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A conveniently located west Chicago suburb
During the Apollo 17 mission, Eugene Cernan became the 11th human in history to walk on the moon – and as of 2023, he’s been the last person to walk on it since. Eugene came from a small village just 14 miles west of Chicago – Bellwood, a residential area with a hushed atmosphere and united community. Locals organize community-wide events that contribute to the area’s know-your-neighbor vibe, while proximity to Interstate 290 allows for a quick 15-minute drive to downtown Chicago.
The Bellwood city hall and fire station are helpful and serve the community.
The Center in Bellwood is a great community center that has exercise equipment for everyone.
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Brick bungalows and well-maintained lawns
The village's architectural scene is comprised of Chicago-style bungalows and brick ranch-style homes, alongside two-story Georgian-inspired homes. Spacious yard lots are common, and connecting sidewalks make for easier walkability. Many stand-alone homes were built in the mid-to-late 1900s and are seeing interior renovation while retaining exterior architecture to stand out in the housing market. Walking along the community's tree-shaded sidewalks will take folks past well-maintained front yards, many of which are adorned with foliage and small flower gardens in the warmer months. The average home price here is $230,000, making it more affordable compared to surrounding communities like Melrose Park and Hillside. Investors will find the occasional 1,000-square-foot fixer-upper for $160,000, while the higher end of the market features 2,000 square-foot five-bedroom homes for $300,000.
A row of homes that display the popular home styles in Bellwood.
A row of beautiful homes displaying some popular styles of homes in Bellwood.
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Bellwood public schools
Students of Bellwood are served by Bellwood School District 88 and Proviso Township High School District 209, and each of the village’s designated schools earning overall Niche grades between C-minus and C-plus. McKinley Elementary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12-1 and earns a B-plus rating on its teachers. Roosevelt Middle School serves 750 learners and has over 20 extracurricular activities for students to consider. Older children can head just southwest of Bellwood to Proviso West High School, home of the Panthers. The high school hosts Career and Technical Education programs in areas like engineering technology, early childhood education and criminal justice. The Bellwood Public Library is also a great resource for finding community programs and meeting others, as they offer free activities like art classes and yoga sessions at the building.
Provisio High School Sign
Bellwood Public Library
McKinley Elementary Pylon
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Shops and eateries on Mannheim
Along Mannheim Road, residents can find large chain retailers such as Target and ALDI, interspersed with local businesses and restaurants. As you go down Mannheim, stop at Stacy’s Café for a prime cut of steak and a warm atmosphere, or take a slight detour to Bellwood Avenue and visit Montego Bay Restaurant & Grill for authentic Jamaican jerk chicken and oxtail.
Stacy's Cafe
Montego Bay
Aldi in Bellwood
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Get active at Memorial Park
At Memorial Park, local leagues can be found playing on the baseball diamonds and stepping inside the Center at Stevenson will take locals to an indoor gym and running track. The space is also home to a fishing pond, basketball courts and a playground. The Memorial Park District partners with other parks and recreational areas to create programs for its residents, such as summer camps, dance lessons, and night out events for adults.
Memorial Park Baseball Field
The Pond Memorial Park
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Head into Chicago
For those who commute into the city for work, the Bellwood Metra station is on Erie Street and can take locals 25-minutes east to the Ogilvie Transportation Center, or folks can take the 15-minute drive into town via I-290.
Getting to Chicago is a breeze with you take the Metra from the Bellwood stop.
Bellwood is a little bit of community near the big city of Chicago.
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Written By
Hannah Rainey
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On average, homes in Bellwood, IL sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bellwood, IL over the last 12 months is $252,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Located in the heart of Bellwood, this spacious, all brick split level style is a home that offers an expansive floor plan with tremendous upside. The home needs limited updates and can be a great rental property or can be a phenomenal home to do some updates and add value to, either way this home is a win win situation! AS you walk into the large living room you will appreciate the open feel
Welcome to 524 Eastern Ave, a charming and practical 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-story home nestled in Bellwood. This one-story layout offers easy living with a bright living room, cozy kitchen, and three comfortable bedrooms, all on the main level. The unfinished basement provides excellent potential for future expansion. Perfect for a rec room, home office, or extra storage. Enjoy the private
Lovely property with great curb appeal. Tastefully remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops and new/newer slate grey appliances. Newer windows throughout including garage windows. Newly refinished hardwood flooring! Freshly painted. This clean, well kept home has only had two owners and has a warm, inviting feeling. Beautiful, large fenced yard to 2 car garage with a MY-Q video monerting system
Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a mandatory $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; a $11 monthly utility management fee; fees for amenities like smart home or internet service; and optional conditional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99), pet fees/rent, or pool
WELL KEPT LOVELY BRICK HOME WITH DETACHED GARAGE AND FENCED IN BACKYARD. HOME OFFERS HARDWOOD FLOORS, UPDATED KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES THAT INCLUDES A DISHWASHER AND PLENTY CABINET SPACE. FINISHED BASEMENT INCLUDES AMPLE LIVING SPACE WITH WASHER/DRYER AND FULL BATHROOM. APPLICATION FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. EVERYONE OVER THE AGE OF 18 RESIDING IN THE HOME MUST
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