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Classic homes and contemporary appeal in the western Chicago suburbs
There’s a strong old-meets-new feeling to life in the Heritage District. The neighborhood, located just southwest of downtown Maywood, has the diverse local population and central lifestyle of today’s western Chicago suburbs alongside the nostalgic appeal of turn-of-the-20th-century homes. Arranged in a traditional urban grid, the neighborhood spans from Downtown Maywood at 9th Street to 16th Street. Train tracks to the north and Madison Street to the south complete the boundary.
The Heritage District is located in the vibrant, award-winning city of Maywood, IL.
Homes in the Heritage District feature well manicured lawns and oval walkways.
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Early 20th century homes in the village of Maywood
The most plentiful housing options here are late 1800s and early 1900s properties, with specific styles including Craftsman bungalows, Colonial Revival homes with hipped roofs and American foursquares. Prominent porches with overhangs and staircases are common, and many homes stand above ground level with basements below. Most properties were built between 1890 and 1925, aside from a few later one-off homes that popped up in the 1960s and 1980s. Single-family properties with higher upkeep needs start at $80,000 and top out near $126,000, while turnkey properties generally range from $170,000 up to $360,000. Converted two-unit homes and dedicated duplex houses generally range from $130,000 up to $406,000. Selected properties near the south end of the neighborhood may have higher flood risks, according to the First Street Foundation’s Flood Factor index. Homes near major thoroughfares like Washington Boulevard, St. Charles Road and Madison Street may experience higher noise levels.
The Heritage District features many updated homes built in the mid-20th century.
Homes in the Heritage District feature up to a quarter-acre of yard space.
Brick homes add variety to the landscape in the Heritage District.
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Jerk chicken alfredo, soul food and Mexican cuisine
Residents’ closest option for everyday goods is the Family Dollar store on Madison Street. To the north in Melrose Park, the St. Paul Resale Store is located within the St. Paul Lutheran Church and has gently used clothing and household items. Additional choices for mainstream retail are also available in the neighboring village, with shops such as Target, Costco, Jewel-Osco and Best Buy Outlet. Casual restaurants and fast food options are spread throughout Maywood. Lickle Jamaica is a nearby staple for Caribbean take-out fare, serving a distinctive jerk alfredo pasta available with chicken or shrimp. Sharks Fish & Chicken is a Chicago-area chain that specializes in fried fish and soul food. To the neighborhood’s north, New Era Restaurant serves Mexican fare in a lively atmosphere, offering Taco Tuesday specials and karaoke nights.
Residents love Taco Tuesday specials and karaoke nights at New Era Restaurant.
The St. Paul Resale Store has gently used clothing and household items.
Residents’ closest option for everyday goods is the Family Dollar store on Madison Street.
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Learning experiences at Maywood District 89 schools
Located on Washington Boulevard in the heart of the neighborhood, Washington Dual Language Academy offers a curriculum where students learn in English and Spanish from kindergarten through eighth grade. Bilingual course offerings on campus are designed to prepare students to earn the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy in high school. The school earns a B-minus grade on Niche. Proviso East High School earns a C-minus grade.
Emerson Elementary School challenges and encourages children to learn.
Students are the highest priority at Irving Middle School.
Proviso East High School offers plenty of AP and Honors courses.
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Parks honoring the legacy of local residents
Most residents are just a few blocks out from some of Maywood’s essential recreational spaces. Conner Hiese Memorial Park has a play area and an open meadow for games of fetch with the pups. The park takes its name from two Maywood residents, both named Tommy who were lost in the Vietnam War; visitors can find a plaque dedicating the park to them near the playground. A few blocks southeast of the park, the Lightford Recreation Center and the Maywood Park District Rec Building are a hub for summer camps and youth sports. To the neighborhood’s south, the Illinois Prairie Path is a multi-use path connecting the village with more than 60 miles of western Chicagoland, offering scenic views of the Illinois landscape from a former rail network.
Residents love practicing their jump shot on the courts at Conner Hiese Memorial Park.
Enjoy a game of pickup basketball at Lightford Recreation Center.
The Illinois Prairie Path is just south of the Heritage District and runs for over 60 miles.
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Annual gatherings in Maywood for holidays and celebrations
Each September, the village’s annual Maywood Fest celebration marks the end of summer with local vendors, family-friendly rides and games and live performances. At the beginning of October, the Tour de Proviso cycles through Maywood and other neighboring villages like Bellwood, Melrose Park and Broadview. Participants race through the west suburban towns on two wheels in a tradition that started after the pandemic to bring the communities back together. The village also rings in the holiday season each year with a Christmas tree lighting festival. For programming throughout the year, the Maywood Public Library offers a range of programs for varied interests. In addition to book clubs and story time sessions, locals can join clubs for interests like crafting, video games, adult STEM education and Pilates.
Goov'n In The Grove in Forest Park is a perfect family event.
In the summer, residents love attending the Forest Park German Fest.
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12 miles west of the Chicago Loop
Washington Boulevard, Madison Street and St. Charles Road are the Heritage District’s primary east-west connections to Maywood and the western Chicago suburbs. The neighborhood is less than 1 mile west of Maywood's center. Residents traveling to Chicago for commutes and day trips can expect a 12-mile journey east to the Loop. For car-free travel into the city, Metra rail services are available at the Maywood station, about 1 mile northeast. Emergency services are available at Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, about 2 miles north of the neighborhood. Flights leaving from northern Illinois depart from Chicago O’Hare International Airport, 9 miles north, and Chicago Midway International Airport, 11 miles southeast.
Residents can use the Metra located in downtown Maywood to be in Chicago in only 30 minutes.
Gottlieb Memorial Hospital is just 2 miles north of the Heritage District.
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On average, homes in Heritage District, Maywood sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Heritage District, Maywood over the last 12 months is $279,900, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This Two Bedroom, One Bath 2nd Fl unit has a spacious living dining room and kitchen with a Pantry. Property is located on a quite tree-lined neighborhood. Parking in rear exterior of building with one parking space. Tenant pays utilities
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