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Lush landscapes and modern conveniences
To live in Cunningham is to be surrounded by lush landscapes, rich history and modern conveniences. On any given day, residents can visit Old Joliet Prison to recreate the opening scene from The Blues Brothers, roll the dice at Harrah’s, catch a show or concert at Rialto Square Theater, or paddle their way down the Des Plaines River. “It’s a fast-growing neighborhood because it’s close to everything. Grocery stores, shopping, parks, restaurants, entertainment – anything you need, really,” says Jayson Iniguez, a real estate agent with Casa Moderna Real Estate who has sold seven homes in the neighborhood.
Louis Joliet Mall nearby
Louis Joliet Mall is 4 miles northwest on Lincoln Highway. It’s home to over 80 eateries and retail shops, including Macy’s, JCPenney, Yankee Candle, Sbarro and Cinnabun. Mitchell’s Food Mart is in the heart of the neighborhood for convenient grocery shopping. Hobby Lobby, Burlington, Ross, Harbor Freight Tools, and other major retailers are less than 3 miles away. Merichka’s is on the neighborhood’s north side. Known for delicious po’boy sandwiches, this restaurant has served as an extended living room for local families since its founding in 1933.
Mitchells Food Mart is a small and friendly neighborhood grocery store in Joliet, IL.
Merichkas Restaurant is a family-friendly landmark known for hand-ground burgers, beer & wine.
Home Cut Donuts offers a variety of donuts to customers 7 days a week.
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High value homes
Value is another reason why people are moving to Cunningham. “Homes in the neighborhood's west side are a little more expensive than what you’ll find on the east side, but overall, prices are very reasonable here.” Grid-like streets and small plots frame various house styles, with Cape Cods, American Foursquares and Craftsman homes being the most common. Most properties don’t have garages, but street parking is plentiful. A brick and stone ranch home with three bedrooms and three bathrooms costs approximately $300,000, while a two-bed, one-bath Craftsman house with 905 square feet of living space sells for $170,000.
Smaller two to three bedroom homes in Joliets Cunningham area range from $175,000 to $249,000.
There are a variety of home styles available in Joliets Cunningham neighborhood.
Bungalow-style homes are common in Joliets Cunningham neighborhood.
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C rated schools
M.J. Cunningham Elementary School has a C-minus overall grade and a B diversity grade on Niche. Hufford Junior High School, which also has a C-minus grade on Niche, encourages students to take ownership of their education by giving them academic choices and a voice to make their needs and opinions known. Niche gives Joliet Central High School a B-minus overall grade and reports that 85% of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about their pupils.
According to Niche, Joliet West High School receives an A- for clubs and activities.
Joliet West High School is an above average, public school with an overall Niche grade of B+.
Hufford JR High School serves 1206 students in grades 6-8.
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From art to ice cream
At Route 66 Park, visitors are welcomed by a huge sign that declares “Joliet Kicks on 66,” a collection of impressive public artworks, and an overlook with views of the Old Joliet Prison. The park is also home to Rich & Creamy, a soft-serve ice cream store adorned with life-sized models of Jake and Elwood from The Blues Brothers dancing on the roof. At the intersection of Curtis Avenue and North Raynor Road, Garnsey Park features baseball diamonds, tennis courts and playground equipment. Saint Joseph Park, which covers just over 10 acres, is a walker’s paradise.
Garnsey Parks playground sits on the parks 7-acres of recreational space in Joliet IL.
Garnsey Park offers a tennis court, playground and baseball field for residents to enjoy.
St. Joseph Park offers 3 baseball fields in Joliets Cunningham neighborhood.
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Convenient highway access
It's easy to get around Cunningham thanks to major roads. Highway 53 shapes the eastern border, while Larkin Avenue runs in a straight line to the west, intersecting with Interstate 80 about 3 miles south. Interstate 80 is roughly 3 miles to the southwest, with several bus stops along the way.
The Metra/Amtrak station is just minutes away in the downtown Joliet area.
The city of Joliet, IL is situated right along the original Route 66 highway.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cunningham
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cunningham Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cunningham, Joliet sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Cunningham, Joliet over the last 12 months is $238,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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