Southwest Suburbs Chicago City Information

NAPERVILLE
Looking for an artsy village with vintage style and modern living? Nestled within forest preserves around the DuPage River, Naperville is apporximately 36 square miles of amazingly beautiful property disguising a rich history and a sparkling future. Community is the focus in this village which boasts theatre groups, parks, downtown riverfront, award winning schools, museums, galleries, and countless other wholesome attractions.

Recently Naperville Public Libraries has been ranked top in its population catagory, while Napervilee itself has been called the "#1 place to run a home-based business" by Home Computing Magazine, one of the top 10 "Best Places to Live" according to Money Magazine, and made All-American City Finalist in 1998. Clearly this is a city on the move with major growth opportunity.

Growth opportunity means appreciating real estate value and national attention from investors and home buyers, which is exactly what Naperville is getting, especially from Chicago area residents looking for a progressive community with a highly developed economy. Home to Fortune 500 companies and small businesses alike, Naperville is a truly diverse, but unified village with a lot to offer the smart shopper.

MORRIS

The Grundy County seat, Morris flaunts all the modern conveniences of a large hospital, Gebhard Woods State Park, Stratton State Park, numerous other parks and sports facilities, and an up-to-date school system, giving this immaculate village curb appeal to spare. Launch your boat out into the Illinois River from Stratton State Park or cruise I-80 into downtown Chicago. The unique nature of this village creates a flourishing real estate market ripe with investment opportunities and once-in-a-lifetime finds.

A population of just over 11,000 people means that, although the big city is near, comfort and relaxation will be what you come home to in this family focused community. It also means that there is room to grow in Morris--something that every smart home buyer is looking for in a fast-paced environment. Don't miss the subtle glamour of this golden community.

JOLIET
Joliet, one of the fastest growing cities in Illinois, is on the rise for a reason and heads are starting to turn to this bustling village. Almost 1,500 new housing starts per year on average are proof that Joliet is now the destination for an ever growing populous who enjoy the elegance and charm of this booming village.

Millions visit Joliet's NASCAR track, NRHA dragstrip, stadium, waterpark and museum each year, keeping business in Joliet healthy. Joliet's growing economy has made it popular among home buyers and business owners, ever expanding the town's already rich residential areas, and insuring property value in Joliet stays on the rise. The time has never been better to invest in land in and around Joliet, as it is fast becoming a nationally known and highly sought after real estate market.

"Joliet is the site of a modern day renaissance. Once an industrial city, the community has reinvented itself as a tourist destination with a robust and diversified economy." Less than an hours drive from Chicago's heart, this is a community full of class--a dream come true for investors in an area unrivaled in popularity.

SHOREWOOD

Shorewood has been a popular retreat for Chicago residents since the early 1900's, and today Shorewood is ever expanding, staying competitive and progressive in a high-class real estate market just outside of the downtown Chicago area. A pleasant village, Shorewood's community is family friendly and warm-hearted, offering parks and recreational activities year-round.

The prime location of Shorewood means quality and convenience to the business commuter and peace of mind for the family, and at an excellent price. The real estate market in Shorewood has a lot to offer the savvy investor. Find out why more and more home buyers are looking Shorewood's direction for that perfect dwelling.

CREST HILL
"The City of New Beginnings", just north of Joliet is a friendly village with a "deep sense of community". Diverse in population, and only minutes away from the major interstate highways, Crest Hill has begun to attract attention as an undiscovered gem on the outskirts of Chicago. The population totals under 20,000, but this little town has a big future ahead of it, which will make real estate in the Crest Hill area appreciate in value as the town expands and fills in. New home buyers and investors would be wise to look into Crest Hill's growing economy as new commerce and business opportunities flourish in a fresh atmosphere. The future is bright for a community located just outside of one of the biggest metro areas in the nation, and there is room to grow.

PLAINFIELD
35 miles southwest of Chicago lies the bustling little village of Plainfield. Don't let the name fool you, Plainfield is anything but plain. Close to several major highways, Plainfield is a property rich community brimming with history and class. Fine neighborhoods and family-friendly recreation lend to the simple beauty of Plainfield--once an old prairie town--and keep visitors and residents enchanted in the Will County's oldest town.

Enjoy the benefits of living in the suburbs while still having easy access to the metro area with O'Hare and Midway airport just a half-hour drive away. Plainfields prime location has helped boost its residential growth over the past few years, generating new business and better economy, which, in turn, means great real estate value.

A new solution to suburban life, Plainfield has won the hearts of many Chicago-area home buyers with it's gentle charm. Flower boxes and green lawns, natural beauty and convenience, everything and more at an astonishly low price compared to other real estate markets.

