Why Live in Weslake
Weslake, on the west side of Romeoville, is a thoughtfully developed neighborhood from the 1990s. It features a community clubhouse, fishing ponds, and parks, offering residents various recreational options. The area consists mainly of single-family homes with neo-eclectic and traditional styles, featuring light-colored vinyl siding and arch windows. Within the Plainfield 202 school district, the neighborhood includes highly rated schools like John F. Kennedy Middle School and Plainfield East High School. Residents can enjoy the Weslake Country Club, which has swimming pools and a park with a fishing pond, softball diamond, and playground.
Conveniently located 12 miles south of Naperville and 36 miles southwest of the Chicago Loop, Weslake offers access to the Pace bus system at the Plainfield Park N Ride station, 5 miles west, or the Metra train from the Romeoville station, 7 miles east. Retail and dining options line Weber Road, with stores like Aldi and Jewel-Osco, and eateries such as Tasty Waffle and Burritos Mi Terra. Entertainment venues include Iron & Glass Romeoville and the Louis Joliet Mall, 5 miles south, with a Cinemark multiplex.
Weslake is safer than the national average, though residents should note minor flood risks and higher noise levels near Interstate 55. The neighborhood is 29 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport and 46 miles from Chicago O’Hare International Airport, facilitating both local and long-distance travel.
Home Trends in Weslake, IL
On average, homes in Weslake, Romeoville sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Weslake, Romeoville over the last 12 months is $400,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$400,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$400,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$189
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median List Price
$389,949
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
17%