West Chicago, IL, Real Estate

West Chicago, Illinois, is a vibrant city located in DuPage County, approximately 30 miles west of downtown Chicago. Known for its rich history and small-town charm, it was originally settled in the 1830s and grew as a railroad hub, earning the nickname "Junction City." Today, West Chicago blends its historical roots with modern development, offering a diverse community, scenic parks like Reed-Keppler Park, and a thriving downtown with local shops and restaurants. The city is home to the West Chicago City Museum, housed in a historic depot, and hosts events like the annual Railroad Days festival, celebrating its heritage. With a population of around 27,000, West Chicago provides a balance of suburban tranquility and easy access to the Chicago metropolitan area, making it an appealing place to live and visit.

West Chicago currently has 61 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $462,324.49, 5 townhouses for sale with an average list price of $314,360, 4 condos for sale with an average list price of $203,325, and 27 lots for sale with an average list price of $442,226.22. The average annual property tax for West Chicago is $8,194.73.

Schools

School District Level Grades
Currier Elementary School West Chicago Elementary School District 33 Elementary K,1-6
Evergreen Elementary School Benjamin School District 25 Elementary P-4
Gary Elementary School West Chicago Elementary School District 33 Elementary K,1-6
Hawk Hollow Elementary School School District U-46 Elementary P-6
Indian Knoll Elementary School West Chicago Elementary School District 33 Elementary K,1-6
Norton Creek Elementary School St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 Elementary P-5
Pioneer Elementary School West Chicago Elementary School District 33 Elementary K,1-6
Pleasant Hill Elementary School Community Unit School District 200 Elementary K-5
Spring Trail Elementary School School District U-46 Elementary P-6
Turner Elementary School West Chicago Elementary School District 33 Elementary K,1-6
Wayne Elementary School School District U-46 Elementary P-6
Wegner Elementary School West Chicago Elementary School District 33 Elementary K,1-6
Benjamin Middle School Benjamin School District 25 Middle 5-8
Eastview Middle School School District U-46 Middle 7-8
Ellis Middle School School District U-46 Middle 7-8
Kenyon Woods Middle School School District U-46 Middle 7-8
Leman Middle School West Chicago Elementary School District 33 Middle 6-8
Monroe Middle School Community Unit School District 200 Middle 6-8
Wredling Middle School St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 Middle 6-8
Bartlett High School School District U-46 High 9-12
Community High School Community High School District 94 High 9-12
South Elgin High School School District U-46 High 9-12
St Charles East High School St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 High 9-12
Wheaton North High School Community Unit School District 200 High 9-12
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Train Stations

Station Line(s) Address
West Chicago Line(s): Union Pacific / West Line (UP-W) 508 Main St., West Chicago View Commute

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Subdivisions

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Alta Vista

Alta Vista is a single-family home community in West Chicago, Illinois, built in 1955. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes have an average size of 1,970 ft2. The average annual property tax for Alta Vista is $6,040. Alta Vista is a subdivision of single family homes built in the 1960s. Alta Vista is located in West Chicago, Illinois north of Roosevelt Road and west of Neltnor Blvd. ... Read more
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Alta Vista Gardens

Alta Vista Gardens is a single-family home community in West Chicago, Illinois, built between 1941 and 2004. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,000 ft2 to 2,212 ft2. The average annual property tax for Alta Vista Gardens is $5,636.80. It is located in DuPage County. Alta Vista Gardens is a single family home community built in the 1960s. Alta Vista Gardens is located in West Chicago, Illinois south of Church Street and west of Joliet Street. ... Read more
Median Price: $358,500
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Appletree

Appletree is a townhouse community in West Chicago, Illinois, built between 1996 and 1998. It currently has 2 townhouses for sale with an average list price of $282,500. The homes range in size from 1,022 ft2 to 1,665 ft2. The average annual property tax for Appletree is $4,284.39. It is located in DuPage County. Appletree is a townhome community built in the late 1990s. Appletree is located in West Chicago, Illinois south of Roosevelt Road and east of Route 59. ... Read more
Median Price: $290,000
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Arbors