NEW LENOX
Located just 36 miles southwest of downtown Chicago, New Lenox is a 10 square mile area in Eastern Will County. A short drive from the metro area, with a population of just over 20,000, Nex Lenox is an ideal real estate market offering fine city living with one of the lowest tax rates in the county. According to city statistics, New Lenox has been averaging at least 330 single-family home building permits a year--proving that the popularity of this charming community is on the increase, while at the same time boasting competitive real estate opportunities.

Route 30 and I-80 extend easy access to town, and it will only get better as plans to end I-355 in New Lenox will give residents unprecidented access to the tollway serving Chicago's suburbs. Only 35-45 minutes away, O'Hare and Midway airport is within easy reach for the travelling business person. New Lenox truly is the perfect combination of comfort and convenience--a prime target for home buyers.

OTTAWA
Visitors to Ottawa soon discover why it was one of the first great cities to sprout from the Illinois Prairie. Located in a beautiful valley at the confluence of the Fox and Illinois Rivers, Ottawa’s natural setting is as appealing today as it must have been when Native Americans, French explorers and early settlers traversed the woodlands and rivers.

BOLINGBROOK
There are many fine suburbs ringing the great city of Chicago. Bolingbrook is about 30 miles southwest of the city's lakeshore downtown. One of Bolingbrook's biggest advantages is that it is at a transportation hub, where two major highways meet: I-55 (the Stevenson Expressway) and I-355 (the North-South Tollway). They make Bolingbrook one of the most accessible suburbs to all the rest of Chicagoland.

ROMEOVILLE
The Village of Romeoville is a fast growing community that is building its way into the future. The opportunities available to residents and businesses alike make Romeoville a desirable place to live and work. Romeoville sits conveniently off I-55 with direct access to downtown Chicago.

LOCKPORT
This northern Illinois locale was established in 1830 and is home to approximately 20,000 residents. Steeped in the rich canal heritage of the 1800's, Lockport is a delightful mix of quaint history and modern charm. Lockport is situated 35 miles southwest of Chicago and 5 miles north of Joliet, and is easily accessible via Interstate Highways 80 and 55.

CHANNAHON
Friendly residents, a progressive government, quality schools, affordable homes, and an impressive recreational system are just a few of the features contributing to the quality of life in Channahon. Easily accessible to interstates I-55 and I-80.

ELWOOD
The village of Elwood is a small, but growing community located approximately five miles south of the incorporated limits of the City of Joliet in Will County, Illinois. The Village is rapidly becoming a part of the urban fringe of Chicago, as Will County continues to maintain its position as the fastest growing county in the State.

WILMINGTON
Wilmington combines all the best aspects of rural and suburban living – outstanding recreational opportunities, rich farmlands, quality public services and an active business . Wilmington is nestled in the middle of the beautiful Kankakee River Valley, 52 miles south of Chicago. Much of its beauty and charm is attributed to the ideal location on the Kankakee River.

MARSEILLES
As native Americans and French explorers forged the winding river, they discovered this beautifull area surrounded by sandstone bluffs, ravines, woods, and prairies. Founded in 1835 the community of Marseilles continues to offer small town values. This community is proud of their civic, church, school and social organizations for the very young to our senior citizens.. Illini State Park is situated along the banks of the Illinois River just across the Marseilles River Bridge.

SENECA
As native Americans and French explorers forged the winding river, they discovered this beautiful area surrounded by sandstone bluffs, ravines, woods, and prairies. The town of Seneca was born. Located west of Morris just a few miles south of Route 80 Seneca is known for good schools and a truly picturesque location.

COAL CITY
Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Will and Grundy counties sits this popular growing community. Only 2 miles from I-55 Coal city offers a quiet country atmosphere with close proximity to the bustle of Chicago. Historic communities of Braidwood and Diamond boarder Coal City with water sports and open land galore. Close to the Illinois and Kankakee Rivers

MANHATTAN
Popular and growing; this close knit community is located just a few miles from three interstates and offers easy access to City of Chicago. Metro train to Chicago planned for near future is bringing residents from the busy north suburbs to our county atmosphere and small town culture.

FRANKFORT
Recognized as the "Jewel of the South Suburbs", Frankfort offers a balance of high quality distinctive housing, excellence in education and a commitment to enhancing community lifestyles. From its historic downtown district to the Prairie-style architecture of many homes and commercial buildings, heritage and history have been carefully preserved. Experiencing rapid growth, attracting new residents, commercial and industrial businesses, Frankfort has been identified as a premier community in Will County, one of the fastest growing counties in Illinois.

MINOOKA
The Village of Minooka is a charming community founded in 1869 along the route of the Rock Island Railroad. Minooka is Pottawatomie for "Good Land". Lately the community has seen a growth spurt and an estimated population of 8,000. However, residential growth is not the only growth, the commercial and industrial growth has followed the residential boom, providing necessary services and jobs.

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