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Moving to Forest View, IL
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About Forest View
Forest View (~700 residents) is one of Cook County's smallest villages — a tiny residential enclave along the Des Plaines River, nearly surrounded by Stickney, Lyons, and forest preserve. It's essentially a neighborhood with a village hall: modest mid-century homes, the river, and quiet streets.
Home prices in Forest View
Home prices in Forest View vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Forest View
- The Des Plaines River
- Nearby forest preserve trails (La Grange-area preserves).
- Quiet residential streets along the river.
- Nearby Stickney and Lyons dining.
- The village hall and tiny civic footprint.
- Salt Creek confluence area nearby.
Commuting from Forest View
- No Metra station in town.
- Nearest rail: Cicero (BNSF Line / Pink Line) or Summit (Heritage Corridor) — approximate.
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago: ~20–35 minutes (approximate; via I-55, traffic-dependent).
Forest View FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Forest View, IL?
Home prices in Forest View vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Forest View, IL?
No Metra station in town.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.