Constitution Park, River Forest, IL

Constitution Park in River Forest occupies 21 acres along Thatcher Avenue and provides residents with direct access to both active and passive recreation. The park features lighted tennis courts, a playground, a baseball field, and an open turf area used for soccer and casual play. A 0.7-mile paved loop trail circles the park perimeter and connects to the Des Plaines River Trail, allowing cyclists and pedestrians to travel north toward the North Branch Forest Preserve or south toward Maywood and the Cook County Forest Preserve system. Mature oak and maple trees shade picnic shelters and benches placed along the trail, while a small detention pond attracts seasonal waterfowl. Restrooms and drinking fountains operate year-round, and ample parking is available at the Thatcher Avenue entrance. The park lies three blocks from River Forest’s downtown Metra station and within walking distance of grocery stores and restaurants on Lake Street, placing daily errands and regional transit within a short distance of the recreation area.

Baseball Diamonds Field Ice Skating Rink Playground Soccer Fields Softball Fields

Location

City River Forest

State Illinois

Averages

Taxes $13,292

House $1,314,345

Townhouse $274,900

Condo $198,975