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A rustic community on the edge of Chicagoland
Surrounded by farmlands and suburbia, Minooka is where rural meets the suburban. Just southwest of Joliet, this community of almost 13,000 people wears its agricultural roots on its sleeve — right down to the row of empty grain silos in the center of town. However, Chicagoland's reach grows every year and Minooka isn’t immune to it, gaining over 10,000 residents since 1990. “When I was a kid, it was about 300 people,” says Minooka Mayor Ric Offerman. “Chicago built out, and it finally got to us. But there are still plenty of farms to the west.” As a result, Minooka aims to maintain its rustic roots while offering modern amenities. This, combined with a lower cost of living and highly ranked schools, continues to attract new residents.
Outside of positions in the local government and public school system, most locals commute to work. “We have a few small businesses and some warehouses,” says Offerman. “But mostly people work in Joliet, Aurora and Plainfield.”
The median price for single-family homes in Minooka is in the mid-$300,000s.
North Minooka is largely open farmland.
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Farmhouse-style homes in North Minooka
The median price for single-family real estate in Minooka is in the mid-$300,000s, just beneath the national median price. “The land is cheaper than towns east of here,” says Offerman. “A house will go online and get picked up immediately.” Large 21st-century contemporary houses surround the pond between Heather Ridge and Indian Ridge Parks. Craftsman and farmhouse-style homes fill suburban pockets in the farmlands of North Minooka .
North Minooka farmland is the perfect place to build your dream homes.
Townhomes can be found on the eastern end of North Minooka.
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Top-ranked public schools with MCCS
Younger students are served by Minooka Community Consolidated School District Number 201, which has a B-plus grade from Niche, which considers it one of the top 100 places to teach in Illinois. The district includes five elementary schools and two middle schools. High schoolers attend A-rated Minooka Community High School, which Niche names one of the best public high schools in the state and is also the alma mater of actor Nick Offerman.
Minooka Community High School is highly rated, serving Channahon and located in Minooka, IL.
Minooka Intermediate School serves 1,022 students in grades 5-6.
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Easy commutes to Joliet, Plainfield and Aurora
The city’s main highway is Interstate 80, which leads to Chicago, nearly 60 miles east. Commuters can reach Joliet, Plainfield and Aurora in around half an hour or less. The Joliet Metra-Amtrak Union Station is about 14 miles east and provides public transit to the Windy City. Chicago O’Hare International Airport provides over 800 direct flights a day and is around an hour’s drive northeast. Two Minooka Healthcare Centers, both part of the Morris Hospital system, serve the city.
Dogs off the leash at Veterans Park
Minooka has nearly 20 public parks. In addition to subdivision parks with playgrounds and athletic courts, the city has several larger parks with more extensive amenities. Summit Park is a popular site for local events and features a splash pad and soccer field. Veterans Park is the home of the city’s only off-leash dog park.
A statue of a veteran petting a dog is at the entrance to Veterans Park. in Minooka, IL.
Your kids will love the playground at Summit Park.
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Food trucks and a 5K at Minooka Summerfest
Summers bring residents downtown for the annual Minooka Summerfest, a three-day celebration with local musicians, food trucks, a 5k and a bean bag tournament. Minooka held its first Christmas market in 2024 — celebrating the winter holiday season with hot cocoa, crafts and pictures with Santa. The Minooka Baseball and Softball Association is very active in the community, offering youth leagues for kids ages 4 to 14. “It’s a tremendous program,” says Offerman.
Local eateries off Ridge and Minooka Roads
Fast food and local greasy spoon cafes are around the intersection of Ridge and Minooka Roads. Grocery shopping and retail are along Interstate 55 through the nearby city of Joliet.
ACES GARAGE Bat & Grill is known for their burgers & vintage cars.
Minooka Sports Bar & Grill is located on Ridge Rd in Minooka IL.
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Important to know
According to the Minooka Police Department, 2023 saw an increase in some drug, alcohol and weapon offenses and a decrease in some property crime. Summers in Minooka are humid and rainy, while winters are snowy and windy. Minooka’s average snowfall is higher than the national average but lower than the average in North Illinois.
According to the National Weather Service, Minooka has a higher chance of tornado activity than the national average. In response, the local government has implemented a village notification system that warns residents about severe weather or other emergencies.
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