$391,900Average Value$357Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
The Southlands is a spacious suburb in the village of Tinley Park
When it comes to finding a comfortable place to live, location is key – The Southlands neighborhood is a part of the larger Tinley Park area, which gives its residents easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment without having to give up a spacious house. “Tinley Park is a well-established community. It’s very centrally located and convenient for commuters,” says John Mendez, a Real Estate Broker and the President of Realty One Group Heartland with over 20 years of experience. Roughly 30 miles south of Chicago, The Southlands is a residential neighborhood that consists of rows of streets lined with larger homes and manicured lawns.
Large Craftsman homes and smaller ranchers line the streets
Homebuyers can find many different houses in The Southlands. Large two-story Craftsman homes with around 3,000 square feet line the streets for anywhere between $400,000 to $500,000. For those who want something smaller, split levels and ranch-style homes go for $260,000 to $375,000. It’s not uncommon to see a remodeled rancher or prairie-style home with a gabled roof on the market for $375,000. Most of these properties have garages, a driveway and connecting sidewalks.
Students attend schools with small classes and high ratings
Families living in the area can send their little ones to very reputable schools nearby. John A. Bannes Elementary School is a part of Kirby School District No. 140 and boasts a B-plus grade on Niche. Virgil I Grissom Middle School has an A-minus Niche grade, above-average test scores and a 10-to-1 student-teacher ratio that gives students the attention they need to succeed. From there, students can attend Victor J Andrew High School within Consolidated High School District No. 230. The school has an A Niche grade, over 70 student extracurriculars and was ranked in the Top 20 Public High Schools in Cook County, Illinois list by Chicago Magazine.
Easy access to all the retail options in Tinley Park
Shopping for essentials in The Southlands is easier than you think – even though the neighborhood is mostly houses, it's centrally located near many commercial spaces. Tinley Park Commons shopping mall is right on the other side of South Harlem Avenue and has a Jewel-Osco for groceries. There are also banks, a pet clinic and a hair cutter for errands. When you’re hungry, there are plenty of restaurants all along South Harlem Avenue that are a quick drive away. Chow down on a chicken sandwich and some seasoned fries from Fry the Coup, or get a classic cheeseburger and shake from Schoop’s Hamburgers. For more retail options, residents can travel 2.5 miles up Harlem Avenue to Parks Center Plaza and Tinley Park Plaza. The expansive shopping area has everything from Aldi and Sam’s Club to Burlington clothing store – just about every big-box store and food chain restaurant imaginable.
Parks nearby offer trails, sports courts and a seasonal ice rink
While The Southlands is primarily residential, people won’t have to travel far for outdoor recreation. “There are a lot of parks, forest preserves and nature areas near the neighborhood. And those have an ice-skating rink and community centers with activities,” Mendez says. Tinley Park Community Park, on the other side of South 80th Avenue, is where residents can find this seasonal ice rink, along with a volleyball court, basketball court and baseball diamond. Come back in the summer for the water park on the grounds. Less than a mile north, Centennial Park has walking paths that go around its 12-acre lake.
Amphitheater and convention center offer year-round events
For indoor activities, many local companies and events look to the Tinley Park Convention Center, 2.8 miles away. Visitors can attend a trade show, exposition, sporting event and more. A little past the convention center is the Credit Union 1 Amphitheater, a live music venue that sees dozens of headline artists a year.
Just over a mile to catch the Metro into Chicago
While public transportation is available all throughout Tinley Park, most residents in The Southlands rely on their own vehicles to get around. For long-distance trips into Chicago and beyond, the Tinley Park Metro Station is only 1.5 miles away and can connect you to the Rock Island (RI) line.
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Parks in this Area
Tinley Park Community Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Volunteer Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Centennial Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Skateboard
McCarthy Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Eric "Moose" Nasebandt Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Volleyball
Bristol Park
Picnic Area
Soccer
Trails
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
30 min drive
The Southlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Southlands, Tinley Park sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in The Southlands, Tinley Park over the last 12 months is $543,625.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,129,000
Median Sale Price
$543,625
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,129,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$357
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
243
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1958
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,096
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,255
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
683
Median Age
44
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$119,921
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$117,833
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.8%
College Graduates
21.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.2%
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®
47/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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