West Village Homes for Rent

West Village in Maywood, Illinois, is a neighborhood characterized by its Chicago-style bungalows built between the 1920s and 60s, shaded by old-growth trees. The area features modest lawns, front stoops with railings, and detached garages accessed via alleyways. Residents enjoy proximity to several pocket parks, including Donald P. Lemm Park and West Maywood Park, both offering gated playgrounds. Stevenson Park, located west on Washington Boulevard, provides ball fields, courts, and walking paths, while Thatcher Woods, 2 miles east, offers unpaved trails and the Trailside Museum of Natural History. West Village borders Melrose Park, giving residents easy access to Broadway Avenue's Latino shops and eateries, such as Las Gordita De Don Angel and Super Mercado Torres. North Avenue hosts various retailers and casual dining options within 2 miles, and nearby Forest Park offers additional shopping and dining choices. Annual events like the Village Pride, Village Wide beautification event in Spring and the Maywood Fest in September foster community spirit. Public transit is widely used, with several Pace Suburban bus stops and the Melrose Park Metra station nearby. The neighborhood is also convenient for drivers, with a 12-mile commute to The Loop via Interstate 290 and a 9-mile trip to Chicago O’Hare International Airport. For education, District 209’s Math & Science Academy, which has a high rating, is a notable option for high school students.