Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Lyons, IL
$329,750Median listing price
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About Lyons
A west suburb of about 10,817 (2020 census), Lyons is a village of bungalows and two-flats strung along Ogden Avenue, with a historic portage-town past. The vibe is unpretentious, anchored by the Ogden corridor's shops and restaurants, with Brookfield and its zoo just to the west.
Home prices in Lyons
The median listing price in Lyons is $329,750.
Top places in Lyons
- Ogden Avenue commercial corridor
- Village Hall and civic campus
- Nearby Brookfield Zoo (adjacent Brookfield)
- Hofmann Tower (1908, National Register of Historic Places)
- Local neighborhood parks
- Chicago Portage National Historic Site
- Des Plaines River trails and riverwalk
Commuting from Lyons
- No in-town Metra station. Nearby options: BNSF (Brookfield or Hollywood) or Heritage Corridor (Summit). Driving downtown Chicago is about 25–35 minutes (approximate, ~12 miles via I-290/I-55).
Lyons FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lyons, IL?
The median listing price in Lyons is $329,750. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Lyons, IL?
No in-town Metra station. Nearby options: BNSF (Brookfield or Hollywood) or Heritage Corridor (Summit). Driving downtown Chicago is about 25–35 minutes (approximate, ~12 miles via I-290/I-55).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.