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$562,000Median listing price
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About La Grange
A west suburb of about 16,321 (2020 census), La Grange is a classic railroad suburb with a vibrant downtown of restaurants, boutiques, and the historic La Grange Theatre, ringed by Victorians, American Foursquares, and Prairie-style homes. The vibe is walkable and community-rich — three Metra stations and a packed village events calendar.
Home prices in La Grange
The median listing price in La Grange is $562,000.
Top places in La Grange
- Downtown La Grange
- Stone Avenue station area
- Sedgwick Park
- Waiola Park
- Lyons Township High School North Campus
- Gordon Park
- Village events (Pet Parade, Summerfest)
- Historic home streetscapes
Commuting from La Grange
- Metra BNSF Line; three in-town stations: La Grange Road, Stone Avenue, and Congress Park (per Metra station listings, read September 24, 2026). BNSF express runs reach Chicago Union Station in roughly 22–28 minutes (per local broker data, read September 24, 2026). Driving downtown Chicago is about 25–35 minutes (approximate, ~15 miles via I-55/I-290).
La Grange FAQs
- What is the housing market like in La Grange, IL?
The median listing price in La Grange is $562,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from La Grange, IL?
Metra BNSF Line; three in-town stations: La Grange Road, Stone Avenue, and Congress Park (per Metra station listings, read September 24, 2026). BNSF express runs reach Chicago Union Station in roughly 22–28 minutes (per local broker data, read September 24, 2026). Driving downtown Chicago is about 25–35 minutes (approximate, ~15 miles via I-55/I-290).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.