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Thorton residents easily explore surrounding areas
The village of Thornton, Illinois is situated in the southern part of Cook County, and beckons residents by offering a serene way of life from the urban hustle. Located approximately 25 miles south of downtown Chicago, the village strategically caters to those in pursuit of a suburban lifestyle while ensuring effortless connections to the vibrant city. "Like other nearby communities, Interstate 294 runs alongside this neighborhood and provides easy access to adjacent regions, which adds to its appeal, especially for commuters,” says Realtor Margaret Banks, with Home Sellers Realty, Inc. Thornton has numerous green spaces and is home to one of the largest limestone quarries in the world.
The Quarry Restaurant has great live entertainment to go along with its great food.
Thornton is a village in Cook County and in the south suburbs of Chicago.
The Thornton Quarry produces more than 7 million tons of rock products a year.
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Farmhouses and split levels in Thorton
The village has roomy tree-lined streets with formal sidewalks, giving residents the opportunity to take morning or afternoon strolls. These secondary roads display split-levels, farmhouses and traditional ranch-style homes with well-kept lawns. Most of the homes sit on single lots and come equipped with elongated driveways. Home prices range from $125,000 to $300,000. “Homebuyers looking in this area tend to appreciate the diverse buying options available," says Banks. "For those in search of starter homes, this market is particularly suitable."
One of many beautiful homes nested in the quaint southwest suburbs of Thornton area.
Homes in the lovely and quiet Thornton area are well-manicured and very appealing.
An elegant and charming home located in the Thornton area.
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Public and private school options
Students can enroll in Wolcott School, which teaches K-8 and earned a B-plus from Niche. After graduating, they can then move on to Thornwood High School, which has a C-grade. Here, they can join a number of different school activities like mathletes, student journalism and art club. There is also a number of private options, like Morgan Park Academy, which was given an A-plus and is counted among the top ten private schools in the state.
The Wolcott School is a public school with 236 students from grades K-8.
Thornton has one of the largest commercial limestone quarries in the world.
The Thornton Library provides books, eBooks, movies, and computer access to the public.
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Thorton is car-dependent
Most residents rely on personal vehicles to navigate through the community, although Pace bus stops are located north of West Margaret Street. Interstate 294 and U.S. Route 1 serve as the major thoroughfares in the village. Metra stops and Amtrak locations are accessible in the neighboring villages of Hazel Crest, Flossmoor and Homewood.
The Homewood Metra Station is close to the Thornton area.
Park Place Plaza features retail and dining options
South Halstead Street (U.S. Route 1) stands out as the primary dining and retail destination. Park Place Plaza hosts various dining options, including Panera Bread and Starbucks for breakfast, Mod Pizza or Five Guys for a quick lunch, and Portillo’s Homewood for dinner. Chug A Lug Pub & Grill is celebrated for its lamb chops, inviting outdoor patio area and entertainment options like duckpin bowling, axe-throwing and billiards. Residents can fulfill wardrobe needs at T.J. Maxx, Kohl’s, and Famous Footwear, while Target and Home Depot offer a range of home goods. For at-home cooking necessities, Jewel-Osco provides fresh produce and grocery essentials. Additionally, on the west side of the community, along West Margaret Street, residents can have an evening of fun. Residents can spice up their evening by indulging in craft beer and grooving to live tunes at The Quarry Restaurant or stepping into the historic Thornton Distillery, Co., where eye-catching modern rustic décor meets impressive cocktails. The nearest movie theater, Marcus Chicago Heights Cinema, is located about 15 minutes south in the city of Chicago Heights.
Chug-A-Lug Pub & Grill has Duckpin Bowling, Axe-Throwing, Billiards, great food & entertainment.
This delicious cheeseburger and onion rings can be ordered at the Thornton Distilling Company.
Target is one of the many retail stores that are in the Thornton area.
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Parks in and around Thorton
Charles P. Nason Park, situated behind the Village of Thornton Community Center, and Diekelman Park offer traditional play areas and sports courts, while the village's skate park is located on the grounds of the Village of Thornton Police Department. The most prominent green space is the Wampum Lake Nature Preserve, tucked on the west side of the village. Residents can enjoy a diverse ecosystem featuring a sand seep, freshwater marsh and wet floodplain forests. The preserve offers a popular one-mile loop trail, attracting birding enthusiasts, hikers and casual walkers alike. Shaded picnic groves and expansive open spaces provide tranquil spots for relaxation. Wampum Lake, the centerpiece of the preserve, spans 35 acres with nearly a mile of shoreline. Beyond its scenic beauty, the lake serves as a designated ice fishing location. The community is also widely known for The Thornton Quarry, which stands as a popular destination for residents to explore. Stretching one and a half miles in length and a half-mile in width and reaching a depth of 450 feet at its lowest point, the quarry consists of three interconnected large quarries linked by tunnels. Residents can schedule tours on the first Saturday of June and October. Thornton’s other well-known attractions include Homewood Memorial Gardens and Washington Memory Gardens, both located on the west side of the community, with the former housing the graves of legendary Queen of Blues KoKo Taylor and iconic comedian and actor Bernie Mac.
Kids love the playground at Walter Diekelman Park in Thornton area.
Scarecrow Stroll is one of several Thorton events
Throughout the year, the village of Thornton organizes events to foster community connection, such as the Scarecrow Stroll at Nason Park, trunk or treats, pumpkin hunts and Thornton's Annual Holiday Happening Weekend during the first weekend in December.
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