Frankfort, IL Homes for Rent

Frankfort, Illinois, known as the “Jewel of the South Suburbs,” is a rapidly growing community located at the crossroads of U.S. Route 30 and U.S. Route 45, about 30 miles southwest of Chicago. Once a small railroad and farming town, it now has more than 20,000 residents, with many newer subdivisions sitting across from open farm fields, giving parts of the area a still-pastoral feel. The preserved historic downtown maintains consistent architecture, even in newer buildings, and is walkable with more than 50 businesses, including boutiques, salons, restaurants, coffee shops and bars. Local dining spots like Fat Rosie's Taco and Tequila Company, Francesca's Fortunato, Cultivate Community Table and Old Plank Trail Tavern are popular things to do, along with more shopping and dining along LaGrange Road (U.S. 45). Frankfort hosts major annual events such as the Frankfort Fall Festival and the Frankfort Bluegrass Festival, plus regular gatherings at Breidert Green like Fridays on the Green, Movies on the Green and Concerts on the Green. Families are served by highly rated Frankfort Community School District No. 157-C, which feeds into Lincoln-Way East High, one of Will County’s top high schools. Housing ranges from 1970s and 1980s split-level and ranch-style homes to large custom homes in subdivisions such as Butternut Creek Woods, Cardinal Lake and Stonebridge Valley. Outdoor recreation includes Prairie Park’s tallgrass prairie and pond, the 22-mile Old Plank Road Trail, and the members-only Prestwick Country Club golf course. Proximity to Interstate 80, 4 miles away, supports commuting, with Metra rail service available in neighboring Mokena and Chicago Midway International Airport just over 25 miles to the north.