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Triangular suburb in northeast Tinley Park
Lancaster Woods is an orderly community nestled in the northeast corridor of Tinley Park, considered one of the fastest-growing suburbs outside of Chicago. Lancaster Woods' east end is filled with lush nature preserves like St. Mihiel Woods East, Yankee Woods and the George Dunne National Golf Course. Cheri Cronin, a broker with Coldwell Banker Realty with more than 40 years of experience in real estate, says, "Lancaster Woods is great for those who want a quiet, suburban lifestyle while also being close to interstates, shopping, parks, and nature preserves."
Lancaster Woods has a variety of housing styles.
Residents of Lancaster Woods can enjoy Tinley Park's Public Library and nature paths.
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Tinley Park Commons has regional groceries, with local dining scattered
Tinley Park Commons is a small shopping district within Lancaster Woods that hosts the regional supermarket chain Jewel-Osco. Rubino's Italian Imports is also nearby, selling authentic Italian meats, cheeses and wine. Residents can eat at several restaurants off Oak Park Avenue, like Old Tinley Pub & Eatery, a sports bar hosting gameday watch parties. Old Tinley Pub has house-special burgers like the Bradwich, which features an 8-ounce patty topped with cheddar cheese, barbecue pork and coleslaw on a brioche bun. Mely's Mexican Cuisine is on the neighborhood's northern edge and serves steak and al pastor tacos.
Old Tinley Pub & Eatery is a sports bar with TVs to watch your favorite team
Stop for groceries at Jewel Osco, the neighborhood staple
Village Pizza is a local favorite for Chicago-style deep dish in Tinley Park
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Lancaster Woods hosts nature preserves and George Dunne Golf Course to the east
Residents can stroll to the centrally located Lancaster Woods Park, a 2-acre suburban green space surrounding Midlothian Creek. Also within the enclave is Robert Allen McAllister Park, which is on the neighborhood's northeast corner and is a small nature woodland park with grassy fields to picnic or walk through amongst willow oak trees. Further east are St. Mihiel Woods and Yankee Woods, two sprawling nature preserves with dense canopies of shade trees and miles of trails to walk, jog, or bike on. Dogs are also allowed if they are leashed. George Dunne National Golf Course is beside Yankee Woods; this 18-hole premier course caters to all skill levels, with PGA-experienced trainers ready to teach fundamentals.
Enjoy the sounds of the creek at Lancaster Woods Park
Lancaster Woods Park is a small suburban nature preserve the runs through the neighborhood
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Modern styles resting on spacious lawns
Lancaster Woods is full of ranch-style houses, Victorians with modern finishes, split levels, and Contemporary custom builds resting on residential streets with little to no sidewalks. Single-family homes in Lancaster Woods range from $300,000 to $500,000, varying by lot size and square footage. There are also individual condos for sale from $150,000 to $200,000. Most houses in the neighborhood feature spacious yards, driveways and garages. Many older homes have also been modernized with updated kitchens and bathrooms. A few lots are available for those who want to build their dream home from scratch. Cronin adds, "The housing stock is older, but homeowners have tactfully modernized many properties. The property taxes are a little lower than nearby suburbs as well."
Beautiful Victorian style homes are found around Lancaster Woods
Condo developments with easy parking are surrounded by greenery in Lancaster Woods.
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Tinley Park High supports AP learning
Students in Lancaster Woods are served by Tinley Park Community Consolidated School District No. 146 for Pre-K through middle school and Bremen Community High School District No. 228 for high school. Kids will likely attend Bert H. Fulton School and Central Middle School, which both hold a B overall rating from Niche. Tinley Park High is rated an A-minus and is located a block south of the neighborhood. Tinley Park High School also hosts the Advanced Placement curriculum for students to earn college credits before graduation.
Fulton Elementary School, located in Tinley Park, has about 400 students in grades PK, K-5
Central Middle School is a well rated public school in the Harlem Avenue Estates neighborhood, serving about 770 students.
Tinley Park High School has great academic and athletic opportunities for students.
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Interstate 57 and the Metra Red Line help residents commute to Chicago
For everything the Windy City offers, residents can take Interstate 57 North to downtown Chicago after a 27-mile drive. Lancaster Woods also has commuter rail access, as Tinley Park Station is within the neighborhood, residents can ride the Red Line into Chicago in less than an hour.
Catch the Metra into the city at Tinley Park Station, located downtown
Lancaster Woods has easy access to multiple highways, including I-57.
Lancaster Woods enjoys the proximity of Tinley Park's Metra station.
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Parks in this Area
Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Saint Boniface Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Lewis Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Friendly Oaks Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Tennis
Robert Allen McAllister Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Lancaster Woods Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
29 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lancaster Woods
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lancaster Woods Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lancaster Woods, Tinley Park sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lancaster Woods, Tinley Park over the last 12 months is $312,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Secluded, wooded & rolling lot available in the Forest Glen Neighborhood of Tinley Park. Perfect location for your new home! This neighborhood is adjacent to Vogt Woods & Midlothian Creek and is near the Downtown Tinley Park area and the commuter train. Great place to call home & build in Tinley Park!
NESTLED BESIDE A PRIVATE, SPRING-FED LAKE IN A WOODED GROVE, Edgewater Walk is a great place to call home! Our very spacious apartment homes include FREE HEAT, COOKING GAS, & WATER! There is a separate dining area with brick accent, large eat-in kitchen, ceiling fan, dishwasher, window blinds & intercom entry system. Private balconies and large, bright windows enhance the total living experience.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,815
Median Age
41
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,749
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,889
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
36.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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