Arbors is a single-family home community in West Chicago, Illinois, built between 1993 and 1998. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 2,466 ft2 to 3,940 ft2. The average annual property tax for Arbors is $11,421.58. It is located in DuPage County. Arbors is a single family home subdivision built in the mid 1990s. Arbors is located in West Chicago, Illinois south of Hawthorne Lane just west of Arbor Avenue. ... Read more
Median Price: $655,526
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Ashmore Estates

Ashmore Estates is a single-family home community in West Chicago, Illinois, built between 1994 and 1995. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,778 ft2 to 2,328 ft2. The average annual property tax for Ashmore Estates is $7,943.75. It is located in DuPage County. Ashmore Estates is a subdivision of single family homes built in the mid 1990's. Ashmore Estates is located in West Chicago, Illinois west of Route 59 and north of North Avenue. ... Read more
Median Price: $395,000
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Nearby Parks

Connelly Memorial Park

Lacey Avenue and Southport
Playground Tennis Courts

Cornerstone Lakes Park

2199 Smith Road
Hiking Paths Parking Playground Pond Shelter Soccer Fields Trails Volleyball

Easton Park

840 East Washington Street
Hiking Paths

Forest Trails Park

1099 Cherrywood Lane
Playground

Hampton Hills Park

719 Hampton Course Drive
Fishing Hiking Paths

Hawthorne Park

1560 West Hawthorne Lane
Fishing Hiking Paths

Kress Creek Farms Park

30W150 Wilson Road
Hiking Paths Picnic Area

Kwasman Memorial Park

1099 Cherrywood Lane
Playground

McCaslin Park

27W650 North Avenue
Baseball Diamonds Fishing Picnic Area Playground Restrooms Soccer Fields Softball Fields

Meadow Woods Park

2679 Meadowlark Drive
Picnic Area Playground

Pioneer Park

479 Forest Avenue
Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Fishing Picnic Area Playground Soccer Fields Softball Fields Spray Park Volleyball Courts

Prestonfield Park

399 Hemlock Lane
Hiking Paths Picnic Area Playground

Reed Keppler Park

129 West National Street
Baseball Diamonds Dog Park Hiking Paths Picnic Area Playground Soccer Fields Softball Fields Spray Park Swimming Pool Tennis Courts

Timber Ridge County Forest Preserve

Geneva Road
Biking Paths Fishing Hiking Paths Picnic Area

West Chicago Prairie Forest Preserve

401 Industrial Drive.
Hiking Paths
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Nearby Golf Courses

Old Wayne Golf Course

3N751 Klein Rd, West Chicago, IL 60185

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Real Estate News

New Homes For Sale This Week in West Chicago: July 18th to July 24th

New Homes For Sale This Week in West Chicago: July 18th to July 24th - July 25, 2025

West Chicago had 9 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, July 18 to Thursday, July 24, including including 7 single family homes for sale with an average ... continue reading
Homes Just Sold in West Chicago: July 15th to July 21st

Homes Just Sold in West Chicago: July 15th to July 21st - July 22, 2025

West Chicago had 7 sales during the week of Tuesday, July 15 to Monday, July 21, including including 7 single family homes for sale with an average list price of ... continue reading
New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in West Chicago: July 12th to July 18th

New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in West Chicago: July 12th to July 18th - July 19, 2025

West Chicago had 4 new homes for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, July 12 to Friday, July 18, including 4 ... continue reading
New Homes For Sale This Week in West Chicago: July 11th to July 17th

New Homes For Sale This Week in West Chicago: July 11th to July 17th - July 18, 2025

West Chicago had 13 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, July 11 to Thursday, July 17, including including 12 single family homes for sale with an average ... continue reading
Homes Just Sold in West Chicago: July 8th to July 14th

Homes Just Sold in West Chicago: July 8th to July 14th - July 15, 2025

West Chicago had 8 sales during the week of Tuesday, July 8 to Monday, July 14, including including 5 single family homes for sale with an average list price of ... continue reading
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