Why Live in Northeast Lemont
Northeast Lemont combines contemporary suburban living with a village charm, situated close to downtown Lemont. Residents enjoy proximity to independent shops, local bars, and the Metra train station, while quiet residential streets offer a peaceful home life. The neighborhood features a mix of historical turn-of-the-century homes near the city center and more recent homes from the 1970s to the 2000s, including single-family houses, townhomes, and condos. Schools in the area are highly rated, with River Valley School, Old Quarry Middle School, and Lemont High School all receiving strong marks. For things to do, Northview Park provides casual leisure activities, including basketball, workout sessions, and a splash pad, while The Forge Adventure Park & Ziplines offers rock climbing, ropes courses, and kayaking. Main Street and State Street are hubs for local businesses, with unique shops like B-Side Records and Three Stories Books, and dining options such as Wooden Paddle and Barrel & Vine. The area is safer than the national average, and residents have access to healthcare at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook, 9 miles away. Chicago Midway International Airport is 22 miles away, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 29 miles away. Public transit includes the Pace Dial-a-Ride service, and dedicated bike lanes are available on McCarthy Road.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northeast Lemont a good place to live?
Northeast Lemont is a good place to live. Northeast Lemont is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Northeast Lemont is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Northeast Lemont has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.6 people per acre and a median age of 51. The average household income is $128,530 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 47.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Northeast Lemont are home owners, with 43.7% of residents renting and 56.3% of residents owning their home. A
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Is Northeast Lemont, IL a safe neighborhood?
Northeast Lemont, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Northeast Lemont?
The median home price in Northeast Lemont is $314,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $62,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,630 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $70K a year to afford the median home price in Northeast Lemont. The average household income in Northeast Lemont is $129K.
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Home Trends in Northeast Lemont, IL
On average, homes in Northeast Lemont, Lemont sell after 107 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northeast Lemont, Lemont over the last 12 months is $470,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$470,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$374,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$284,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$470,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$314,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
15%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%