Why Live in Saint Pat's
Saint Pat's in Joliet, IL, is a historic neighborhood featuring homes dating back to the early 1900s, including Chicago-style bungalows and renovated Victorian, Colonial, and Craftsman houses. The area is characterized by its old-growth trees, gardens, and wrought iron railings. Single-family homes range from $100,000 to $365,000, while duplexes and multifamily units are priced between $190,000 and $270,000. Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, with its veteran's memorial and riverside trail, and Mayor Art Schultz Park, offering playgrounds and ball fields, are key recreational spots. The Illinois and Michigan Canal Trail, a 96-mile route for cyclists, is a mile south on Brandon Road. Downtown Joliet, 2 miles east, features shops, eateries, and the Rialto Square Theater, known for its summer concerts. Local favorites include Home Cut Donuts and various international eateries on Jefferson Street. Annual events like Concerts on the Hill and the Taste of Joliet music festival draw residents together. While Pace Suburban bus stops are available, most residents rely on cars. Ascension Saint Joseph – Joliet hospital and Harrah’s Casino are significant local employers. Chicago is a 41-mile drive via Interstate 55, with Chicago Midway International Airport 30 miles away. The Joliet Metra offers an hour-long commute to Chicago. Schools in the area, part of Joliet Public School District 86, include Pershing Elementary and Joliet Central High School, the latter offering 22 Advanced Placement courses and dual credit programs through Joliet Junior College.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saint Pat's a good place to live?
Saint Pat's is a good place to live. Saint Pat's is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Saint Pat's has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.4 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $64,283 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Saint Pat's are renters, with 56.6% of residents renting and 43.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Saint Pat's can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Saint Pat's neighborhood guide.
Is Saint Pat's, IL a safe neighborhood?
Saint Pat's, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Saint Pat's?
The median home price in Saint Pat's is $599,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $120,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,110 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $133K a year to afford the median home price in Saint Pat's. The average household income in Saint Pat's is $64K.
What are the best public schools in Saint Pat's?
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What are the best private schools in Saint Pat's?
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Are home prices dropping in Saint Pat's?
Yes, home prices in Saint Pat's are down 73% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Saint Pat's, IL
On average, homes in Saint Pat's, Joliet sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Saint Pat's, Joliet over the last 12 months is $689,900, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$689,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$549,700
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$599,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%