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Suburban village located 12 miles southwest of Chicago Loop
The Village of Lyons may only be approximately 12 miles southwest of the Chicago loop, but this bustling suburb contains a world of its own. “Lyons is a great location; you’re just outside the city, and you still get a nice neighborhood feeling,” says Brandon Schuppe, a Lyons native and a real estate broker with SKYDAN Real Estate Sales. Household names like Reynolds Aluminum helped this area build its reputation as a manufacturing base, and a deep-rooted history has spawned some of Lyons’ most iconic landmarks, like the 1908 Hofmann Tower. Today, this neighborhood seeks to move into a post-industrial chapter that focuses on its business-friendly culture, strategic location and new forms of single- and multi-family housing. Considered to be both highly bikeable and walkable, Lyons offers convenient access to parks, restaurants and municipal buildings located right near residential areas.
Lyons is known for its iconic Hofmann Tower.
The village of Lyons is lead by Mayor Christopher Getty.
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Craftsman-style bungalows for approximately $250,000
The residential parts of this neighborhood have both historic and modern homes; however, many of the older properties from the early twentieth century have been well-maintained and renovated throughout the years. Homes here reflect a mix of architectural styles, including Craftsman-style bungalows, ranch-style residences featuring gambrel roofs, and traditional dwellings with front-facing gables. Many of the homes in this area also feature covered front porches, and a handful of properties come with paved driveways and garages. Residences here can often range in price from approximately $160,000 to about $320,000, with a median home price of just under $240,000.
There are many well maintained bungalows in Lyons.
Many older homes in Lyons have front porches.
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High marks for Lyons Township High School
Primary and intermediate students in this neighborhood are zoned for Lyons School District No. 103, which receives an overall C rating from Niche. Young learners can attend either Edison Elementary or Lincoln Elementary School, which are rated B-minus and C, respectively, and both offer pre-kindergarten and kindergarten education. For an intermediate institution, students might go to C-rated George Washington Middle School. Students in grades nine through 12 can attend Lyons Township High School, which is located in the nearby village of La Grange and has a stellar A-plus rating. Also, at Lyons Township, students are offered a plethora of college preparatory resources, STEM programs and Advanced Placement courses.
Lyons Township High School overview
Lyons Township High School
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Veterans Park offers a number of walking paths to enjoy on a nice day in Lyons.
Make a splash at Cermak Family Aquatic Center
“The Village of Lyons just recently added a large recreation park next to the Village Hall – they added new little league fields and a real nice outdoor event area,” Schuppe says, referring to the newly built Veterans Park, which also offers basketball courts, a playground and a paved walking path. The Cermak Woods and Ottawa Trail Woods nature preserves make up a large part of east Lyons—both are hugged by the Des Plaines River and offer residents the opportunity to observe wildlife while hiking. Cermak Woods is also home to the Cermak Quarry and the Cermak Family Aquatic Center, which opens during the warmer months and features a lazy river, numerous water slides, an aquatic playground and plenty of lounge areas.
Play trivia at BuckleDown Brewing
For groceries, residents can head to Aldi in the nearby Pershing Plaza, which also features a Marshall’s department store. Near Village Hall and Veterans Park, Darla’s Deli & Café of Lyons has a menu full of café favorites, including coffee drinks and specialty subs. Residents looking for nightlife options can find plenty of bars in the South Lyons area; at places like BuckleDown Brewing, patrons can enjoy trivia games in a modern warehouse setting. “Stella’s Restaurant, which also has batting cafes, is another popular spot in town, especially amongst the younger population,” Schuppe adds.
Buckle Down Brewery in Lyons has a wide variety of beers on tap.
Buckdown Brewing has a great outdoor seating area for residents in Lyons.
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Outdoor concerts hosted by the Village of Lyons
“During the summer months, the Village of Lyons hosts outdoor events, such as Music in the Park, a Father’s Day car show, and a number of youth activities,” Schuppe says. Village Hall also hosts a Veterans Day Ceremony in November, as well as several holiday events during the Wintertime and community trick-or-treat gatherings on Halloween. In addition, the Brookfield Zoo is located less than 3 miles north of this neighborhood and is home to more than 500 species of animals from across the planet.
Easy access to Metra Rail's Riverside train station
Residents in this neighborhood are located “2 miles north of the Interstate 55 expressway and about 5 miles south of the Interstate 290 expressway. Locals can also access the neighboring village of Riverside and connect with the Metra Train,” Schuppe says. The Riverside train station is part of Metra Rail’s BSNF line and runs between Downtown Chicago and Aurora with multiple stops along the way. Public transportation is also provided by the Pace bus, which operates a fixed route along 47th Street. For those looking to catch a flight, the O’Hare International Airport is located an approximately 21-mile drive away using I-294 North.
The Riverside Metra station features a historic building mostly in its original condition.
Lyons residents can get downtown Chicago quickly at the Riverside Metra station.
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On average, homes in Lyons, IL sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lyons, IL over the last 12 months is $265,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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