East Hazel Crest, IL Homes for Sale & Real Estate

East Hazel Crest, Illinois, is a small village in Cook County, located approximately 25 miles south of Chicago’s bustling Loop, offering a serene suburban escape with a tight-knit community vibe. With a population of 1,297 as of the 2020 census, this quaint village, incorporated in 1918 after splitting from Hazel Crest due to the Illinois Central Railroad’s elevated tracks, spans just 0.78 square miles of primarily residential land. Known for its community parks and local events that foster a welcoming spirit, East Hazel Crest provides easy access to Chicago via the Calumet station on the Metra Electric Line, connecting residents to downtown’s Millennium Station or south to University Park. Its strategic location near major highways like Interstate 80 and the Tri-State Tollway (I-294) ensures convenient travel, blending small-town charm with proximity to urban amenities.