Small Chicago suburb with great parks, schools and housing options
Fourteen miles southwest of downtown Chicago, Summit is a small suburb that was incorporated as a village in 1890. Here, residents can find various single- and multi-family housing options for lower prices than in the city, and a local train station gives them easy access to Amtrak and Metra services. The area has historically operated and continues to operate as a corn-processing town, with Corn Products Corp. (now Ingredion) building the world's largest corn-processing plant in the community at the turn of the twentieth century. Today, Ingredion is still one of the major employers in the area, and the facility is one of the largest of its kind in the world. Many move here to work there or at ACH Food Companies' similar facility, and it's merely a perk that the village has an active park system, highly rated schools and a rich stock of relatively low-cost single-family housing.
The village of Summit provides its residents with nearby parks, local restaurants and bars.
Summit is located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago.
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Bungalows, Cape Cods and condos
Summit has a mix of single- and multi-family housing options. "Compared to nearby [communities], the housing styles in Summit are super unique," says Homero Garza, who's sold real estate in the area for 18 years. "No two homes in the area are alike." Single-family housing is generally modest, with brick or vinyl siding, in styles like bungalows, Cape Cods and craftsmen. Condos are available in smaller buildings, often with only two to four units. Prices in Summit start around $150,000 for a two-bedroom condo and get as high as $475,000 for a multi-unit investment building. Most buyers should expect to spend $200,000 to $300,000, and the median price hovers around $240,000.
Summit is mostly made up of cape cod style homes.
Summit is known for having mostly brick homes.
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Transportation options in Summit
Summit is about 14 miles southwest of downtown Chicago, about a 20-minute drive without traffic. Metra and Amtrak serve Summit with train lines that stop at the local train station. Summit is four miles west of the Chicago Midway International Airport and five miles east of the nearest hospital, UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange.
Summit residents can transit at the nearby Summit Metra Station.
Summit has a number of public transportation options.
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Local dining and nearby retail shopping
Summit residents love their local restaurants, like Portillo's & Barnelli's, a Chicago chain that serves hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches; Weber's Bakery, which has baked cakes, tortes and other treats since 1930; and El Faro, which serves steak burritos and chile relleno tacos 24/7. Residents get groceries at ALDI and shop four miles west in Hodgkins, which has a Target, Walmart and Sam's Club.
Portillo's is a neighborhood favorite for Summit residents.
Summit residents love to get baked goods at the nearby Weber's Bakery.
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Spending time outside in the Summit Park District
Summit has four community parks: Summit Park, Hanover Park, Argo Park and Legion Park. Summit Park is the largest in the community, with extensive trails, a playground, a disc golf course and a dog park. Hanover and Legion are smaller but have ample green space and playgrounds. Argo Park was recently renovated to include new playground equipment, basketball courts, softball fields and a walking path. The Summit Park District hosts ongoing recreational programs and seasonal events like an Easter egg hunt and Father's Day car show.
Summit Park has great paths for riding a bike on a nice day.
The tennis courts at Summit Park are a great place to play a match in Summit.
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Argo Community High School recognized by U.S. News & World Report
Summit has four elementary schools — Graves Dual Language, Walker, Walsh and Wharton — one middle school, Heritage, and one high school, Argo Community. All of these schools received B-minuses or C-pluses on the educational review site, Niche, except for Argo, which received an A-minus. In 2014 and 2016, Argo received a bronze medal from the U.S. News & World Report for outstanding academic performance, and it was the only school in the South Suburban Conference to do so.
Argo Community High School features a red brick design.
Otis P Graves Elementary School is located in Summit.
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Community resources at the Summit Public Library
The Summit Public Library provides various services to the community's residents, like English language conversation groups, GED test preparation courses and other literacy and job skills development resources, including a summer literacy program for Spanish speakers. For children, they offer weekly bilingual story times and bilingual tutoring by local high school honor students.
Summit Public Library is a great place to study or relax.
Various home styles sit closely together on small lots with Chicago skyline in the background
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Beautifully maintained threeunit brick building in an excellent location - originally rehabbed a few years ago with additional recent upgrades by the current owner including a new parking pad, separate furnaces and water heaters for each unit, refinished surfaces and new flooring throughout; units were freshly painted when the owner took over and tenants pay on time, making this a smoothly
Great investment opportunity! This legal 4-unit frame building offers tremendous potential and is being sold as-is. The property includes two 2BD/1BA units in the front and two smaller rear units with more compact bedrooms. City violations are present, and the Village of Summit requires the buyer to post a $30,000 bond. Cash offers preferred. Don't miss this value-add opportunity with excellent
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Great Opportunity to own this single-family home built in 1954 featuring 7 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. ***SPECIAL NOTES: (1) This is a CASH ONLY transaction. (2) Seller to pay Taxes, HOA, and Municipal/Utility Liens. (3) Please read the Auction disclaimers carefully before placing a bid or submitting an offer. ***
Val LaborevitchRealhome Services & Solutions, Inc.
Welcome to 5404! A charming well-kept home that blends classic character with modern updates. Featuring 3 bedrooms 1.1 bathroom, this cozy single-family sits on a spacious corner lot. Inside, you'll find beautifully refinished hardwood floors in the bedrooms, enhancing the home's natural charm. Living room makeover with just modern recessed LED lighting that brightens the entire space. Additional
Affordable 5-Bedroom Home with Easy Commute to Chicago!! Looking for space, comfort, and quick access to the city? This charming corner home offers 5 large bedrooms-including a main-level primary suite-plus 3 upstairs bedrooms and a half bath, perfect for families or guests. With 2.5 bathrooms, a formal dining room, and a partially finished basement, there's room for everyone and everything.
Stunning and spacious single-family home in the heart of Summit! Step into a beautifully designed main level featuring soaring ceilings and an open-concept layout with a bright living room, formal dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen offering modern cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient half bath-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The second level features a
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Are you ready to build your dream home? Flat buildable lot. 3125 sq. ft. Zoned R-2. Drive by to see the property. Experience this lovely community with schools conveniently located near by and a close distance to a variety of businesses. Don't miss this opportunity!
Eugenia ChambersBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Charming Townhome in Summit - Spacious, Updated & Move-In Ready! Welcome to 7626 W 63rd Place, a beautifully maintained 3 beds, 2.5 bath townhome offering approximately 1,504 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space in the heart of Summit. This home blends modern updates with comfortable, functional layout. Perfect for buyers seeking style and everyday convenience. Step inside to a bright,
Mohammad IsaBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Feel at home in this renovated 2340-SF home, located just 3 miles from Midway Airport and approximately 16 minutes from downtown Chicago. This property features 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.The updated home, renovated in 2019, features a modern kitchen with updated flooring and granite countertops. The arcade room includes a race car and pilot simulator with a real chair and 3 monitors, a
Well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located in the heart of Summit. Features a spacious living area, great natural light, ample closet space, and a functional kitchen. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, public transportation, and major highways. Available for immediate occupancy. Tenants are responsible for electric and cooking gas bills. Parking is in the back of the building.
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Feel at home in this renovated 2340-square-foot home, located just 3 miles from Midway Airport and approximately 16 minutes from downtown Chicago. This property features 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.The updated home, renovated in 2019, features a modern kitchen with updated flooring and granite countertops. Enjoy the arcade room with 5 distinct gaming options: a race car and pilot
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Fully furnished 2-bedroom / 1-bathroom unit offering approximately 1,300 sq ft of living space in a quiet Summit neighborhood.This unit features brand-new appliances, shared laundry, a private 2-car garage, smart home lighting, and keyless entry locks. Furnishings are modern, clean, and thoughtfully selected, making this an ideal home.
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