Southside Joliet Homes for Rent

Southside Joliet is a walkable neighborhood bordering the Des Plaines River, an active downtown district, and Interstate-80. The area is known for its affordability, with average home prices around $130,000, significantly lower than the Illinois state average. Housing options include two and three-bedroom Chicago-style bungalows and modest farmhouses, with contemporary and established homes on quarter-acre lots. The neighborhood features Varnado Park, offering open fields and a baseball diamond, while the nearby Rock Run Forest Preserve provides hiking and cross-country skiing trails. West Park, a short drive away, includes a tennis court, playground, walking trail, and disc golf course. Southside Joliet is served by Joliet West High School, which is highly rated and offers a variety of extracurricular activities. Local amenities include the Jewel-Osco grocery store and North Ridge Plaza Shopping Center. Dining options within a 2-mile radius feature Louie’s Waffle House and Chicago Street Pub. The neighborhood's proximity to Interstate-80 and Route 52 facilitates travel to nearby towns and downtown Chicago, which is 45 miles away. The Joliet Metra station provides additional commuting options.