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Willowbrook’s small size and active village government build a sense of community
Once an unincorporated area of Hinsdale along Route 66, Willowbrook became a village in 1960. That humble beginning leaves Willowbrook hemmed in compared to many of its sprawling peer communities in Chicago’s southwest suburbs. But its smaller size – the village has just over 9,000 residents – comes with the benefit of a sense of community and an active local government. “It offers a lot of the same amenities as other villages,” says Alex Arteaga, assistant to the village administrator. “But because we’re smaller, we have that close neighbor feeling.” The village government is active in cultivating a sense of community. “In my brief time in local government, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a mayor as hands-on as ours,” Arteaga says. “They really see the value in our village and the work we do."
Willowbrook Village Hall organizes many fun events in Willowbrook.
The water tower is a notable landmark in Willowbrook.
Gower West Elementary School creates an inspiring atmosphere for learning in Willowbrook.
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Lack of property tax levy a factor in affordability compared to neighbors
Owning to a higher percentage of condos and townhouses than neighboring DuPage County suburbs, Willowbrook’s median home price of around $308,000 is significantly less than its neighbors – particularly Hinsdale, where the median price soars over $1 million. The median price for single-family homes in Willowbrook is around $450,000, which is comparable to neighboring Darien. Willowbrook’s property tax also makes it more affordable than most DuPage County communities. “We’re one of two villages without a property tax levy in DuPage County,” Arteaga says.
The streets are quiet and safe in Willowbrook.
There are many homes with beautiful brick exteriors in Willowbrook.
There are many housing styles in Willowbrook.
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Students attend highly rated schools
There are only two schools in Willowbrook – Gower West Elementary and Gower Middle School. Both receive an A rating on Niche. High schoolers attend A-rated Hinsdale South, which is in Darien. Hinsdale South has nearly 100 extracurricular activities for students to choose from. The school also has a Deaf and Hard of Hearing program, established in 1966, that serves students from throughout the area.
Gower West Elementary School creates an inspiring atmosphere for learning in Willowbrook.
Gower Middle School in Burr Ridge West has a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1 in Willowbrook.
Hinsdale Central High School ranked 25th nationally in public high schools in Willowbrook.
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Park improvements in progress
The Willowbrook Parks Department manages 10 parks, many of which are getting updated to improve amenities. “We’re doing more work now than we have in decades,” Arteaga says. These plans include updating Creekside Park, which will have a new playground, gaga ball pit, ADA-compliant trails and a 6-hole disc golf course when work is complete in 2025. Midtown Athletic Club and Willowbrook Ice Arena provide indoor recreation, which comes in handy during Willowbook’s chilly winter months. Ruth Lake Country Club, just across the border in Hinsdale, is a private 18-hole course with a lakeside clubhouse.
Creekside Park is a great place to workout in Willowbrook.
Ruth Lake Country Club conveniently has pickleball courts in Willowbrook.
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Local restaurant known for decades-old chicken recipe
Much of Willowbrook’s shopping and dining is along Kingery Highway (Illinois Route 83), including the Willowbrook Town Center mall. And though chain restaurants and stores are the norm, Willowbrook’s most distinctive eatery has been here since long before the village itself. Dell Rhea’s Chicken Basket, initially opened in 1946 on Route 66, is on the National Register of Historic Places and was featured on a Route 66-themed episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.”
The Chicken Basket has great fried chicken in Willowbrook.
Locals love the atmosphere at The Chicken Basket in Willowbrook.
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Neighborhood Nights allow families to enjoy a night out
The village government hosts several community events, including the traveling Neighborhood Nights, where small-scale events are brought to several parks throughout the summer. Community-wide events include the Mug Run, where attendees run or walk 1 mile with a mug of beer provided by the Black Horizon Brewing Company before ending the night with drinks and music.
Interstate 55 creates an easy commute to Chicago
Traces of historic Route 66 are still visible here, but these days, Interstate 55 is the highway connecting Willowdale to Chicago and beyond. Due to I-55, the majority of the village’s south side is either commercial or industrial. Argonne National Laboratory, the largest Department of Energy facility in the Midwest, is less than 5 miles from Willowbrook.
Several hotels capitalize on Willowbrook’s location 20 miles southwest of The Loop. Chicago Midway International Airport is less than 15 miles away, and Chicago O’Hare is about 20 miles away. Metra’s West Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills stations are the nearest commuter rail stops.
Interstate 55 connects Willowbrook to Chicago.
Willowbrook is a safe and family friendly community.
There are many available homes for many different budgets in Willowbrook.
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Action addresses higher-than-average cancer rates
In the late 2010s, the Illinois Department of Public Health investigated an alarming trend—residents of Willowbrook had an incidence of cancer that was more than seven times higher than neighboring communities. The investigation attributed the heightened cancer rate to the release of ethylene oxide from Sterigenics International, Inc. The company shut down its Willowbrook facility in 2019 and reached a $400 million settlement with more than 800 local residents.
Property and violent crime rates in Willowbrook are below the national averages.
Willowbrook Village Hall organizes many fun events in Willowbrook.
The water tower is a notable landmark in Willowbrook.
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Parks in this Area
Harvester Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Fishing
Ridgemoor Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Creekside Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Zimmerman Park/ Golf View Lake
Baseball/Softball
Lake
Picnic Area
Oak Grove
Picnic Area
Trails
Parking Lot
Waterford Park
Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Trails
Willow Pond
Fishing
Grills
Picnic Area
Pasteur Park
Weber Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
18 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Willowbrook
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Willowbrook, Burr Ridge sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Willowbrook, Burr Ridge over the last 12 months is $1,022,703, up 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,523
Median Age
50
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$157,430
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$180,715
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.1%
College Graduates
67.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
39/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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