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A Southland Home Rule Community
The Village of Alsip, part of the Southland suburbs, is about 20 miles from downtown Chicago. With its matter-of-fact slogan, "A Great Place to Live," Alsip is a comfortable environment.
One of 200 Home Rule communities in the state, the village has a mayor and other elected officials working with commissions dedicated to maintaining a strong community. Departments include fire, police, health and emergency preparedness.
Alsip residents are never far from expansive nature preserves and convenient amenities.
Alsip is a scenic location with numerous shops and restaurants.
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Built on brickworks like Alsip Co.
There's a lot of industry in action, from a Coca-Cola bottling plant to the headquarters for Griffith Foods. The village's history is connected to manufacturing; it became a base for Illinois brick production after the Alsip Brick Company was founded in 1885. By then, the Chicago River's clay had been used in brick manufacturing for decades. Brick is a hallmark of Chicago architecture, as fireproofing the city was paramount, especially following the Great Fire of 1871. "Alsip's history is deeply cherished by its residents, fostering a strong sense of pride and community spirit," says Minerva Reynolds, a broker associate with Equity Premier Real Estate.
Today, the community is fully embracing modern life: it even has its own app. Reynolds, an RES-NET REO certified agent, says, "Alsip has a combination of suburban charm and urban convenience."
Midcentury styles east of Cicero
Given the village's history, it's no surprise that many houses are brick. "Prospective homeowners can explore various housing styles, from affordable ranch-style homes to modern constructions, catering to various budgets and preferences," Reynolds says. East of Cicero Avenue, there are mainly midcentury styles in older, planned communities. Later builds, like split-levels, are more common on the west side. Multiunit buildings, including townhouses and renovated condominium complexes, are also common.
Home price samplings go from under $125,000 for a two-bedroom of 1,300 square feet or less to over $500,000 for a four-bedroom of up to 2,800 square feet. Most are in the $240,000 to $320,000 range.
Home buyers in Alsip are greeted with two-bedroom split-levels with yards.
Alsip features many ranch-style homes.
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Swap-O-Rama, dining delights
Various retail areas are close to home, from strip malls to Swap-O-Rama Flea Market, with hundreds of vendors and an average of 18,000 weekend visitors. Options for groceries include Food4Less and Jewel-Osco.
There's fast food, an assortment of Mexican restaurants, and specialty spots like Golden Bear Pancake & Crepery. Pappas Restaurant is on point for hearty entrées, and the sports bar atmosphere is in effect at the Village Sportsmen's Club and Deuces.
Swap-O-Rama Flea Market is open Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Residents have flocked to Golden Bear Pancake and Crepery for over 15 years.
Burrito Jalisco has been serving the residents of Alsip since 1997.
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Lumberjacks at Fall Flannel Fest
Community events include movie nights held at Apollo Park in the summer and Sears Park in the fall and winter. There's an Easter egg hunt, the Chamber of Commerce Community Expo and Craft Fair and the All Hallows' Eve carnival. Fall Flannel Fest features live music, hayrides and the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack show.
Hazelgreen, Hamlin, a high school district
Public schools include Hazelgreen Elementary, where kids take part in activities like mural painting, crypto club and Science Olympiad. At the next levels, there's middle school Hamlin Upper Grade Center and Dwight D. Eisenhower High School. Those three schools have B-minus grades from Niche. Eisenhower is part of the Community High School District 218, which also includes A.B. Shepard High, with an A-minus, and Harold L. Richards, with a B-plus.
Hazelgreen Elementary school is an above average, public school located in Alsip, IL.
Hamlin Upper Grade Center hold an overall B- grade from Niche.
Educational opportunities abound at Dwight D. Eisenhower High School.
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Park fun, Fountain Hill Golf Club
"Families find Alsip particularly appealing, thanks to its numerous well-maintained parks and recreational facilities, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities and a vibrant community atmosphere," Reynolds says. Sprayfair Aquatic Park, a seasonal facility, has pools, a splash pad and a playground, and residents pay discount admission.
Fountain Hills Golf Club, a public facility operated by the park district, has been rated as one of Chicagoland's top nine-hole courses. "A lot of people say we are the South Side's secret," says Danielle Companio, the food and beverage manager for Fountain Hills. "Not many know we're open year-round and have a full-service bar and restaurant." Diners at the BackNine enjoy views of the course and driving range. The club received "best golf course" and "best burger" designations in the Chicago Tribune's Daily Southtown 2023 "Best of Chicago's Southland." Companio says their banquet facility accommodates up to 100 guests.
"Everything here is family-orientated," Companio says. "Commissioners Park is a beautiful park across the street. People are just out there, enjoying the day: walking, exercising and playing sports,"
Fountain Hills Golf Club has been rated as one of Chicagoland's best.
Fountain Hills Golf Club is a top-rated nine-hole golf course located in Alsip.
On hot summer days, cool off in the spash zone at The Aquatic Park.
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The L, Chicago Ridge Metra and more
Chicago Transit Authority buses are available, and it's about 9 miles to the Midway Orange Line Station at Midway International Airport. There, commuters can get on the L and head to the downtown loop. It's about 30 miles from Alsip to O'Hare International Airport.
The Metra's SouthWest Service line can be accessed from Chicago Ridge Station, about 5 miles away. It's four stops from Chicago Ridge to Union Station when traveling northeast. In the other direction, Manhattan is the end of the line. Major roads are State route 50 and interstates 57 and 294, which is the southern section of the Tri-State Tollway.
Alsip residents can take the Metra from nearby Tinley Park for quick access to downtown Chicago.
Alsip, founded in the 1830s, has a population of 19,063.
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