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West Pullman

West Pullman

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$169,994 Average Value
$133 Average Price per Sq Ft
67 Homes For Sale

West Pullman attracts investors and home renovators

Situated on the outskirts of Chicago's South Side, West Pullman is slowly reaching its full potential. The area is popular with investors and house flippers taking advantage of low housing costs and the number of homes in need of repairs. There are plenty of amenities for residents, including a state-of-the-art rec center. You can also walk to the grocery store, Metra stations and plenty of parks.

West Pullman has a variety of architecture styles throughout.
West Pullman has a variety of architecture styles throughout.
Hot tubs and water slides await guests in West Pullman's community center indoor pool.
Hot tubs and water slides await guests in West Pullman's community center indoor pool.
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Lower home prices on the South Side compared to North Side

Many homes here are older and not yet renovated, and investors have noticed the potential of flipping properties on this side of town. “Everyone wants to be in Logan Square and Lincoln Park, but even the run-down homes over there are so much higher,” says broker Duval Williams with @properties Commercial. “The houses that need work are still fairly cheap. You can still find homes that need a lot of work under $50,000.”

Renovated homes typically range from the low $100,000s and the upper $200,000s, and the median here is about $190,000, about the same as nearby communities like Pullman, Roseland and Calumet Park. However, it is about $100,000 cheaper than neighboring Morgan Park, located on the other side of the interstate, where homes are a bit bigger.

West Pullman offers a variety of single family homes with a variety of materials and colors.
West Pullman offers a variety of single family homes with a variety of materials and colors.
West Pullman has beautiful bungalows with covered porches.
West Pullman has beautiful bungalows with covered porches.
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West Pullman is mostly homeowners and older houses

Most properties in West Pullman are single-family homes. Historic Nationals, bungalows and the occasional ranch-style home line the streets. Every now and then, a block will have a brownstone three-flat available for the few renters here. Street parking isn’t really an issue, since most homes have detached garages in alleys behind the property.

You can find two-story single family homes in the West Pullman neighborhood.
You can find two-story single family homes in the West Pullman neighborhood.
Most homes in West Pullman are single story brick bungalows and ranch homes.
Most homes in West Pullman are single story brick bungalows and ranch homes.
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Recreation at the Salvation Army Kroc Center

The Salvation Army Kroc Center is the biggest recreation and social spot in West Pullman. With a membership, you can access its indoor and outdoor spaces, including:

  • A fitness center and indoor track
  • An aquatic center with a lap pool, lazy river and play area
  • Indoor basketball and volleyball courts that host local leagues
  • A performing arts center
  • Baseball and football fields
You can also head to West Pullman Park, which also has an indoor pool. Outside, there are tennis and basketball courts, baseball fields and a playground with a splash pad. The Major Taylor Trail is a paved bike trail that goes through South Side Chicago, and a good portion of it is in West Pullman.

Enjoy a game of chess the Ray & Joan Krok Center near the West Pullman area.
Enjoy a game of chess the Ray & Joan Krok Center near the West Pullman area.
Kids have lots to explore at West Pullman Park's playground.
Kids have lots to explore at West Pullman Park's playground.
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Public transportation options available in West Pullman

Sidewalks line the streets, so you can walk throughout the neighborhood, and bike lanes along 115th and 119th streets offer another way to get around. Buses stop along all the major streets, and the ME Metra line has three stops in the neighborhood. Downtown trips take about 50 minutes; you can also get to The Loop in about 25 minutes on Interstate 57 or Interstate 94.

West Pullman residents make use of the CTA and Pace buses that run throughout the neighborhood.
West Pullman residents make use of the CTA and Pace buses that run throughout the neighborhood.
West Pullman residents have easy access to the Metra train making commuting a breeze.
West Pullman residents have easy access to the Metra train making commuting a breeze.
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Chicago Public Schools serves the West Pullman neighborhood

West Pullman students head to Chicago Public Schools, and there are multiple schools within walking distance. Chicago has a school-choice district for its elementary and high schools, so you can apply to attend schools outside of your neighborhood.

Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy in West Pullman is one of many K-8 schools nearby.
Metcalfe Elementary Community Academy in West Pullman is one of many K-8 schools nearby.
Corliss High School serves many students from the West Pullman neighborhood.
Corliss High School serves many students from the West Pullman neighborhood.
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You can walk to the grocery store from West Pullman

“Something good about West Pullman would be Marshfield Plaza,” says Realtor Carla Norton Brown with A Dwelling 4 U Realty. “There’s a good grocery store over there. They keep building it up.” South Side has a reputation for being a food desert, so West Pullman residents benefit from being so close to the shopping center and its Jewel-Osco. Fast-food chains line Halsted Street, and Maxwell Street Express has Italian beef sandwiches and Polish sausages.

Enjoy a delicious meal at the Wendy's near the West Pullman area.
Enjoy a delicious meal at the Wendy's near the West Pullman area.
A West Pullman resident finds fresh produce at Jewel-Osco in Marshfield Plaza.
A West Pullman resident finds fresh produce at Jewel-Osco in Marshfield Plaza.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Chicago Midway International

27 min drive

Train

Stewart Ridge Station

Train

State Street Station

Train

Racine Avenue Station

Train

West Pullman Station

Bus

Michigan & 122nd Street

Bus

Michigan & 126th Street

Bus

119th Street & Wentworth

Bus

12051 S Halsted St

Bus

Michigan & 121st Street

Bus

119th Street & Wallace

Bus

Michigan & 118th Street

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.1 39 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
3/11/2016 Niche Review
its a relatively decent area. there are a few shootings that happen now and then but non the less its a good neighborhood and alot of new bussinesses have been moving in.
4.0 Niche User
1/5/2015 Niche Review
The food and drinks near this area are great because you have a variety of different American fast foods to possibly try.
3.0 Niche User
7/2/2015 Niche Review
THE PROPERTY IN THIS AREA IS WELL-GROOMED.
4.0 Niche User
2/5/2015 Niche Review
Cloth places are near as well as food places. They also have grocery stores near.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West Pullman US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
8,088
Number of Homes for Sale
67
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,523
Significantly below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,733
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,236
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
817
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
29
Median Rent
$1,950
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,000
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,150
Median Condo Rent
$1,300
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,300

Demographics

Total Population
25,985
Median Age
40
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$50,197
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$66,064

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.6%
College Graduates
17.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.4%
% Population in Labor Force
56.7%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Fairly friendly

Transit Score®

50 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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