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Beecher is a quiet village in a rural area south of Chicago
The Village of Beecher is about 40 miles south of Chicago and 5 miles west of the Indiana state line. There's an older section of the village where streets have a small-town character with neatly placed lots, sidewalks and plenty of shade trees. Beecher is a "Tree City USA," as designated by the Arbor Day Foundation. According to U.S. Census estimates, Beecher's population is about 4,800. Suburban-style subdivisions are farther out, some with sidewalks, some without. There's open space and farmland on the outskirts too. "It's a very quiet area and definitely rural. You can drive 10 to 15 minutes without seeing a house, but you might see horses and cows," says Jorge Vigil, a Realtor with HomeSmart.
Beecher is a quiet village about 40 miles south of Chicago.
Beecher is a Tree City USA, designated by the Arbor Day Foundation.
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Farmhouses, ranch-style homes, contemporaries and townhomes
Among Beecher's oldest homes are early 1900s Dutch-style farmhouses and Craftsmans. Ranch-style homes, split-level, contemporaries were added throughout the 20th century, as Beecher is developed to the north and west. Most of the new subdivision construction is north of Church Road. Prices typically range from about $200,000 to $500,000. Townhomes, many of which date to the early 2000s, are about $175,000 to $350,000. "A lot of the comments that I received from people viewing in the area were that it's far from Chicago, but if the price is right, they are willing to move here," Vigil says.
Early 1900s Dutch‑style farmhouses still stand in Beecher.
Contemporary houses are common in neighborhoods north and west of Beecher.
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Over 150 years of history includes Germans, railroads and cattle
Beecher's early history is connected to settlers from New England, an influx of German immigrants and the addition of railroad service to Chicago in 1870. That same year, T. L. Miller, a land investor and cattle breeder, founded the village. He named it after Henry Ward Beecher, a 19th century orator, clergyman, abolitionist and the brother of Harriet Beecher Stowe, who wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin." The Beecher Historical Society meets monthly at the Depot Museum, which is adjacent to a park and the Beecher Veteran's Memorial. Southeast of central Beecher is the Beecher Mausoleum, a concrete and limestone structure on the National Register of Historic Places containing more than 200 crypts.
Beecher Historical Society meets monthly at the Depot Museum by the park.
Beecher Veterans Memorial sits beside the Depot Museum and park.
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Community parks, a golf course and village events
Recreational spaces in Beecher include the 9-acre Firemen's Park, which has a walking path, exercise stations, fields and a stage. The park is often used for events, such as the village's concert series, held monthly from June to September. The Beecher 4th of July Festival includes a parade, entertainment, a 5K race and a bean-bag tournament. Some community parks with playgrounds are within walking distance from homes in subdivisions such as Nantucket Cove, Prairie Park and Hunter's Chase. The Cardinal Creek Golf Club offers bookable tee times and membership options. The club's bar and grill serves lunch and various à la carte items.
The stage at Fireman's Park host live music events throughout the summer.
Beechers newest green addition; Praire Park is a great place to take your dog for a walk.
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Neighbors come together for a variety of activities in Beecher
The Kicking It Back Center is a non-profit organization offering classes in karate, tai chi for seniors and other social and educational programs. The Beecher Community Part-Time Players puts on several yearly performances and operates a summer theater camp for kids ages seven to 14.
Neighbors meet for ice cream and good conversation at Buddy's Diner
Sit‑N‑Bull Saloon hosts pool, bingo and a local bean bag league.
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Niche gives B-minus grades to public schools in the district
The Beecher School District 200U serves the area. Schools include Beecher Elementary, which earns a B-minus grade from Niche, as well as Beecher Junior High School and Beecher High School, which are both rated B-minuses. High school athletics include golf, baseball, cross country and volleyball. Students can participate in extracurricular groups such as Scholastic Bowl, a Spanish club and a math team.
Beecher Elementary School scores a B- on Niche and serves the entire city of Beecher.
Beecher High School is known for its sports programs and above average test scores.
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Places to shop and dine out along the Dixie Highway
State Route 1, also known as the Dixie Highway, is Beecher's commercial corridor. Businesses include a motorcycle shop, a florist, salons and Walt's Food Center. Princess Cafe serves fish, steak and chicken dinners and is housed in a former stagecoach tavern. Golden Brew and Creamery has coffee, ice cream and donuts. People visit Sit-N-Bull Saloon for pizza and burgers, as well as pool, bingo, a bean bag league and live music. About 10 miles north of Beecher, Chicago Heights has more supermarkets and stores off SR 1. About 17 miles away are Matteson and Schererville , towns with more in the big-box store category.
A popular Beecher coffee spot serves donuts and ice cream with espresso.
A local boutique adds shopping along Beecher’s Dixie Highway corridor.
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Trains, highway travel and the closest medical facilities
Passenger trains no longer run from the depot, but freight trains do pass through and may cause noise issues. In 2024, a special excursion, the Heartland of America Tour, brought a vintage Union Pacific steam locomotive past Beecher, where a throng of spectators waited by the tracks. For driving north or south, there's SR-1, which is perpendicular to Indiana Avenue. Alternative transportation includes Will-Ride, a Dial-A-Ride service available for seniors and residents with disabilities. Hospitals Franciscan Health Olympia Fields and Franciscan Health Dyer are both within 17 miles. It's about a 60-mile trip to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
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