Blackstone Park, Dolton, IL

Blackstone Park sits on the south side of Dolton and covers roughly 38 acres of maintained green space. A 1.2-mile asphalt loop path circles the park and connects to the Thorn Creek Trail, giving residents direct access to an additional 13 miles of regional trails for walking, jogging, and cycling. The park contains two lighted baseball diamonds, four tennis courts, a playground with rubberized surfacing, and a 4,800-square-foot recreation building that houses restrooms, a concession stand, and a community room. A nine-acre retention lake supports seasonal fishing and attracts waterfowl; surrounding benches and a small dock provide quiet spots for viewing. The park is bordered by residential streets on three sides and sits less than a mile from Dolton’s main commercial corridor along Sibley Boulevard, allowing residents to reach grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants by car in under five minutes. Street parking is available along the park’s perimeter, and the site is served by Pace bus routes 350 and 364.

Playground Softball Fields Tennis Courts

Location

City Dolton

State Illinois

Averages

Taxes $7,468

House $167,107

Townhouse –

Condo $118,000