Norridge, IL Homes for Sale & Real Estate

Norridge, Illinois, is a small village in Cook County, just 15 miles northwest of Chicago’s Loop, often called an "Island Within a City" due to its enclave status alongside Harwood Heights within Chicago’s borders. Incorporated in 1948 to resist annexation by Chicago, Norridge has grown from its early days as “Goat Village” and “Swamp” into a tight-knit suburban community with a population of 15,251 as of the 2020 census. Spanning 1.81 square miles, it features well-maintained neighborhoods, the bustling Harlem Irving Plaza shopping center, and access to quality schools like Pennoyer and Ridgewood High. With a median household income of $87,579 and a diverse economy led by manufacturing, healthcare, and construction, Norridge blends small-town charm with urban convenience, supported by Lake Michigan water and robust village services.