Joanna
Suburban Neighborhood in Zion, Illinois
Lake County 60099
Stability in the Joanna neighborhood
Some of the homes built between the 1940s and ‘70s have been renovated. Split-level, raised ranches and Cape Cods are priced between $150,000 and $275,000, while duplexes and condos run from $190,000 to $250,000. Most single-family homes have three to four bedrooms and an average size of 1,100 square feet. “The prices are a factor in people's loyalty to this neighborhood,” Mendez says. “When people move here, they stay here.” Homes that are close to major roadways are more susceptible to noise. Winds off Lake Michigan combined with dry weather put homes in this neighborhood in the moderate fire risk category, according to the First Street, a climate risk analysis firm.
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Two phases of elementary school in the Zion Elementary School District
Public school students living in the Joanna neighborhood have two elementary schools to attend. Beulah Park Elementary rates a C-minus on Niche and teaches students through second grade. West Elementary serves third through fifth grade and is located on Jethro Avenue in the neighborhood. The school gets a D. Zion Central Middle School has a low student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1 but gets a C-minus grade. The high school is in a different district. Zion-Benton Township High School is part of the Zion-Benton High School District. The school is rated a B-minus. One of the programs at the school is called Transitions, which prepares students for life after high school, whether it’s attending college, going into the workforce or living independently. Zion-Benton Public Library is only a few miles east, close to the Shiloh Park Golf Course.
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The Robert McClory Bike Path passes through the neighborhood
A portion of the Robert McClory Bike Trail spans from the Wisconsin state line to the Braeside Metra station in the Highland Park area and covers Lake County. Walkers and joggers also use this path, which was once the Chicago North Shore and Milwaukee Railroad and served as a freight and passenger line in the early to mid-20th century. The trail continues into Wisconsin but changes its name to the Kenosha County Bike Trail. Joanna Park is the neighborhood recreation retreat with a couple of tennis courts, a playground, a full basketball court and plenty of open space for neighborhood games or tossing the frisbee. About a mile east is the Shiloh Park Golf Course and the 130-acre Shiloh Park, home of the community Fourth of July Festival and family events around Halloween and Christmas. Everyday amenities include two baseball diamonds and four tennis courts. A dip into Lake Michigan is less than 4 miles away at Isherwood Beach, close to the North Dunes Nature Preserve.
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Metra runs between Kenosha and Chicago
The Union Pacific North route of the Metra commuter train goes north to Kenosha, Wisconsin, only two stops away. Commuters heading south into downtown Chicago have about a 45-minute ride into Union Station downtown. The Pace suburban bus lines have stops around the neighborhood, including 21st and 23rd Streets and Salem Boulevard. The nearest interstate is I-94, which is about 6 miles to the west. It’s a 10-minute trip north to reach Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital.
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Shirl’s Drive-In for sweet treats
While Joanna is mainly a residential neighborhood, there are a few places to have a meal or dessert within the boundaries. Taqueria Los Naranjos is in a small shopping center, serving traditional Mexican food in a casual atmosphere. Shirl’s Drive-In Zion is an ice cream stand with sandwiches available. West of the neighborhood on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail is a Walmart Supercenter, and on Galilee Avenue is the locally owned Salem Meats and Grocery.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tanesha Pratt
Tanesha Pratt
Coldwell Banker Realty
(630) 895-7761
45 Total Sales
1 in Joanna
$264,000 Price
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Armando Popoca
Armando Popoca
Century 21 Circle
(224) 507-5548
69 Total Sales
4 in Joanna
$130K - $286K Price Range
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Mini Samuel
Mini Samuel
NextHome Refined
(262) 300-7095
101 Total Sales
3 in Joanna
$163K - $285K Price Range
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Venny Rivera
Venny Rivera
eXp Realty, LLC
(224) 458-2864
312 Total Sales
1 in Joanna
$160,000 Price
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Nekesha Burton
Nekesha Burton
Reflective Realty, Inc.
(866) 511-4404
30 Total Sales
1 in Joanna
$165,000 Price
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Courtney Caraway
Courtney Caraway
Gallery Realty Inc.
(773) 900-6135
206 Total Sales
2 in Joanna
$139K - $180K Price Range
Schools
Source:
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- 3rd to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Beulah Park
Hermon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Lake
Edina Park
- Basketball
- Playground
David Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Skateboard
- Playground
Shiloh Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Golf
- Pool
Harmony Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Joanna Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Camping
- Tennis
North Dunes Nature Preserve
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Lake
Isherwood Beach
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Joanna | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Joanna Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Joanna, Zion sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Joanna, Zion over the last 12 months is $215,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$219,900
Median Sale Price
$215,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$178
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
698
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1964
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
463
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,690
Median Age
31
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,566
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,880
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.1%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
23''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Hermon
An affordable North Shore community close to Lake Michigan and the Wisconsin line
Kendron Park
A nook of a neighborhood 3 miles from the Lake Michigan shoreline
West Zion
Calm Wisconsin-Illinois border town with affordable residences and plenty of golf.
Winthrop Harbor
A charming village along Lake Michigan with a strong sense of community
Beulah Park
Affordable homes near Lake Michigan, parks and forest preserves
South Central Zion
The southern section of a planned city along Chicago's North Shore
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