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Nature preserve sits along subdivisions
In the village of Orland Park, the Grasslands neighborhood is home to 750 acres of open prairie where people can walk among native plants and animals. “You start to feel far away from the houses and businesses,” says Carl Vogel, director of communications with the Forest Preserves of Cook County. A collection of subdivisions lies to the west of the forest preserves, with several neighborhood parks scattered throughout. Families send their children to Orland School District No. 101, which receives an A-minus from Niche, and locals often visit the stores and restaurants in the southern part of Grasslands.
Orland Grasslands is a popular nature reserve and the namesake of the Grasslands neighborhood.
Orland Grasslands is a popular place for an afternoon walk.
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Orland Grassland offers hiking among native plants
The eastern part of the neighborhood is filled by Orland Grassland and Orland Grassland-South, part of the Forest Preserves of Cooks County. This land, while never built on, was once used for farming, and the Forest Preserves have been working to restore it to its natural state since 2002 by removing drain tiles and invasive species. Now, the space is filled with native plants and over 100 varieties of birds. “It’s somewhere you can go see what it was like before settlers were there,” Vogel says. Besides bird watching, locals can hike and bike 13 miles of trails and explore the surrounding greenery. The rest of the neighborhood has several parks, including Discovery Park, which offers amenities such as a playground, bocce ball court and a soccer field. People can also visit the Stellwagen Farm, one of five heritage sites in Orland Park, to learn some local history.
Enjoy miles of nature trails in and around the Grasslands neighborhood.
The nature trails in Grasslands are often convenient walking routes to local retailers.
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Modern homes in Grasslands subdivisions
Grasslands’ residential area is split into several subdivisions. Sidewalks are separated from the wide roads and cul-de-sacs by a thin line of trees, and many homes sit upon large, manicured lawns with landscaping that is kept up by the local homeowners associations, which charge monthly fees that start at $150. Contemporary ranch styles and split levels sit among mid-century modern homes that sometimes feature asymmetrical roofs, and most properties have wide driveways and two or three-car garages. Prices for a three or four-bedroom single-family typically fall between $425,000 and $575,000. However, the Olde Mill subdivision’s new traditional homes with sprawling brick and stone exteriors start at $625,000. Two-bedroom ranch-style and split-level townhouses in the Eagle Ridge community tend to cost between $275,000 and $325,000.
Colonial revival homes are common in Grasslands.
Homes in Grasslands are mostly large, single-family houses with modern amenities, large yards and attached garages.
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Grasslands students attend highly rated schools Grasslands students attend highly rated schools
Students can start at Orland School District No. 101, completing kindergarten through second grade at Orland Center School, which receives a B-plus from Niche. They finish third through fifth grade at Meadow Ridge School before attending Century Junior High School, both of which score an A-minus. At Carl Sandburg High, which earns an A-plus and is part of Consolidated High School District No. 230, over half of the student body participates in at least one of over 100 co-curriculars, including Model United Nations and about 20 sports teams.
Carl Sandburg High School is a top-rated, public school located in Orland Park, IL.
Central Junior High School has dozens of effective teachers and staff.
Grasslands residents enjoy sending their kids to Meadow Ridge School.
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Volunteer opportunities and Market at the Park
Neighbors often engage with the Forest Preserves through volunteer opportunities scheduled throughout the year. “It’s a very robust volunteer community,” Vogel says. Whether on their own or with a group, people can help the Orland Grassland by cleaning up litter, transplanting seedlings and removing weeds and invasive species. Locals also attend Orland Park events, including Markets at the Park. Every Thursday from June to August, local vendors showcase and sell food, arts, crafts and other goods while enjoying live entertainment.
Stores and restaurants in southern Grasslands
While most of the neighborhood is residential, the southwestern corner of Grasslands is home to several restaurants and stores. Locals can eat dinner at Joy of Thai, with specials such as ginger duck, or at the Italian Barraco’s Pizza, and find groceries at Jewel-Osco or Aldi. The area has a couple of specialty markets, including H-Tide Asian Market and Amish Country Farms. Walmart is about 2 miles away, while Home Depot is about a 5-mile drive.
Joey's Red Hots is famous for their Maxwell Street Polish Sausage.
Large shopping centers are a common convenience for Grasslands residents.
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Interstates and state routes surround Grasslands
Most residents in Grasslands drive themselves and can take Interstate 80 or U.S. Routes 6 and 45 out of the neighborhood and farther into Illinois. People can also hop on the Metra at the Orland Park 179th station to catch a 75-minute ride into Chicago. The Chicago Midway International Airport, about 20 miles away and reachable by train or car, offers over 80 direct flights to U.S. and international destinations.
I-80 is located on the southern border of the Grasslands neighborhood.
Grasslands residents have quick access to the Metra and Downtown Chicago.
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Grasslands is 9 miles from acclaimed hospital
Grasslands is about 9 miles from Silver Cross Hospital, with emergency treatment and cancer and vascular care services. The hospital has earned accolades in several fields, including receiving the Blue Distinction Center+ for Maternity Care from BlueCross BlueShield and being named Illinois’s number one surgical care provider by Healthgrades.
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Parks in this Area
Discovery Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Eagle Ridge II Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Fishing
Grasslands Park
Basketball
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Mission Hills Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Community Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Deer Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Laurel Hill Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Eagle Ridge Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Orland Grassland
Bike Trails
Trails
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
35 min drive
Train
Orland Park - 179Th Street Station
Grasslands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grasslands, Orland Park sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Grasslands, Orland Park over the last 12 months is $535,000, up 41% 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
12,479
Median Age
52
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,916
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,943
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.7%
College Graduates
44%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.7%
% Population in Labor Force
58.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
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®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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