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Suburban convenience a short distance from O'Hare
Convenience is the calling card in Franklin Park, a village less than 5 miles south of Chicago O’Hare International Airport and less than 20 miles from Chicago’s downtown lakefront. A trio of Metra commuter rail stations and Interstate 294 further bolster Franklin Park’s reputation for being a quintessential bedroom community. “With all that proximity, Franklin Park is ideal for people who work outside their home,” says Rose Dante, a Realtor at Baird & Warner with almost 15 years of experience. Nearly 18,000 residents live in this near northwestern suburb that is only separated from Chicago by the width of the Des Plaines River.
Franklin Park is a village that provides all of the necessary amenities in an inviting area.
Conductors wait for Franklin Park passengers to board the active the Metra train.
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Midcentury housing styles at lower prices than the Chicago median
Many homes in Franklin Park strike a balance between city living and the larger houses found in Chicago’s further suburbs. Rene Aguirre, a broker at Northlake Realtors, relocated to Franklin Park for that reason. “It was a downsize situation, and I like that it’s quiet and safe,” Aguirre says. “I’ve noticed that people tend to stay in this area a long time, usually 15 to 20 years.”
The median home price of around $315,000 is lower than the national median and in Chicago proper. Midcentury housing styles are predominant. Bungalows, Cape Cods and condos can start for less than $200,000, and it’s unusual for a single-family home in Franklin Park to sell for more than $475,000.
Located in Franklin Park, ranch style homes provide one-story living to home buyers.
The Cape Cod style of home is one of many unique types in Franklin Park.
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East Leyden High combines with neighboring West Leyden for sports
Franklin Park School District No. 84, which includes three elementary schools and Hester Junior High, earns a B-rating from Niche. East Leyden High School earns an A-minus rating and is ranked among Illinois's top 125 public high schools. East Leyden’s enrollment is just over 1,800 students. Interestingly, East Leyden does not have an athletic rivalry with West Leyden in neighboring Northlake. Instead, they compete together as Leyden High School despite being separate schools.
Triton College, a two-year community college, is in neighboring River Grove.
East Leyden High School offers over 60 clubs to help Franklin Park students develop skills.
Scott Elementary School in Franklin Park has a student to teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
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Logistics-friendly location draws in employers
Franklin Park’s location near Interstate 294 and O’Hare makes it ideal for logistics, and warehouses play a big part in the village’s economy. Sloan Valve Company, known for introducing the motion-sensor toilet flusher and manufacturing the flushometer commonly used in American public restrooms, is based in Franklin Park and has over 1,000 employees.
Train traffic is frequent, as there is a major Canadian Pacific Kansas City railyard in neighboring Bensenville.
Metra’s Milwaukee District West line runs from Chicago to Elgin and has two stations in Franklin Park. There is also a station on the North Central Service line, which runs from Chicago to Antioch. Pace’s 319 bus runs through Franklin Park along Grand Avenue.
Home to a thin-crust favorite
Mannheim Road and Grand Avenue are Franklin Park’s primary commercial corridors. Grand Stand Pizza, in operation since 1982, specializes in the tavern-style, thin-crust pizza that many Chicagoans insist is the true “Chicago-style” pie. Oakbrook Center, the second-largest mall in Chicagoland with more than 150 stores and restaurants, is 10 miles away from Franklin Park.
The Grand Stand Pizza provides Franklin Park with authentic Italian cuisine.
Nearby Brook Forest, the Oakbrook Center is one of the most prestigious outdoor malls.
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Plenty of indoor and outdoor recreational options
No matter the season – and Franklin Park experiences all four in full measure – there are ample recreational opportunities. The village operates 17 parks and a community center. In summer, the ballfields, sand volleyball court and public swimming pool at Gouin Park are a major draw. Franklin Park Ice Arena stays open year-round and offers open skating and rec hockey leagues, among other activities.
Gouin Pool, on the south side of Franklin Park, is a great place to cool off.
The sand volleyball pit at Gouin Park is a great way to spend an afternoon.
