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Beautiful surroundings of Centennial Park
Centennial Park is located about 30 miles outside of downtown Chicago, providing residents with some separation from the hustle and bustle of downtown, with woodlands and parks as a natural backdrop. “It is a great place to live with beautiful surroundings,” Dave Shalabi with RE/MAX says. Shalabi has nearly 20 years of real estate experience in the Chicagoland area. Residents in the neighborhood enjoy rows of tall pine and oak trees throughout and roads wide enough for cars to pass each other but with limited street parking options.
Split-level homes near Centennial Park
Homes in Centennial Park reflect the 1970s era they were built in, with a variety of split-level and colonial-style homes and modern townhomes near the neighborhood’s shopping district. Homes sell in the $275,000 to $350,000 range, with most houses costing around $300,000. Most houses include a garage or driveway and a yard with enough space for a small gathering. “It’s a great place to go outside and walk to the park or around the neighborhood,” Shalabi says.
Centennial Park includes a wide variety of homes styles including Garrison Colonial.
The neighborhood of Centennial Park includes quiet residential streets.
Centennial Park includes a wide variety of homes styles including Split Level.
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Shop till you drop on Harlem Ave
The neighborhood shopping districts are to the north on 159th Street and to the east on Harlem Ave and have several restaurant options and local businesses. “It is a regional hub for local grocery stores, businesses and quality restaurants,” Shalabi says. Swing by Aldi near Harlem Ave for deli meats, produce and pantry favorites. Park Center Plaza shopping mall is in the same area, so locals can spend an afternoon shopping before picking up groceries for the week. Head to 159th Street to grab a bite to eat at The Whistle Sports Bar and Grill, known for its breakfast sliders and signature chicken wings. A short drive down 159th Street will bring you to Ashford House, which features authentic Irish dishes and traditional American cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere.
Residents of Centennial Park can stop by Aldi for some groceries.
Sam's Club is a retail option available for residents of Centennial Park.
The Whistle Sports Bar and Grill has menu options for breakfast through dinner.
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Celebrating outstanding character at John A. Bannes Elementary
Students will start at John A. Bannes Elementary, a B-plus-graded school by Niche. The school selects one student from each grade level weekly as a Bobcat of the Week for outstanding character and leadership qualities. The next stop on their educational journeys is Grissom Middle School, which receives an A-minus. Grissom teaches students the value of teamwork in sports like basketball, soccer and softball. Teenage students will attend Tinley Park High School, an A-minus institution that offers activities like ecology, art, and world language clubs.
Get active at Centennial Park
Centennial Park shares a name with its neighborhood and offers residents paved trails to get some steps in, a large fishing pond, sports courts and a skate park. Across the street, residents can find The Meadow’s Disc Golf Park, a well-maintained 18-hole course with mowed walking paths. Veterans Park in the northern area of the neighborhood offers a baseball field, a playground for kids to burn off some energy, and a green walking space to enjoy some time outside.
Centennial Park includes many beautiful walking paths.
Wooded trails of the Tinley Creek Trail System offer a great place for a stroll.
McCarthy Park includes a miniature golf course.
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Celebrate Christmas at the tree lighting
The park is popular for events and gatherings, including summer camps and girl/boy scout gallery shows. Locals get into the Christmas spirit every year at the local Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy the summer weather and celebrate the 4th of July at the local parade that goes through the neighborhood.
Transportation
Locals primarily depend on their vehicles to get around, but the nearby areas can be reached by walking.
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Parks in this Area
Tinley Park Community Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Centennial Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Skateboard
Saint Boniface Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
McCarthy Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Bormet Park Playlot
Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
29 min drive
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Centennial Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Centennial Park, Tinley Park sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Centennial Park, Tinley Park over the last 12 months is $294,900, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,509
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$83,664
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,479
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31%
Advanced Degrees
10.1%
% Population in Labor Force
73.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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