Why Live in Bolingbrook
The Promenade Bolingbrook stands as a central hub for shopping and entertainment, featuring CG's Comedy Club and diverse retail options. Outdoor recreation flourishes across 30 parks, with Hidden Lakes Trout Farm providing fishing spots and two championship golf courses: Bolingbrook Golf Club and Boughton Ridge. The Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex serves as a modern fitness destination with pools and gym facilities. Cultural attractions include the Valley View Performing Arts Center and Illinois Aviation Museum at Clow International Airport.
The housing market includes diverse options across distinct neighborhoods. Single family homes in West Bolingbrook command the highest prices with a median of $670,000, while Lakewood Falls presents more affordable options at a median of $295,000. Indian Chase Meadows, Winston Woods, and Hickory Oaks feature single family homes with median prices ranging from $388,900 to $442,500. Augusta Village and Cider Creek showcase upscale residences with median prices of $542,500 and $552,000 respectively. Condominiums start at a median price of $35,000 for one bedroom units and $248,000 for two bedrooms.
Property taxes in Bolingbrook stand at 2.35%, matching neighboring Romeoville but higher than Naperville and Woodridge at 2.09%. The Illinois state income tax rate is 4.95%, with a combined sales tax rate of 8.89%.
Education excellence shines through highly rated schools, including Naperville Central High School and Neuqua Valley High School, both rated A plus by Niche. The private Covenant Classical School maintains an A plus rating for both elementary and middle school programs. Commuters benefit from the Heritage Corridor Metra line to Chicago's Union Station, while I-55 and I-355 provide direct highway access. Local dining highlights include Goat & Vine Restaurant + Winery, Mago Grill & Cantina, and OTOBO Sushi & Bar.
Home Trends in Bolingbrook, IL
On average, homes in Bolingbrook, IL sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Bolingbrook, IL over the last 12 months is $369,999, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$369,999
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$384,197
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$270,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$35,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$205
Number of Homes for Sale
139
Last 12 months Home Sales
708
Median List Price
$379,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%