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A community-focused neighborhood with easy access to Chicago
Located in a city named after the locks on the Illinois and Michigan Canal, South Lockport is a neighborhood many people have just passed through on their way to somewhere else. But the friendly people and its idyllic suburban setting make it ideal for settling down and staying a while. “I would say the community is the main appeal,” says Angel Kimmer, a real estate broker with Realtopia Real Estate. “The community is great here. There’s always something to do and something going on.” Lockport is a small suburban city southwest of Chicago, putting residents far enough away from the city to have their own identity while giving them easy access to everything the metropolitan area offers. With a Metra stop just north of the neighborhood and Interstate 355 nearby, it's a convenient location to commute throughout the Chicago area.
Suburban houses with white picket fences and sidewalk-lined streets
You can find a variety of homes throughout South Lockport. Much of the neighborhood is laid out in a grid with neatly trimmed lawns and sidewalks running parallel to the streets. White picket fences mark the property boundaries, and mature trees cast shade over the homes, making this neighborhood feel like the ideal suburban community. Homes include Craftsman houses with wood siding and spacious front porches, perfect for gathering with friends or enjoying a lovely evening. Brick ranch-style homes are also typical throughout the neighborhood. Some newer developments have popped up, bringing New Traditional brick homes with spacious built-in garages. Three-bedroom houses in the community typically cost between $200,000 and $300,000, with many at the lower end of that range. There are few four-bedroom homes, but the ones you will find will usually cost around $400,000.
Lockport Township High has top-notch facilities and standout sports
Students in South Lockport will likely attend Taft Grade School, Lockport Township High School Central and Lockport Township High School East. The central campus of the high school serves freshmen students, while sophomores, juniors and seniors will attend the east campus. The high school is rated an A overall on Niche and has a successful athletic program, winning state championships in several sports, including football, baseball and basketball. The boys’ basketball team has also won 26 regional titles. The campus’s facilities include a three-hole golf course, a greenhouse, 18 science labs and a swimming pool with a 600-seat arena.
Dellwood Park has disc golf, baseball fields and wooded trails
Residents of South Lockport have easy access to one of the area’s most complete parks. Dellwood Park is a vast green space with room for nearly any outdoor activity. You can play baseball or soccer on one of the many lighted fields. Grab a racket for a game of tennis, or bring your frisbee for a round of disc golf. Several trails meander through wooded sections of the park, and a large playground gives kids plenty of room to play and explore. Runners, hikers, or anyone looking to get outside and explore will enjoy spending time on the nearby Gaylord Donnelly Trail, an 11-mile paved trail from Lockport to Joliet along the Illinois and Michigan Canal. As you walk, run or bike along the path, you can view the canal ruins, a former amusement park and the ruins of Joliet Iron Works.
Family-owned Italian spot and big-box grocery stores nearby
There are several excellent options for dining in Lockport. Kimmel recommends Mamma Onesta’s Italian, a family-owned restaurant serving traditional Italian dishes in a comfortable setting with plenty of European-themed décor. Locals enjoy any dish with veal, whether it’s Florentina, piccata or parmigiana. There are a few grocery stores east of the neighborhood when you want to cook at home. You can shop from stores like Aldi, Walmart and Jewel-Osco.
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Parks in this Area
Rotary Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Clover Ridge Park
Playground
Dellwood Park
Lincoln Landing Park
Adelman Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Bonnie Brae Park
Playground
Brent Hassert Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
40 min drive
Bus
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South Lockport Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Lockport, Lockport sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Lockport, Lockport over the last 12 months is $469,000, down 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,299
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,897
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,471
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
College Graduates
26%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62%
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®
41/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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