West 83rd Condo for Sale

West 83rd Street in Woodridge, located about 30 miles southwest of Chicago, is a neighborhood known for its active park district and highly rated schools. John Sipley Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Junior High, and Downers Grove South High School are all part of the Woodridge School District and are well-regarded for their educational quality. St. Scholastica, a private Catholic school, is also nearby. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including ranch-style and Minimal Traditional homes near 75th Street, and larger raised ranch and split-level homes in the Mending Wall subdivision south of 83rd Street. These homes, built in the 1960s and 1970s, offer energy-efficient designs with ample natural light. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with Janes Avenue Park offering basketball courts, a skatepark, roller hockey space, playground, and baseball diamond. Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park provides a lazy river and water slides, while Echo Point Park includes sand volleyball, biking and walking trails, and picnic shelters. The Woodridge Park District maintains over 21 miles of off-road bike paths, contributing to the village's Tree City U.S.A. designation. Local attractions include Papa’s Pizza Place, known for its thin-crust pizza, and Doggie Diner, offering a variety of fast-food options. Shopping is convenient with Jewel-Osco and a large IKEA store nearby. Public transportation is accessible via the Pace Suburban Bus system, with numerous stops on Janes Avenue, and Metra commuter rail stations in Lisle and Belmont a few miles to the north. The neighborhood's crime rate is lower than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.