$298,330Average Value$172Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Wespark mortgages are comparable to monthly rent
Major metropolises like Chicago are seldom associated with affordable housing for first-time buyers, but those who dream of their own lawns and their own land can find accessible prices in Wespark. Those looking to escape the cycle of leases or the commotion of Chicago find themselves in this quiet southwest suburb. Between 40 and 50 minutes from the Windy City, Wespark is a neighborhood in the Village of Romeoville, a few miles west of Lewis University. Families use sidewalks to trot to two neighborhood parks on sunny weekend days, and two major grocers enclose the neighborhood, making shopping for a family quick and easy.
Wespark is mostly suburban with many amenities nearby and two parks within walking distance.
Wespark offers quiet, tree lined streets that are ideal for taking a walk.
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Romeoville High partners with neighboring Lewis University
Wespark children begin their education at Kenneth L. Hermansen Elementary School, which receives a B-minus from Niche. After fifth grade, they move on to A. Vito Martinez Middle School, which earns a B, before completing their secondary education at Romeoville High School. Rated the tenth-best public high school in Will County, Romeoville High School earns an A-minus from Niche and offers students various college and career preparation opportunities. The school empowers its students to earn college credit even before their freshman year through partnerships with four local colleges and universities, including Lewis University. Students can also earn industry credentials, like ServSafe and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) certifications, through Romeoville High.
The greater Romeoville area is also home to Lewis University, one of a few Lasallian universities founded by the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools in the country. With an impressive history of aviation education and other programs, the university helps around 6,500 students—many adult learners—achieve their next career goals.
Romeoville High School serves students in several neighborhoods, including Wespark.
Lewis University
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Wespark parks make family life fun
Amateur fishermen wait patiently for a bite at the pond in Century Park; if they’re extra lucky, they may catch a glimpse of a graceful wading bird in the distance. Century Park, with its two baseball fields, a basketball court and a playground in the north of the neighborhood, is a family favorite once the weekend rolls around. In the south, there’s Discovery Park and its football fields, volleyball and basketball courts, little league soccer games and playground. “Each subdivision has parks, basketball courts and different things for kids to do,” says local broker Marla Good with Keller Williams Preferred Realty.
Century Park in Wespark and offers a basketball court, playground, and more.
Wespark Discovery Park Playground
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Wespark—an affordable entry point to homeownership
First-time buyers have a mix of townhouses and single-family homes to choose from. Families looking for three bedrooms and more lawn space can find symmetrical, two-story, vinyl modern traditional homes between $250,000 and $350,000. Townhomes with two to three bedrooms between $250,000 and $300,000 are an option for those who don’t mind living a little closer to their neighbors. A significant portion of Wespark housing was built around the turn of the century, with some townhouses constructed in the mid-2000s.
Duplex houses with yard space can be found in Wespark.
Townhouses in Wespark include attached one and two car garages.
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Convenience of the suburbs, connection to the city
Weber Road is the conveyer of convenience for Wespark residents. Running along the east side of the neighborhood, it takes drivers past multiple shopping centers before it connects to Interstate 55 north of Wespark. Once on the interstate, commuters can reach Downtown Chicago in around 50 minutes. “No matter which way you venture out, you can get anywhere you want to go,” says Good. The Metra Metropolitan Rail services Romeoville as well, though the station is about a 15-minute drive away from Wespark.
Wespark residents have a 10 minute drive to the Romeoville Metra Station.
Wespark residents have access to the I-55, which is right off of Weber Rd.
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The best corned beef in West Chicagoland
The neighborhood Jewel-Osco and Aldi on Weber Road make quick runs to the grocery store easy for busy parents. Across Weber Road, TJ Maxx and Kohl’s cover grocery-unrelated needs. Those looking for the best corned beef sandwich in the west suburbs don’t need to look further than the Corned Beef Hideout, which also serves pastrami sandwiches. The portions are huge, so patrons come with an empty stomach. For weekend brunches, locals head to Niko’s Breakfast Club, a laid-back spot that serves hearty breakfasts, soup and sandwiches in a bright, casual space.
The Corned Beef Hideout, located near Westpark, offers mouth-watering cornedbeef.
Local residents of Wespark typically do their grocery shopping at nearby stores such as Aldi.
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Parks in this Area
Volunteer Park
Lakeshore Park
Century Park
Weslake Park
Independence Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Boucher Prairie Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Discovery Park
Brent Hassert Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
37 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wespark
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wespark Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wespark, Romeoville sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Wespark, Romeoville over the last 12 months is $277,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Victoria HolmesBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
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MULTIPLE OFFERS received. Highest and best due on SUNDAY 8 pm. Beautiful corner unit townhome offering two bedrooms upstairs, a spacious loft that can easily be converted into a third bedroom, and a finished basement with an additional bedroom. The home has been recently painted and features updated finishes throughout. The main level offers an open layout filled with natural light, connecting
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,405
Median Age
35
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,791
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,195
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.6%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
% Population in Labor Force
77.3%
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®
38/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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