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Suburban streets in SW Romeoville
Wesglen is a modern, suburban community in southwest Romeoville, 35 miles from Chicago's city center. Peaceful ponds, manicured lawns and tree-shaded sidewalks bring a sense of suburban serenity to streets with floral names like Lavender, Zinnia and Honeysuckle.
According to local real estate agent Cheryl Morlock, "Wesglen has a very active community. You'll often see people out and about walking their dogs or riding bikes." Morlock is with EXIT Strategy Realty, a brokerage with over $2 billion in sales since opening.
1990s to 2000s subdivision homes
Most homes in Wesglen were built from the late 1990s to early 2000s and are typically three- or four-bedroom models with 1,500 to 2,500 square feet. The neighborhood's home values generally range from $325,000 to $375,000. Houses that back up to one of the subdivision ponds would be on the high end, over $400,000. These homes often have four bedrooms and over 4,000 square feet. On the lower end of the market, there are 1,500-square-foot townhouses for around $200,000.
Most homes in Wesglen were built between 1998 and 2002 and offer lots of yard and living space.
Houses in Wesglen have private driveways and two car attached garages.
Dutch Colonial
Townhouses are an alternate to single family homes in Wesglen.
Wesglen is a modern, suburban community in southwest Romeoville.
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Schools like Hermansen and Martinez
Kids may attend public schools like Kenneth L. Hermansen Elementary School, graded B-minus by Niche. A. Vito Martinez Middle, graded A-minus, serves around 700 students and has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12-1. Creative extracurriculars to choose from include clubs for creative writing, gardening, art and drama.
Romeoville High School, also A-minus, has an Illinois Report Card designation as a commendable school with no underperforming student groups and a 93% graduation rate. High school students can enroll in employment-path studies at the Wilco Area Career Center, where classes include aviation mechanics, barbering, culinary arts and landscaping.
About 5 miles away, there's the main campus of Lewis University, a private school with approximately 6,500 students. In addition to undergraduate and graduate courses, Lewis has a flight team and a corporate airport with two runways.
Students living in Wespark are zoned for Kenneth L. Hermansen Elementary.
A Vito Martinez Middle School is highly rated, public school in Romeoville.
Romeoville High School building in Hampton Park.
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Wesglen Country Club, parks and golf
The community is centered around the Wesglen Country Club, where members can host events in the banquet hall or enjoy the fresh air at the pool or tennis courts. Across the street is Wesglen Park, where kids enjoy the playground and three baseball diamonds provide plenty of space to pitch. "There are a lot of opportunities for recreation here, with parks and walking trails," Morlock says. Boucher Prairie Park, located on the neighborhood's south side, features a playground, basketball court and an in-line hockey rink. On hot summer days, kids cool off at the park's splash pad.
A bit to the south, there's the Mistwood Golf Club, a public, 18-hole course full of lush rolling hills and picturesque water features. In 2021, Mistwood was named one of the "Best Golf Schools and Academies" by Golf Digest. Nearby nature preserves include Lake Renwick Heron Rookery and Avery Preserve.
Wesglen Park is located in the center of the neighborhood.
Wesglen Park offers three baseball fields and a playground.
Enjoy bird and wildlife watching while at Lake Renwick Preserve, a short way from Wesglen.
The Wesglen Country Club has tennis courts, a swimming pool and a banquet hall.
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Romeoville Crossings for Scene75
Retail, entertainment and dining options are just a short drive from home. The Romeoville Crossings shopping center has a Walmart and Scene75 Entertainment Center, the largest entertainment center in Chicagoland. Its attractions include go-karts, laser tag, mini-bowling and a roller coaster. For more retail, there's an Aldi close by and brand-name stores like T.J. Maxx and Kohl's.
In Wespark, to the east, The Corned Beef Hideout is not shy with portions. Those who spent a day on the green at Mistwood Golf Club might visit McWethy's Tavern on Renwick Road. Diners enjoy hearty dishes like blackened catfish or lamb burgers in the rustic, Scottish-inspired setting.
Residents of Wesglen craving delicious deli sandwiches can head to The Corned Beef Hideout.
The Corned Beef Hideout serves up massive corn beef sandwiches to the people of Wesglen.
Aldi is one of the several grocery stores that Wesglen residents can shop at.
Major retailers can be found on directly outside of Wesglen.
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Rockin' the Ville delights each summer
A lot is going on in Romeoville, from summer's Movies Under the Stars and concert series Rockin' the Ville to fall events like a community garage sale, the Hispanic Heritage Celebration and the Autumn Colors Craft Show. Expect the customary holiday events in December, followed by the all-ages Enchanted Ball in February and a Bunny Bash and Egg Hunt in March.
The Romeoville Metra Station can take residents of Wesglen to Chicago.
I-55 and Pace transportation
Interstate 55 is accessible via Weber Road, allowing for a straightforward, 35-mile drive to downtown Chicago. The Windy City's suburban bus system, Pace, offers ride services within a 10-mile radius of Romeoville and vanpooling with flexible fares and a tax-free commuter benefit. Commuters have the benefit of light-rail travel from the Romeoville Metra Station, which is about 6 miles away. There’s also a Park-n-Ride at White Fence Farm.
Ovation Center's Senior Services
Seniors looking for programs, special events and a central place to access services will make the most of the Ovation Center. Created by Senior Services of Will County, the Village of Romeoville and other local partners, the 100,000-square-foot venue combines event space with retail and providers, including Silver Cross Hospital and Friends Over Fifty, a home-care company.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Volunteer Park
Lakeshore Park
Century Park
Weslake Park
Independence Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Budler Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Boucher Prairie Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
39 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wesglen
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wesglen Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wesglen, Romeoville sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wesglen, Romeoville over the last 12 months is $460,000, down 16% 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
3,319
Median Age
35
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$116,263
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$127,880
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89%
College Graduates
36.9%
Advanced Degrees
7.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
17/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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