Hickory Oaks
Suburban Neighborhood in Bolingbrook, Illinois
Will County 60490
New traditional homes and split levels built in the 1990s
Gently curved residential streets weave through this community, where late 20th-century single-family homes sit on lanes and cul-de-sacs. Most of the area’s properties were originally developed by local home builders Pasquinelli Homes in the mid-1990s and share a new traditional style. Shared elements include vinyl and brick exteriors, attached garages with driveways and faux exterior shutters. Ranch homes in the community usually use a split-level floorplan, sitting alongside two-story homes with vaulted ceilings. Prices typically range between $320,000 and $510,000.
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Fishing days at Century Park
Hickory Oaks residents aren’t far from several of Bolingbrook’s distinctive parks, giving residents accessible options for outdoor recreation. Champions Park offers spaces for basketball, soccer and baseball near the northeast end of the neighborhood. Folks may spot ducks or geese at Lilac Park’s picnic area and playground to the east. On the south end of the neighborhood, Century Park is situated between two ponds. Open fishing is allowed, making it a prime choice for lazy Sundays on the water. Additional green space is also available at Cider Creek Park. Golfers can hit the fairways at Naperbrook Golf Course and Bolingbrook Golf Club, two 18-hole courses each about 2 miles south of the neighborhood.
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Acclaimed education at Indian Prairie District schools
Public school students on the east side of Hickory Oaks are typically assigned to Valley View Community Unit School District 365U, which earns an A-minus overall on Niche. Kids west of Kings Road are zoned for Indian Prairie District 204, which scores an A-plus overall. Schools in the latter district include the A-plus-ranked Wayne Builta Elementary School. Crone Middle School earns an A grade. Neuqua Valley High School offers more than 40 Advanced Placement and honors courses for students to choose from. The school earns an A-plus grade on Niche.
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Aviation history, movies and mini golf in Bolingbrook
To the neighborhood’s east near Weber Road, the Illinois Aviation Museum sits on the grounds at Clow International Airport, a small general aviation airport. Guests can tour the museum’s collection of locally significant aircraft, train for their own pilot’s license or take a ride in a hot air balloon. Additional entertainment options closer to earth include Wilderness Falls, a mini-golf center with two courses wrapping around and under a 40-foot waterfall. Across the street, the Regal Bolingbrook cinema shows new mainstream movies and special event screenings.
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5 miles to Naperville and central Bolingbrook
Kings Road and West Boughton Road are the neighborhood’s primary roads, connecting the area to the rest of Bolingbrook and neighboring communities. Naperville is about 5 miles north of the neighborhood, while the village center is about 5 miles east of the neighborhood. Commuters traveling into Chicago can expect a 33-mile trip northeast; residents can take Interstate 55 to reach the city or head to the Romeoville Metra station, 9 miles southeast, to get there by train. For medical emergencies, UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook is 5 miles southeast of the neighborhood. Locals traveling beyond the Chicagoland area can catch flights from Chicago Midway International Airport, 26 miles northeast.Convenient shopping options near Boughton Road
Most of Hickory Oaks is residential, but residents can find a CVS Pharmacy at the center of the neighborhood for prescriptions, snacks and other essentials. Other stops near Boughton Road include Sesame Chinese Cuisine, a straightforward choice for Chinese takeout, and Bawarchi Express, which specializes in Indian fare for carry-out and delivery. Many of Hickory Oaks’ other convenient shopping and dining options are available 1 mile east along Weber Road. “It’s not far from the Bolingbrook plazas where you've got a lot of shops and restaurants,” Dickerson says. Mainstays for everyday goods include Meijer, Jewel-Osco and Target. Specialty big box stores are also nearby, with options like Hobby Lobby, Best Buy and The Home Depot for more particular needs.Restaurants in the area include a mix of familiar chain eateries and local stops. The Patio offers a menu of ribs, chicken and other American barbecue fare, while Los Comales Taqueria offers a comprehensive menu of tacos, burritos, tortas and other classic Mexican dishes. Locals can also dine at casual restaurants like Applebee’s and Olive Garden, or try breakfast and Asian-inspired, boba-style from CosMc’s, a drive-through specialty restaurant from McDonald’s.
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Written By
Tre Lyerly
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Donald Shedor
Donald Shedor
Shedor Realty Group
(708) 859-7260
88 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Oaks
$365,000 Price
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Holly Connors
Holly Connors
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(773) 985-2352
830 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Oaks
$390,000 Price
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Stephanie Herbert
Stephanie Herbert
McColly Real Estate
(708) 905-8276
117 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Oaks
$465,000 Price
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Joanne Rancich
Joanne Rancich
Weichert, Realtors - Homes by Presto
(630) 426-7949
80 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Oaks
$405,000 Price
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Ernestina Preciado
Ernestina Preciado
RE/MAX 10
(708) 998-4209
194 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Oaks
$407,025 Price
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Kimberly Zahand
Kimberly Zahand
Keller Williams North Shore West
(708) 859-7009
392 Total Sales
1 in Hickory Oaks
$327,500 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Knoch Knolls Park
- Disc Golf
- Kayak/Canoe
- Parking Lot
Weigand Riverfront Park
- Boating
- Fishing
- Trails
Timber Creek Park
- Basketball
- Playground
Riverbend Park
- Playground
Lilac Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Century Park, Bolingbrook Park District
- Lake
- Soccer
- Playground
Indian Chase Meadows Park
Du Page River Park
DuPage River Confluence Preserve
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hickory Oaks | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hickory Oaks Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hickory Oaks, Bolingbrook sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Hickory Oaks, Bolingbrook over the last 12 months is $440,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$449,000
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$442,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
243
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Months of Supply
2.80
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,443
Median Age
41
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$140,208
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$164,247
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
50.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
% Population in Labor Force
73.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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