Centennial
New and established homes near Centennial Park
Because development here is relatively new compared to much of Chicago, dwellings date back only to the late 1990s and early 2000s. Most of Centennial is comprised of single-family homes, but a few condos and apartments are available throughout the neighborhood, too. Traditional-style residences with spacious front yards and two-car garages around Royal Glen Drive hover at prices between $550,000 and $800,000, some with private pools and hedged backyards. Two-bedroom townhouses in the Colette Highlands Townhome Association cost around $340,000. Established ranch houses with two or more bedrooms near Wolf Road are valued between $250,000 and $400,000.
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Highly rated schools and dozens of clubs to join
Students in Centennial may attend schools within Orland School District No. 135, which earns an overall A-minus on Niche, and Consolidated High School District No. 230, which scores an A-plus. They may start their education at Centennial School for kindergarten through second grade, which scores an A. They can then attend Meadow Ridge School for grades three through five, and then Century Junior High School for sixth through eighth. Both schools earn an A-minus on Niche. Finally, students may go to Carl Sandburg High School, which scores an A-plus and offers more than 70 extracurricular clubs, such as bass fishing, an art club and a chess team.
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Lots of outdoor activities at Centennial Park
Centennial Park, where the neighborhood got its name, is comprised of over 200 acres of connected biking and walking trails, amenities and facilities for visitors to enjoy. One of the features is Grinding Edge Skate Park, which has a variety of concrete structures for perfecting tricks. The park also features baseball and soccer fields and a volleyball court. The Orland Park Health and Fitness Center is in the northeast corner and has a gym, running track, pools, a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. In the center is the Centennial Park Playground for families to enjoy together. Centennial Park Aquatic Center includes speed slides, tube slides, a lazy river and several pools for all ages. Residents must pay daily admission fees or annual memberships to access the aquatic center. In the winter, Centennial Park has an ice skating rink opposite the boat launch. Pet owners can also bring their dogs to the Orland Park “Dogout” Dog Park, which requires a membership and has areas for small and large dogs. Just north of most homes is the Crystal Tree Golf and Country Club, which offers member events, dining and benefits for those who join.
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Italian cuisine, craft beer and Orland Square
By the Sportsplex Recreation Center on 159th Street, residents can find grocery and dining options. "Centennial continues to develop with businesses and restaurants opening all the time,” Wyrick says. Angelo Caputo's Fresh Markets is an Italian grocery store with a deli and bakery. Nearby is Cafe Miele, where guests can order a delicious omelet, a stack of pancakes or a breakfast sandwich. Girl in the Park serves American grill fare and craft beer, while Anthony’s Pizza is the place to go for sandwiches and deep-dish pizza. Orland Square is a shopping mall off South La Grange Road with popular stores like JCPenney and Von Maur department store. Several chain restaurants and retail shops surround the mall, and locals can also find the nearby Target, Best Buy and Walmart near 159th Street.
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Commutes to downtown Chicago and the airport
Commuting to downtown Chicago, about 38 miles away, requires hopping on Interstate 57. Traffic tends to run long, so most trips can take up to an hour. Likewise, O’Hare International Airport is about 32 miles north via US Highway 45, and traffic can get congested throughout the day. UChicago Medicine Medical Center on South La Grange Road is north of town and about 4 miles away from most homes.Village of Orland Park weekly and annual events
The Village of Orland Park offers many events and experiences for residents in the area, some requiring membership and others free to anyone. On Thursdays from June to August and between 4 pm and 8 pm, locals can check out Market at the Park, which has a variety of food and craft vendors as well as free weekly entertainment. They also host a Lucky Egg Hunt for Easter in March for children aged between one and nine years old.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Spero Speropoulos
Spero Speropoulos
Baird & Warner
(708) 859-6553
75 Total Sales
2 in Centennial
$340K - $365K Price Range
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Tina Marie Mateja
Tina Marie Mateja
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(708) 998-4292
170 Total Sales
1 in Centennial
$305,000 Price
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Angela Walker
Angela Walker
Angela Walker Homes Real Estate Group
(708) 300-9563
177 Total Sales
1 in Centennial
$450,000 Price
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Cyrus Seraj
Cyrus Seraj
Compass
(833) 964-2605
133 Total Sales
1 in Centennial
$345,000 Price
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Kimberly Chase-Harding
Kimberly Chase-Harding
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(773) 985-7719
87 Total Sales
1 in Centennial
$400,000 Price
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Jennifer Cashman
Jennifer Cashman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(708) 729-6017
132 Total Sales
1 in Centennial
$389,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 3rd to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Centennial Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
Spring Creek Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Collette Highlands Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Avenel Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Equestrian Park
- Bike Trails
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Centennial West Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
31 min drive
Train
Orland Park - 153Rd Street Station
Bus
159th & 113th Ave.
Bus
Wolf & Equestrian
Bus
159th & 115th Ct.
Bus
153rd & 108th Ave.
Bus
159th & Wolf
Bus
Wolf & 156th
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Centennial | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Centennial Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Centennial, Orland Park sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Centennial, Orland Park over the last 12 months is $575,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$553,350
Median Sale Price
$575,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$531,700
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$620,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$420
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,596
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,429
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,843
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,974
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,730
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$3,272 - $3,436 per month
- Alice Mae Townhomes
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,200 Sq Ft
- 10600 Alice Mae Ct
- Orland Park, IL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,280
Median Age
47
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$108,304
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$138,434
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.4%
College Graduates
41.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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