A Parker is a unit of currency whose value is equal to the annual cost of sending a single child to Francis Parker School in Lincoln Park. The value of a Parker increases along with the age of the child – and the susceptibility of the parents to fund-raising and other appeals. At a minimum, a Parker ranges in value from $22K to $29K.
West of Skokie Rd (Rte 41) in Wilmette all of the north — south streets have names that begin with an L: Lacrosse, Lamon, Laporte, Lavergne, Lawler, Leclaire, Long, Leamington and Laramie.
This is an area that belies the North Shore’s reputation as a wealthy enclave. Homes are typically priced from the mid-$200s to the low $400s and include 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and a free-standing garage. The all-in costs of owning a home in this area can range from less than a Parker to well under two Parkers.
North of Wilmette Ave the area is served by Avoca School District 37. South of Wilmette Ave children attend Wilmette District 39 schools. The entire area is served by New Trier High School.
This part of West Wilmette has a diverse population, including a strong Asian presence.
Join me in the above video for a drive along Laramie Ave from Lake Ave to Glenview Rd. You can see more at YoChicago’s Guide to moving to Wilmette.