Bordering the Des Plaines River, an active downtown district and Interstate-80, the neighborhood of Southside Joliet is a walkable and relatively affordable neighborhood just a short walk from downtown Joliet. Whether you are looking to invest or are seeking a move-in-ready home, Southside has modest options just a stone's throw away from a large selection of amenities, restaurants and public transportation options.
Known for it's beauty and historic downtown, Joliet, IL was founded in 1852.
Southside Joliet features bar & grills, fine dining, excellent Mexican food, and more.
The Des Plaines River runs through Southside Joliet.
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Some housing stock dates back to mid-19th century
The average home in Southside hits the market for $130,000, making the neighborhood a bit less expensive than surrounding Joliet neighborhoods and over $100,000 cheaper than the Illinois state average. Two and three-bedroom homes are most common here, with Chicago-style bungalows and modest farmhouses lining the streets. Contemporary and established houses sit close together on quarter-acre lots, with the oldest dating back to the mid-19th century. Investors will find empty lots listed for $15,000 and fixer-uppers with 1,200 square feet listed for $75,000. Fully renovated, three-bedroom bungalows with modern appliances and detached garages can be found for $230,000 and above.
Southside Joliet features many bungalow home styles.
Many newly updated bungalow homes can be found in Southside Joliet.
Home buyers in Southside Joliet are greeted with two-bedroom condos with yards.
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Lots of extracurricular activities
The youngest community learners can attend Edna Keith Elementary School before moving on to Dirksen Junior High School, with both schools earning C-minus overall grades from Niche. Keith Elementary serves 400 students and has an average student-to-teacher ratio of 18-1. Joliet West High School has a B-plus Niche grade, and freshman students take Freshman Academy courses to ease the transition between middle and high school. High schoolers are also provided with a large catalog of extracurricular activities to consider, including clubs centered around bass fishing, culinary arts, video games and metal music.
Joliet West High School has an overall grade of B+ from Niche.
According to Niche, Joliet West High School receives an A- for clubs & activities.
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Varnado Park is a great place to get away from it all.
Hike or ski at area park
Residents of Southside Joliet can walk to Varnado Park to use the open field space or to practice their pitch on the baseball diamond. For more outdoor exploration, head across town to Rock Run Forest Preserve. Hike or cross-country ski along the preserve’s half-mile trail or access the Rock Run Greenway, an 11-mile paved trail ideal for in-line skating, biking and running. A short drive west will take locals to West Park, which features a tennis court, a playground, a paved walking trail and a disc golf course.
Dozens of eateries within a 2-mile radius
Locals can pick up their groceries at the nearby Jewel-Osco before perusing the stores of the North Ridge Plaza Shopping Center. Dozens of restaurants are within a 2-mile radius of the neighborhood, including Louie’s Waffle House, where patrons can savor brunch favorites like stuffed French toast and chorizo breakfast skillets. Downtown Joliet houses Chicago Street Pub, a local favorite spot with classic American pub fare, hand-crafted cocktails and 21 brews on tap.
Tonto Burrito, located in Joliet, features homemade Mexican-style dishes.
Louie's Waffle House is a locally owned business that has been in operation since 1992.
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Red Line takes commuters into downtown Chicago
Interstate-80 and Route 52 intersect in Southside Joliet, allowing for easy access to the city’s center and surrounding towns like Romeoville and Homer Glen. The community is located 45 miles south of downtown Chicago, and locals can head to the Joliet Metra station to take the Red Line into the city.
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Parks in this Area
Mayor Art Schultz Park
Playground
Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park
Nowell Park
Legion Park
Playground
Preservation Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Oak Valley Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
50 min drive
Bus
Pace Transit Center Bay C
Bus
Ottawa & Chicago
Bus
Chicago & Spruce Slip
Bus
Des Plaines St & Mcdonough St
Bus
Chicago & 3rd
Bus
Pace Transit Center Bay L
Bus
Des Plaines St & Dekalb St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southside Joliet
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
9
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southside Joliet, Joliet sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Southside Joliet, Joliet over the last 12 months is $166,436, up 36% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$198,900
Median Single Family Price
$198,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$156
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$185,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
89%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
179
Median Year Built
1900
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,301
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,468
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,716
Median Age
34
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,400
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,571
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
% Population in Labor Force
61.4%
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®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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