Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Hometown, IL
$249,450Median listing price
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About Hometown
A tiny south suburb of about 4,343 (2020 census), Hometown is a compact community of 1950s brick ranches and bungalows on small lots. The vibe is modest, quiet, and affordable — a classic postwar bedroom community tucked between Oak Lawn and Chicago Ridge, with 87th Street as the commercial edge.
Home prices in Hometown
The median listing price in Hometown is $249,450.
Top places in Hometown
- Hometown's brick-ranch residential blocks
- Nearby Oak Lawn Park District facilities
- Stony Creek Golf Course (nearby Oak Lawn)
- 87th Street commercial corridor
- Nearby Chicago Ridge Mall area
- Local neighborhood parks
- Village Hall civic campus
Commuting from Hometown
- No in-town rail. Nearest: Metra Rock Island (Oak Lawn). Driving downtown Chicago is about 30–40 minutes (approximate, ~17 miles via I-294 and Cicero Avenue).
Hometown FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Hometown, IL?
The median listing price in Hometown is $249,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Hometown, IL?
No in-town rail. Nearest: Metra Rock Island (Oak Lawn). Driving downtown Chicago is about 30–40 minutes (approximate, ~17 miles via I-294 and Cicero Avenue).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.