan, and our photo prep guide walks you through getting each room ready.
Comparing towns
Nearby areas we serve
Our Beverly and Mount Greenwood clients also look at Evergreen Park and Oak Lawn, where more shopping sits a short drive away. Some add Alsip or Blue Island to the same search.
Questions people ask
Beverly and Mount Greenwood real estate questions
What are the ZIP codes for Beverly and Mount Greenwood in Chicago?
Beverly falls in 60643, and Mount Greenwood falls in 60655. Some properties near the neighborhood borders touch adjacent ZIP codes, so confirm the exact address when you search listings.
Is Beverly a good place to buy a home in Chicago?
Buyers choose Beverly for its tree-lined streets, its mix of bungalows and larger Prairie-style homes, and the Metra Rock Island stations inside the neighborhood. The commute downtown runs longer than from closer-in neighborhoods, so ride the train or drive the route before you decide.
What types of homes are most common in Beverly and Mount Greenwood?
Single-family homes dominate, from Chicago bungalows to larger Prairie-style homes, with many along the Beverly Hills ridge. Two- and three-flats also exist, though they are less common than in denser Chicago neighborhoods.
How do I get from Beverly to downtown Chicago?
The Metra Rock Island District has stations at 91st, 95th, 99th, 103rd, and 107th Streets in Beverly, with 111th Street one stop south in Morgan Park. Driving downtown at rush hour takes longer, so many commuters use the train. Check the current schedule for the station you plan to use.
Are there good schools in Beverly and Mount Greenwood?
Chicago Public Schools serve both neighborhoods, including Mount Greenwood Elementary and the Keller Regional Gifted Center. For high school, many families choose nearby Catholic or private schools such as Brother Rice, Mother McAuley, or Marist. Confirm the assigned public school for each address with CPS.
Does Dorazio Real Estate help investors looking at Beverly and Mount Greenwood?
Yes. Our managing broker is an active real estate investor, and we have worked with buyers acquiring multi-family and investment properties on the South Side. If you are weighing a property for rental income or long-term appreciation, we can help you run the numbers and assess the opportunity.
What should veterans know before buying in Beverly and Mount Greenwood?
Review condition before you get attached to a house. Most Beverly houses were built before 1969, and peeling paint, missing handrails, roof problems, and deferred maintenance can affect a VA appraisal. Dorazio Real Estate is veteran-owned, and we flag those items during the search, while you still have room to structure the offer.
Can I buy a multifamily property in Beverly or Mount Greenwood with a VA loan?
Yes. A VA loan can buy a building with two to four units as long as you live in one of them. Compare the rent from the other units with the taxes, insurance, and repair costs before you write the offer, and check the zoning and permits for each unit.
Start with a conversation
Ready to talk Beverly and Mount Greenwood real estate?
If you are buying, move with an agent who already knows the inventory and personality of these neighborhoods. If you are selling, hire someone who can price your home with solid market knowledge and reach the buyers who are searching 60643 and 60655. Either way, the first step is a conversation.
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