Murphy Park, Park Forest, IL

Murphy Park in Park Forest spans 40 acres and includes a 1.5-mile paved trail that loops around open fields and connects to the village’s larger network of walking and biking paths. The park features lighted tennis courts, two baseball diamonds, a playground with modern equipment, and a picnic shelter with restrooms. A fishing pond stocked by the Park Forest Parks and Recreation Department sits near the south entrance, while a wooded section along the eastern edge provides shade and habitat for local birds. The park is located less than a half-mile from the Park Forest Aqua Center and within two miles of the Metra Electric Line station, giving residents direct access to downtown Chicago. Its combination of active recreation space, natural areas, and convenient location makes the surrounding neighborhoods attractive to buyers seeking both outdoor amenities and commuter access.

Baseball Diamonds Playground Softball Fields

Location

City Park Forest

State Illinois

Averages

Taxes $4,987

House $114,900

Townhouse $94,450

Condo $89,000