Name: Lemont
Address: Lemont

About the neighborhood

Lemont offers a peaceful village environment with spacious single detached homes primarily featuring three or more bedrooms, built around 1990. The neighborhood benefits from excellent cycling infrastructure, providing a convenient alternative for local travel. Schools are readily accessible, with both public and private options available at the elementary level, and primary and high schools close by. Dining options include a modest selection of restaurants and nearby supermarkets. Parking is convenient, and the village is served by the Heritage Corridor railroad as well as several bus lines, supporting varied commuting options. Quiet surroundings and easy access to nearby green spaces add to the community’s charm.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is a very good means of transportation in this part of the Chicago metropolitan area. It is very convenient to find a parking spot. On the other hand, public transit users may have very few options in Lemont by reason of the service's low frequency. Nonetheless, there is the Romeoville and Lemont with access to the Heritage Corridor. The village is connected by a few bus lines. Lemont is moderately cycling-friendly. It is at times challenging for pedestrians to navigate this village since few daily needs can be met without a car.

Services

Locals will value that no matter where their property is situated in Lemont, both primary and secondary schools are nearby. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. Regarding eating, it is convenient to access the closest supermarket without a vehicle from most properties for sale in this village. There are also a few opportunities for those who value restaurants and cafes within a short distance.

Character

Lemont offers a relaxed environment and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This village is very quiet, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic. Lastly, there are over 50 green spaces nearby for residents to discover, such as Keepataw Reserve and Heritage Woodland Sanctuary, and they are especially well-spread out, resulting in them being very easy to reach from the majority of locations within Lemont.

Car friendly8.8

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

Cycling friendly7.0

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.2

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly1.8

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants4.6

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.4

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance