Just beside the O’Hare International Airport and a 30-minute Metra ride to downtown Chicago, Rosemont is a bustling suburb with low housing inventory and plenty of things to do. Residents can access various local restaurants, world-class shopping at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago, highly rated schools and some of Chicago’s top entertainment. “It’s an absolutely suburban setting in the middle of everything,” says April Kibler, who’s sold real estate in Chicago since 2004. Since single-family options are limited, the market moves quickly, with buyers vying to own ample land in this active suburb of Chicago. For buyers who are lucky enough to get a piece of the pie, “It’ll be the last house you live in,” Kibler says. “Because you have no reason to leave.”
When it comes to fun and leisure, another big amenity that keeps people within Rosemont is the Entertainment District.
Rivers Casino is near the Rosemont neighborhood and offers free shuttles.
When it comes to fun and leisure, another big amenity is Zanies Comedy Club.
Picturesque Fountain Comprised of Large Rocks, Creating Multiple, Cascading Waterfalls With Village of Rosemont Sign.
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Act fast for Rosemont’s single-family housing
Single-family housing is limited in Rosemont, as most of the housing in the neighborhood is multi-family. As Kibler says, “You are a lucky duck if you can grab a house there.” Single-family options are typically single-story brick ranch-style homes, often with ample front and back yards. Multi-family units usually belong to small standalone buildings with six or so units, or there are some larger condo complexes in the neighborhood, some with amenities like pools, playgrounds and picnic areas. The market moves relatively quickly here, with sales occurring after an average of 32 days on the market. The median price in Rosemont is about $200,000 overall and just over $500,000 for a single-family home. Inventory is low, so buyers interested in this neighborhood, especially in single-family housing, should keep an eye on listings.
Homes in Rosemont have large grassy front yards, and driveways.
Rosemont is considered a safe family friendly neighborhood and a great place to walk your dog.
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Well-reviewed public schools in Rosemont
For preschool through eighth grade, Rosemont students attend Rosemont Elementary School, which received a B-plus on the educational review site, Niche. Then, they attend East Leyden High School, which received an A-minus. East Leyden High School offers a career pathway program, which prepares students through academic and technical study for a full range of postsecondary options within a chosen career cluster, which range between options like STEM, business and manufacturing. Nearby private schools include Mary, Seat of Wisdom School, a Catholic school for preschool through eighth-grade students, and Brickton Montessori School, which has programs for infants through eighth graders.
Rosemont Elementary School is a public school in Rosemont, IL.
East Leyden High School main entrance to school.
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Recreation in the Rosemont Park District
The Rosemont Park District has several rec centers, playgrounds and other public green spaces for residents to enjoy. The district offers a range of programs for all community members, like yoga and ceramics classes for adults, sports leagues for kids and pool passes for the summertime. At Christmas, Rosemont Park is known for its elaborate light display, one Kibler says can be seen from the highway.
Kids can work on their arm strength at Margaret J. Lange Park.
At Rosemont Park, the Playground and Splash Pad Keep the Tots Happy, While Others Congregate on the Basketball Court and Baseball Field.
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Shopping at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago and dining locally
Local dining options in Rosemont include Bub City, a barbecue restaurant with live music on weekends; Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse, which pays tribute to the Chicago Cubs sportscaster; and Mr. Broast, which serves fried chicken, burgers and bubble tea. Residents can grocery shop at Target or Mariano’s and do the rest of their shopping at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago, an indoor outlet mall in the neighborhood with over 130 designer brands.
In Rosemont, Nothing Beats Window Shopping at the Upscale Fashion Outlet, Featuring Brands From Gucci to Burberry to Calvin Klein.
Head to Caddyshack, a Golf-Themed Restaurant and Sports Bar Named After Bill Murray’s Comedic Hit Movie – It’s Even Owned by the Actor and His Family.
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Getting to and from Chicago
Residents take the CTA Blue Line into the city, which leaves the Rosemont station every seven minutes. The nearest hospital, Ascension Resurrection, is less than five miles away, and traveling in and out of town is easy, with O’Hare International Airport just across the street.
The Rosemont Metra station runs semi frequently with stops in Chicago to Antioch.
Commuters switch from bus to rail at the Rosemont CTA transit hub.
As the sun sets over Rosemont eager passangers wait to board the CTA Blue line.
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Entertainment at the Rosemont Theatre and Allstate Arena
With the Rosemont Theatre and Allstate Arena in the neighborhood, there’s always plenty to do in Rosemont. The Rosemont Theatre hosts Broadway performances, ballets and concerts, and the Allstate Arena is home to the Chicago Wolves, WWE, Harlem Globetrotters, Stars on Ice and Disney on Ice, and has concerts by internationally acclaimed musicians.
You can catch a movie at the AMC theater in Rosemont.
Be sure to check out the Rosemont Theater when you visit.
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Written By
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On average, homes in Rosemont, IL sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Rosemont, IL over the last 12 months is $289,000, up 48% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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