Chestnut Park, Franklin Park, IL

Chestnut Park in Franklin Park offers residents a 22-acre recreational space that includes a playground, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, and a walking trail that loops around the park’s perimeter. A central pavilion with picnic tables and restrooms supports group gatherings, while the open fields provide space for informal sports and seasonal community events. Mature trees line the main paths, offering shade along the trail and around the play areas. The park sits within a few blocks of Franklin Park’s Metra station and the municipal library, allowing residents to reach downtown Chicago in approximately 30 minutes by train. Adjacent streets connect directly to the Des Plaines River Trail, extending options for longer walks or cycling. Street parking surrounds the park, and nearby commercial strips along Mannheim Road supply groceries and basic retail within a short drive.

Location

City Franklin Park

State Illinois

Averages

Taxes $6,572

House $398,326

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