Annual events and luxury homes in this Lake County town
Though it’s just a 38-mile drive from downtown Chicago, the community of St. John continues to embrace comfortable suburban living on the Indiana/Illinois border. “St. John has a lot of newer, higher-end homes, more than Crown Point to the east,” says Wendy Van Denburgh, broker with McColly Real Estate Winfield, with more than 20 years of industry experience. “It’s also more spread out, which might appeal to those looking for that suburban lifestyle.” Several parks are within walking distance of luxury homes, creating quiet green spaces within St. John. Students attend highly rated schools within Lake County districts, and locals flock to shops and restaurants on Wicker Avenue. St. John also hosts significant annual events including the St. John Octoberfest and St. John Festival, which feature games, carnival rides and food provided by local businesses.
New modern homes with three car garages can be found throughout St. John.
Lake Hills playground is a perfect addition to the community of St. John.
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New constructions and 1980s St. John family homes
Ranch-style dwellings built in the mid-2000s often come with two-car garages and sometimes a basement. These two-to-four-bedroom ranch homes can cost between $350,000 and $550,000. Traditional new constructions with modern farmhouse and Craftsman aesthetics often have four to five bedrooms and three-car garages. These residences in new subdivisions can cost between $550,000 and 800,000 or more. Many families that live along Springlake Road have private pools and a view of the manmade pond. Established houses like those on Oakridge Drive have varying design styles from the 1980s and cost between $375,000 and $475,000. Here, buyers can find a mix of split-levels, Tudor-inspired homes, and wood-sided mid-century moderns.
Beautiful single family homes with covered porches can be found throughout St. John.
Beautiful and charming homes built in the 1980s can be found throughout St. John.
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Top-notch Lake County public schools
Students in St. John may attend schools within the Lake Central School Corporation or Hanover Community School Corporation. Both school systems rank in the top five districts of Lake County. Lake Central students can begin at Kolling Elementary School for kindergarten through fourth grade and then go to Clark Middle School, which teaches fifth through eighth. Both schools score an A grade on Niche. Lake Central High School is the No. 3 best public high school in Lake County and also scores an A. Hanover Community students can start at either Lincoln Elementary School or Jane Ball Elementary School, both earning A-minuses and ranking in the top 20 best public elementary schools in Lake County. They can then attend Hanover Central Middle School, which also scores an A-minus. Hanover Central High School, graded a B-plus, is the No. 5 best public high school in Lake County.
Kolling Elementary is in the heart of St. John and a top rated school in Lake County.
Lake Central High School is the 3rd best high school in Lake County.
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Wiggly dogs and live performances in St. John parks
Wiggly Field Dog Park on Hedwig Drive has fenced runs for large and small dogs to play and socialize. There is also a set of agility equipment for training sessions and a shaded pavilion for owners to relax. Civic Memorial Park offers several sports courts and fields for working up a sweat, including a basketball court, volleyball court, three baseball fields and a tennis court. After a long day, residents can head to the Lake Hills subdivision to watch the sunset over Golf Lake or to fish off the pier. Lake Hills Park also hosts a Summer Concert Series for watching local musicians or a performance of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at the outdoor amphitheater. The Palmira Golf and Country Club on the south end of town offers a premiere public 18-hole course with a challenging design.
Play a round of basketball at Civic Memorial Park in St. John.
Wiggly Field Dog Park is a great place to allow your furry friends to run and play.
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Locally owned businesses on Wicker Avenue
“St. John is close to the Indiana-Illinois border and doesn’t have a central square, but a lot of people like to shop here,” Van Denburgh says. Much of St. John’s retail scene can be found along Wicker Avenue in the center of town, where locals can shop at big-box stores such as Target, Tractor Supply Co. and Aldi. The J & M Golf Shop is a popular place to buy golf equipment, and Bella Nails is a locally owned salon on Wicker Avenue. AVGO Breakfast and Lunch has a bright, open interior and full-service bar, with hand-crafted cocktails and coffee to go with a classic breakfast menu and lunch specialties. La Quesadilla Mexican Grill is a family-owned and operated restaurant that opened in 2006 and offers two-dollar tacos every Tuesday.