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Franklin Park Fest is a village celebration
Franklin Park Fest is a four-day event that kicks off the summer and usually occurs in early June. It takes place in the heart of the village at the corner of Franklin Avenue and Calwagner Street, with live music, food vendors and a beer and wine tent. The Saturday of the festival is Railroad Day, where the public is invited to tour the classic railcars on display.
Around Christmas time, the village has a large Winterfest, which includes a tree lighting, a children’s choir singing Christmas carols and Santa Claus' arrival on a fire truck.
Crime rates are below national averages
In 2023, property crime rates in Franklin Park were slightly below the national average, and violent crime rates were well below the national average, according to the FBI.
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On average, homes in Franklin Park, IL sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Franklin Park, IL over the last 12 months is $345,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
VERY NICE AND HUGE HOUSE IN GREAT FRANKLIN PARK AREA. Features: 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, extra rooms for the extended family or home offices. 3 levels of living space, hardwood floors, formal dining room, plus private driveway for convenient parking. Stunning crown moldings add elegance throughout the home, while French doors open to a spacious, fully fenced backyard with a deck-perfect for
Charming and beautifully maintained *Brick bungalow* offering comfort, space, and timeless appeal! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features 1,128 square feet of well-cared-for living space situated on a 4,836 sq ft lot. Step inside to find a bright and inviting layout with spacious bedrooms, generous closet space, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere throughout. The solid brick exterior adds durability
Price Improvement! Beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick home located in a desirable neighborhood of Franklin Park. This move-in ready home features hardwood floors in the spacious living room, an updated kitchen with modern cabinetry, and generously sized bedrooms offering comfort and functionality for everyday living. The fully finished basement provides additional living space
Beautiful, freshly painted 1-bedroom condo on the 5th floor in the desirable Crossings community. Move-in ready with new vinyl flooring, maple kitchen cabinets, new stainless steel appliances, new baseboards and outlets, smart thermostat, and newer in-unit washer & dryer. Bright living area with private balcony (table and chairs included). Bedroom with double-door closet plus walk-in hallway
Estate Sale sold As-Is. 3 Bedroom 1.1 bath Home. Attached 2.5 overzize heated garage. New garage door. Master bedroom with sliding door to walkout balcony. Bathroom with sunk in tub. Recently tuckpointed.
This solid brick ranch, now ready for its next chapter. This well-maintained home offers an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to add personal updates while building instant equity. Recently repainted, the home features a fully finished basement, providing generous additional living space for recreation, hobbies, or extended gatherings. One of the standout features is the fully fenced
Well-maintained a Georgian Style Home features a cozy kitchen and dinette area, stainless steel appliances, beautifully designed quartz countertops, wood floors. Tall, evenly spaced windows in the living room provide plenty of natural light, making living room welcoming and great for entertaining or relaxing. Three spacious bedrooms and two newly updated and refreshed bathrooms. Great location
Brick ranch with 3 BRS and 2 bath. Well taken care of and Seller says it's time to retire. Flood Insurance is required on loans. In Information I scanned an estimate from Flood Simple website for $668.45 per year. Home is solid with wider lot 40 x 124. Close to Shops, express ways, Bus service, trains, and schools. Roof 3 years old. Parking in back up to 4 cars. @ garage and 2 spaces. lot size
One of the largest homes in Franklin Park is on the market for the first time, with so much potential. A 3 bedroom, 3.1 bath ranch, upstairs and basement laundry, an oversized heated garage, enclosed 3 season room PLUS a full finished basement. The basement has its own entrance and potential to be a garden style apartment with a full kitchen, just missing some appliances and updates. The home was
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Steps from the Metra, this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo offers modern comforts and convenience. Highlights include wooden flooring, freshly painted interiors, quartz countertops, and in-unit laundry. The master bedroom features a walk-in closet, and the living room opens to a private balcony. Enjoy an assigned garage parking space (#35) in a secure, well-lit garage, ample outdoor guest
