Memorial Parkway, River Forest, IL
Memorial Parkway runs along the Des Plaines River in River Forest, providing direct access to the Des Plaines River Trail, a paved multi-use path that extends north to the North Branch Trail system and south toward the Illinois and Michigan Canal. The parkway itself includes open green space, mature tree canopy, and river overlooks that serve as informal gathering spots for walking, jogging, and cycling. At the south end, residents can reach Thatcher Woods and the Thatcher Woods Nature Preserve, which offer additional hiking trails through oak-hickory forest and riverine habitat. The Cook County Forest Preserve District maintains nearby parking areas and a small picnic shelter. Proximity to River Forest’s Metra Union Pacific West Line station, the River Forest Public Library, and several elementary and middle schools places the parkway within walking distance of daily services while remaining buffered from arterial traffic. The combination of continuous trail access, wooded riverfront scenery, and nearby institutional and transit resources creates a practical outdoor setting for residents who value regular exercise and convenient connections to the broader Chicago metropolitan area.
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Memorial Parkway currently has 11 single family homes for sale, 3 townhouses for sale, and 21 condos for sale. For anyone looking for a brand new home, there is 1 new construction home for sale.
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