Name: Benton
Address: Zion

About the neighborhood

Benton offers a peaceful township experience with a slower-paced atmosphere and numerous parks nearby, including Spring Bluff Forest Preserve. This area features many single detached homes, most built between 1960 and 1980, providing a variety of two and three-bedroom options. Residents benefit from close proximity to primary schools and have access to around 20 local restaurants to explore. Transportation options include nearby rail service via Winthrop Harbor on the Union Pacific North line and convenient parking availability. The township’s layout supports bicycling, making it a pleasant environment for outdoor activity and easy access to essential amenities.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is a very good medium of transportation in Benton. It is very easy to park. In contrast, commuting by transit can be challenging in Benton due to the service's low frequency. Nevertheless, there is the Zion and Winthrop Harbor on the Union Pacific North. There are a few bus lines. Many of the houses for sale in this township are located in places that are not very well-suited for those who prefer to travel as pedestrians as very few common errands can be run without needing a vehicle. However, biking is easy in Benton.

Services

In this township, residents will usually be able to access primary schools without a car. On the other hand, locals may find it difficult to reach high schools as pedestrians. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. In terms of eating, the closest supermarket in this area is typically only a rather long pedestrian trip away. A limited variety of restaurants and cafes can be found as well.

Character

The character of Benton is exemplified by its calm atmosphere. This township is quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor - although that is not the case close to the railway line or the airport (Waukegan Rgnl). Lastly, most locations in the township have fairly good access to public green spaces, like Lyons Woods Forest Preserve and Greg Petry SportsPark, since there are over 50 of them nearby for residents to discover, such as Founders Park and Hermon Park.

Car friendly8.4

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.0

Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.6

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants4.2

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries5.2

Variety of groceries within a short drive