This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home with a 2-car garage offers a well-designed layout ideal for comfortable living. The main level welcomes you with a beautiful kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and a sun-filled dining area, perfect for hosting and everyday enjoyment. Two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the main floor layout. The upper level is
Dream Home - Fully Renovated & Move-In Ready! Welcome to this beautifully renovated home, thoughtfully updated just four years ago. Offering 10 spacious rooms in total, this home features five bright bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a large family room ideal for gatherings and everyday living. Every major component has been updated within the last four years, giving you peace of mind and
Be the first to live in this brand new development in the heart of Chicagoland, with some of the most luxurious and spacious units anywhere. Large power kitchens, dining room, walk-in closets, shower with body jets, facial recognition systems, touch-sensor kitchen faucets, spacious balcony, in-unit washer/dryer, high ceilings, and modern lighting are just some of the unique features Premier
Completely remodeled 1 bedroom unit in downtown Franklin Park. This is a top floor unit. Location is near the metra. The kitchen has newer granite counters, and newer maple cabinets. All hardwood has been refinished. Laundry in basement. Rent includes all utilities except electric. Must have good credit. *Units rent quickly* Available December 12th
Requesting permission to land: if you want a home with proximity to O’Hare International Airport but with the soothing feel of a suburb, check out West Grand Avenue. This is a somewhat smaller neighborhood, extending from Interstate 294 down to Fullerton Avenue, laid out in a neat grid. But packed into these blocks is a real sense of community and charm.
"There are some single-family homes back there for first-time homebuyers, and you're generally going to see big lots," says Realtor April Kibler. "This is still an industrial area and there's a lot of traffic and connectivity, but you can make a nice home here."
Look for prices in the upper $200,000s and low $300,000s. Much of the housing stock is from the mid-1950s. While the exteriors may reflect this time period with neutral siding and awnings over front doors, the interiors are another matter altogether. In some homes, you can expect to see state-of-the-art appliances, new floors and sleek bathrooms with marble finishes. Other homes are ready for a buyer who wants a blank canvas for their renovation dreams.
Whichever way you go, you can be sure the homes are set on quiet suburban streets with yards and mature trees. They may not always have sidewalks, but their old-fashioned air conveys a sense of ease. Walking is encouraged.
You’ll want to drive or catch a bus along Route 45, though: that’s the major commercial corridor on the east end. You can find all sorts of fast casual chain eateries here, from Chipotle to Jersey Mike’s Subs. This is also the route most residents will take to grab groceries at Tony’s Fresh Market. But for that true neighborhood spot with local flavor, head to El Pollo Vagabundo, where you can dip into a voluminous salsa bar in a modest setting.
Route 45 is also a seamless way to merge onto Interstate 294, so once you’ve fueled up your car and your belly, zip on east to downtown Chicago for some nightlife fun – you can get there in about 50 minutes.
Still, there are plenty of parks you can walk to. Set on 3.5 acres, Westdale Park has a large pavilion to congregate under, a playground to explore and a pond to relax by. The 2-acre Coach Jim Wagner Park is a preferred place for neighbors to stroll and enjoy friendly connection.
Roughly 830 students in grades 6-8 are served at Mannheim Middle, and the school offers bilingual instruction. Older students go to West Leyden High, which has been open since 1959. Famous alumni have attended, including Frankie Sullivan, who co-wrote the famous song “Eye of the Tiger." Chicago Bulls announcer Tom Dore is another former student.
Another educational resource nearby is the Northlake Public Library, which expanded by 20,000 square feet and added a second story in 2007. Recently, the library announced $2 million expansion: most of this money was already raised by June 2021. Expansions include a bigger children’s area, a maker’s space with 3D printer, more seating and a coffee shop. Community events include a children’s story hour and lectures in the humanities. The building first went up in 1989.
West Grand Avenue may seem like an unassuming neighborhood at first. But once you realize it has all the basic necessities, plus quick access to O’Hare and downtown Chicago, you’ll feel like you’ve landed home.
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
18,070
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,112
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$87,342
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.8%
College Graduates
16.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Fairly friendly
Bike Score®®
50/ 100
Fairly friendly
Walk Score®®
50/ 100
Fairly friendly
Transit Score®®
50/ 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic
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