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Homewood
South suburban character. Real community value.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD STORY

Homewood sits in the south suburban Cook County landscape as a community that has maintained its identity and quality through decades of demographic change that have altered many surrounding municipalities. It shares a high school — Homewood-Flossmoor — with neighboring Flossmoor, and that shared institution is a genuine point of community pride and educational quality. The Metra Electric Line makes downtown Chicago accessible in under an hour, and the community's housing stock — a mix of bungalows, colonials, and mid-century ranches — offers real value for buyers who want quality without pretense.

WHY RESIDENTS LOVE IT

•   Homewood-Flossmoor HighSchool — a flagship south suburban institution with strong academics andathletics.

•   Metra Electric Line —regular service to Chicago's Millennium Station.

•   Real housing value —Homewood offers solid construction and good bones at prices that representgenuine opportunity.

•   Active downtown — theMetra station anchors a modest but functional commercial district.

•   Strong communityorganizations — Homewood's civic infrastructure reflects residents who areinvested in their community.

•   Park District excellence— the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District is one of the south suburbs' best-fundedand operated.

HOMES & ARCHITECTURE

Homewood's housing is a textbook South Side and south suburban mix — Chicago bungalows, mid-century colonials and ranches, and two-flats that were built for working and middle-class families and have been maintained by successive generations of committed owners. The housing values here are honestly among the best in the metro area for the quality of construction offered. Investors have been active in the multi-unit sector, and the rental market is stable.

PROPERTY TYPES AT A GLANCE

Property Type Description
Chicago Bungalows Solid brick construction with full basements and classic exterior character.
Mid-Century Colonials & Ranches Post-war construction offering good bones, generous lots, and real value.
Two-Flats & Multi-Unit Buildings Investment-oriented properties with stable rental demand.
New Construction (limited) Occasional infill development on vacant lots, typically offering updated finishes.

POCKETS & DISTRICTS

Pocket / District Character & Vibe
Downtown/Station Area Transit-connected, walkable to commercial, highest rental and resale demand
West Homewood Quieter residential, larger lots, strong long-term ownership
East Homewood Dense residential, good school access, solid entry-level market

HOW TO MOVE AROUND

Metra Electric Line serves Homewood station. Pace bus routes cover major corridors. I-80, I-57, and I-294 provide expressway access. Local Tip: Homewood's Metra service is one of the Electric Line's better-served stations, making the downtown Chicago commute more manageable than many south suburban alternatives.

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

Fine Dining

•   Flossmoor StationRestaurant & Brewery (adjacent) —The regional dining destination that draws from both communities

Casual & Neighborhood Favorites

•   Home Plate — Neighborhood diner beloved by longtime residentsfor its no-nonsense approach to good food

Late Night

•   Local bar and taverncircuit — Homewood's evening optionsare modest but genuine — community-centered neighborhood establishments

GREEN SPACE & OUTDOORS

•   Izaak Walton Park — Large community park with athletic facilities andopen green space

•   Thorn Creek ForestPreserve — South suburban preservewith hiking and wildlife habitat

•   H-F Park DistrictFacilities — The shared park districtoperates multiple recreational facilities serving both communities

Homewood Signature Listings

For Sele

$2,500,000

654 Ocean Dr, Miami, FL 33101

4 BA
5 BD
MLS# 345678
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Active Under Contract

$950,000

321 Trendy Blvd, Chicago, IL 60601

1 BA
1 BD
MLS# 210987
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Active Under Contract

$450,000

789 Rustic Rd, Austin, TX 73301

1 BA
2 BD
MLS# 789012
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Active Under Contract

$850,000

456 Elegant Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001

3 BA
4 BD
MLS# 654321
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For Sale

$1,200,000

123 Luxury St, New York, NY 10001

2 BA
3 BD
MLS# 123456
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Lifestyle & Points of Interest

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Coffee
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Grocery
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Bars / Nightlife
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Fitness
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Parks
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Schools
07
Dog Parks
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Hospitals
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Transit
Dining
Coffee
Grocery
Bars / Nightlife
Fitness
Parks
Schools
Dog Parks
Hospitals
Transit

EDUCATION LANDSCAPE

School Type Grades Notes
Homewood School District 153 Public PK-8 Elementary and middle school district serving the community
Homewood-Flossmoor High School District 233 Public 9-12 Strong comprehensive high school with notable athletics and AP programs
High School
Mixed Schools
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
Private
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5

WHO LIVES HERE

Population Median Age Avg. Household Income
19,100 40 $82,000
Population Density Gender Split Education
Medium 47% Male / 53% Female 44% Bachelor's or higher
High School
Mixed Schools
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
Private
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School
79 W Monroe St Ste 400, Chicago, IL, 60603
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5

WALKABILITY & ACCESS SCORES

44
Walk
Walk Score
36
Bike
Bike Score
40
Transit
Transit Score

THE LUXESQUIRE INSIDER TAKE

Homewood is a community where the numbers make sense in a way they do not in many comparable suburbs. The school, the park district, the housing quality, the Metra access — it is a legitimate value proposition that buyers with an open mind consistently appreciate. Do not let geography bias cloud what is a genuinely solid community.

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