Why Live in Willowbrook
Willowbrook, located in Burr Ridge, offers a more affordable living option compared to neighboring DuPage County suburbs, with a median home price around $308,000 for condos and townhouses, and $450,000 for single-family homes. The village stands out for its lack of a property tax levy, making it financially attractive. The Willowbrook Parks Department oversees 10 parks, with significant updates planned, including a new playground and ADA-compliant trails at Creekside Park by 2025. Indoor recreation is available at Midtown Athletic Club and Willowbrook Ice Arena, while Ruth Lake Country Club in nearby Hinsdale offers a private 18-hole golf course. Shopping and dining are concentrated along Kingery Highway, with highlights like the historic Dell Rhea’s Chicken Basket. Community events such as Neighborhood Nights and the Mug Run foster a sense of local engagement. Willowbrook is well-connected, with Interstate 55 providing access to Chicago, and Chicago Midway International Airport and Chicago O’Hare both within 20 miles. The village is also near Metra’s West Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills stations. Schools in Willowbrook include the highly rated Gower West Elementary, Gower Middle School, and Hinsdale South High School, which offers extensive extracurricular activities and a specialized Deaf and Hard of Hearing program.
Home Trends in Willowbrook, IL
On average, homes in Willowbrook, Burr Ridge sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Willowbrook, Burr Ridge over the last 12 months is $786,500, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$786,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,100,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$276,807
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
62
Median List Price
$835,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%