Homer Glen, IL Homes for Rent

Homer Glen, a southwest suburb of Chicago, offers a semi-rural atmosphere with a mix of subdivisions, big-box stores, forests, and family farms. Known for its parks, trails, and forest preserves, the area provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, including golf courses and the Messenger Woods Nature Preserve with hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. Established homes, mostly from the late 1990s and early 2000s, are situated on large or wooded lots, some backing up to community ponds and farms. The village is served by Will County School District No. 92 and Lockport Township High School, both highly rated. Shopping and dining are concentrated along Bell Road, 143rd Street, and 159th Street, with nearby Orland Park and Lemont offering additional options. Commuters have access to Metra stations and expressways, with Chicago 32 miles away. Chicago Midway International Airport is 22 miles away, while O'Hare is 35 miles away. The Will County Sheriff’s Office provides police services, with crime rates lower than the national average. Community events like Homer Fest and Fall Fest at Bengston’s Pumpkin Farm offer local entertainment. The Homer Township Public Library, renovated in 2023, serves as a community hub with expanded amenities.