Lyon Grove
Neighborhood in Waukegan, Illinois
Lake County 60085
Lyon Grove's Nationals and American Foursquares
Telephone wires hang over the Nationals, workers’ cottages and American Foursquares in Lyon Grove. The occasional mature tree offers a spot of shade for pedestrians taking a walk through the neighborhood, with streetlamps turning on in the evenings. Homes have small front gardens, with the little flowerbeds adding some personality to front lawns. Houses here typically range between $175,000 and $300,000.
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Strolls along the Waukegan River and beach days
Just a short walk from most homes, Powell Park’s walking path has bridges crossing the Waukegan River, though many people also like to walk along the water. Kids can play on the playground, and sled down the hill in the winter. The river also flows through Ray Bradbury Park, named after the Waukegan-born author and featuring little plaques about his life. This park offers another playground. Over along Lake Michigan, people can cool off in the summer at Waukegan Municipal Beach, with the two lighthouses—one with a red stripe, and the other with a green one. The park also has a marina with 1,000 slips, and many people come here to watch the sailboats.
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Earning dual credit through the College of Lake County
Lyon Grove students can attend H.R. McCall Elementary School, which earns a C-plus from Niche. Miguel Juarez Middle School receives a D-plus. At Waukegan High School, students can take dual credit courses through the College of Lake County. The high school receives a C-minus ranking and has two campuses—Brookside for ninth and tenth grades, and Washington for eleventh and twelfth grades.
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Classic cars and a longstanding Waukegan tradition
Scoop the Loop is one of Waukegan’s biggest traditions of the year—and a longstanding one, according to Simone. In the 50s and 60s, residents used to drive their nice cars through downtown, and Waukegan today invites those with antique and classic cars to bring them to Sheridan Road for a car show and competition. In September, Waukegan celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Viva La Independencia, a parade with people on horses and a festival with live music and vendors.Taking the bus or driving to downtown Waukegan
Grand Avenue runs just to the north of Lyon Grove, connecting residents with downtown Waukegan, just 1 mile away. Buses also run along Grand Avenue and Washington Street, offering another way for residents to get downtown. The local hospital is also over here, Vista Medical Center – East, 1.5 miles away. Commuters can also head downtown to the Waukegan Metra, 1.5 miles from Lyon Grove. Downtown Chicago is 42 miles away, with Chicago O’Hare International Airport 33 miles away.Downtown's longstanding theatre and namesake taverns
Being so close to downtown Waukegan, residents can conveniently access the restaurants there. Named after the pseudonym for Waukegan in one of Ray Bradbury’s novels, Green Town Tavern serves burgers and sandwiches with impressive cheese pulls. “We’ve got a really cool microbrewery—they have drag shows and amazing cocktails on tap, and really fun 80s nights,” Simone says, about Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing. “The owner is a cooky old punk guy.” Also downtown, Genesee Theatre opened in December 1927, adorned with a large chandelier and red-upholstered seats. “As a nod to being a former movie theatre, they’ll play movies,” Simone says with a laugh. “They just did ‘The Princess Bride’.” The theatre also hosts live performances and musical acts. Down Grand Avenue, people can shop at Lewis Fresh Market, just under 2 miles away. Aldi and Tony’s Fresh Market are also about 2 miles away.
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Written By
Caroline Ernst
Video By
Antoine Allen
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Venny Rivera
Venny Rivera
eXp Realty
(224) 458-2864
311 Total Sales
2 in Lyon Grove
$126K - $170K Price Range
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Amy Kite
Amy Kite
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Infinity
(815) 581-9501
1,136 Total Sales
1 in Lyon Grove
$168,000 Price
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Heather Fowler
Heather Fowler
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(773) 207-8958
93 Total Sales
1 in Lyon Grove
$315,000 Price
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Dick Barr
Dick Barr
Village Realty
(224) 344-3498
180 Total Sales
1 in Lyon Grove
$80,000 Price
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Rocio Mena
Rocio Mena
HomeSmart Connect LLC
(224) 487-8938
202 Total Sales
3 in Lyon Grove
$175K - $278K Price Range
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Prentiss Grant
Prentiss Grant
RE/MAX Plaza
(224) 219-1448
228 Total Sales
2 in Lyon Grove
$102K - $250K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Ray Bradbury Park
Corrine J. Rose Park
Larsen Nature Preserve Park
Greenbelt Forest Preserve
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Lake
Dugdale Park
Powell Park
Plonien Park
Washington Park
Waukegan Municipal Beach
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lyon Grove | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lyon Grove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lyon Grove, Waukegan sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lyon Grove, Waukegan over the last 12 months is $249,000, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$232,450
Median Sale Price
$249,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$236,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
16%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$143
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
236
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1923
Months of Supply
4.00
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
999
Median Age
33
Population under 18
29.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,323
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,612
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
66.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
10.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.6%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
30''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
41
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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