J and M Golf Shop in St. John is the only place to buy golf equipment in the area.
Bella Nails is a locally owned nail salon with thousands of colors to choose from.
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Aerial view of St. John downtown and water tower.
Amenities in St. John and commutes to Chicago
St. John is almost on the border of Illinois and Indiana, so downtown Chicago is about 38 miles north via Interstate 94. Right in town, the Community Hospital Outpatient Center is available for emergency services. While the Gary/Chicago International Airport is 17 miles away, most fly through O’Hare International Airport, about 55 miles away via Interstate 294.
Beautiful ponds with a fountain can be found at Prairie West Park in St. John.
St. John annual festivals and holiday traditions
In December, Prairie West Park hosts “Christmas in the Park,” where local businesses pay to sponsor decorated and lit-up Christmas trees for viewing. In July, St. John the Evangelist Parish puts on the St. John Festival in their parking lot, which includes a huge carnival with rides and games, food from local businesses and a raffle drawing. They also host the St. John Octoberfest in September, which has live music, German cuisine, games for children and a Bier Garden.
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Parks in this Area
Timber Lane Park
Trails
Playground
Civic Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Prairie West Park
Playground
Parking Lot
Lancer Park
Basketball
Playground
Eberly Park
Playground
Edgewood Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Heron Lake Park
Playground
Parking Lot
Multi-Purpose Field
Lake Hills Park
Fishing
Lake
Trails
Larimer Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
59 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Saint John
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint John, St John sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Saint John, St John over the last 12 months is $460,301, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This beautiful home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an oversized office/den that can serve as a 3rd bedroom. You can enjoy the serene pond view from the covered back patio or relax on the charming front porch. The open-concept layout features a spacious great room connected to a modern kitchen with 42-inch cabinets with soft close drawers, granite countertops, custom tile backsplash,
Discover the perfect blend of charm and modern amenities in this stunning ranch, located in the beloved Preserve subdivison. This idyllic property sits on a beautiful cornor lot with no back yard neighbors. Wide open concept with three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, large family area, kitchen nook, three car garage. Enjoy your morning coffee on the large deck through the living room or the primary bedroom
NEW CONSTRUCTION- IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY! FULLY LANDSCAPED! LAWN SPRINKLERS - THE PRESERVE-ST JOHN -SUPERIOR CRAFTMANSHIP- MODERN FARMHOUSE DESIGN w ATTENTION TO DETAIL! 4 BDRM-3-1/2 BATH-FULL BASEMENT-3 CAR GARAGE-STUNNING DECORATIVE WIDE TRIM & CROWN MOLDING - WIDE HANDSCRAPED OAK FLOORING - NUMEROUS CAN LIGHTS THROUGHOUT // MAIN LEVEL FEATURES: FAMILY RM w FIREPLACE - STUDY- AWESOME CULLINARY
Incredible Craftsman Home Set on a Perimeter Lot overlooking a Pond. Check out this 5 bedroom 2 story with over 3600 sq ft. Recently built with quality features including whole house water filtration, water softener, high efficiency furnace A/C, LoE Windows, finished garage, Engineered Wood floors & custom trim. Room for expansion with an unfinished basement just waiting for your ideas. Highly
Location--CHECK. Space--CHECK. Turnkey--CHECK! This 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,700+ sq. ft. St. John home is beautifully MAINTAINED & thoughtfully updated. COVERED front porch leads into a grand foyer w/ a striking staircase & chandelier. HARDWOOD floors (some brand NEW) & fresh paint flow throughout. The living room is filled w/ natural light & features a cozy FIREPLACE, while the remodeled eat-in kitchen
If You Are Looking For a Custom Home with an Impressively Unique Lay-Out and Design, Welcome to 9885 Belmont Circle. From the Foyer Entry, You are Greeted with a Distinctive Brazilian Pecan Floor. Not the Standard Floor Plan... the Property's Nature and Natural Light Overflows in to Each Room. Off the Vaulted Foyer, A Lovely Living Room Makes You Feel at Home Immediately. Fireplace Enhances the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
27,529
Median Age
44
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$115,120
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$134,736
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.8%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.1%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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