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Short commutes to Maywood attractions and downtown Chicago
Seminary District is situated along Interstate 290, making it a commuter-friendly neighborhood supported by surrounding parks and events in nearby areas. Primarily residential, densely placed early- to mid-20th-century homes fill rectangular blocks synonymous with Chicago's western sprawl. Locally owned restaurants are nearby on Roosevelt Road, and retail shopping is along West North Avenue. Short trips lead to the fishing pond and recreation center at Stevenson Park as well as the Village of Maywood's downtown area, 2 miles northeast, where residents convene for events. "It's a very up-and-coming neighborhood, and it's close to the interstate and shopping," says Jorge Vigil, a Broker with HomeSmart.
20th-century home designs in the Seminary District
Rows of oak trees stand on wide, sidewalk-lined residential streets that connect the neighborhood. One-car driveways share quarter-acre lots with houses built throughout the early- to mid-1900s. These homes sit at the end of narrow front walkways and are mostly brick-clad bungalows and ranch-style. According to O'Neia Washington, a Realtor with O W Auction Group, home values in the area are appreciating, and many properties have undergone remodeling. Prices typically range from $120,000 to $385,000, depending on the size and condition. A handful of townhomes are also available and range in price from $115,000 to $170,000.
Bungalow style homes are the most common home types in Seminary District.
Ranch homes are popular home styles in Seminary District.
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Metra's Union Pacific West line commutes
Interstate 290 borders the neighborhood to the south, resulting in 12-mile trips east to Chicago. Metra's Union Pacific West line runs through Maywood Station, a mile northeast, providing daily commuters 25-minute rides to downtown. Pace Suburban Bus stops lining Madison Street also provide travel into the Windy City and the surrounding area. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is a 14-mile trip north via Interstate 294. Edward Hines, Junior VA Hospital is closer to home, 1 mile southeast, off Roosevelt Avenue.
Shopping along West North Avenue
In the neighborhood, residents can pick up comfort food from locally owned Just Like Mama's and get wings and fried catfish to-go from JJ Fish & Chicken. An array of eateries also line Roosevelt Road, a half mile south. Washington mentions that many new businesses are popping up along the corridor. "They just built a Starbucks on the corner of 1st Avenue," she says. For groceries, Carnicerias Jimenez sells Hispanic goods a mile north, and Jewel-Osco is a 3-mile trip northeast, off West North Avenue. The latter sits next to Target alongside Winston Plaza, which includes retailers like Ross Dress for Less, Dollar Tree and several others.
Winston Plaza’s has big-name retailers for residents of Seminary District.
Jewel-Osco is one of a handful of grocers near East Village.
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Stevenson Park's year-round activities
Children can bike to Fippinger Park's colorful playset off 25th Avenue, on the community's western edge. A mile northwest, at Stevenston Park, visitors can fish in its namesake pond, attend youth sporting games and let the little ones run about its spray pad during summer. The Center at Stevenston Park also keeps busy year-round with those stopping in for a workout. Illinois Prairie Path, which stretches over 60 miles, cuts through the community's northern portion, offering a car-free trail for biking and walking.
Flippinger Park in Seminary District has a great mulched playground.
Stevenson Park has a beautiful pond that can be enjoyed year round.
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School for exceptional children serves the area
Children living east of South 17th Avenue attend Garfield Elementary School, while those west of the avenue head to Roosevelt Elementary School. Both maintain a C rating on Niche. The two schools combine into Irving Middle School, which also has a C rating. Older students head to Proviso East High School, which has a C-minus rating and offers 40 student clubs, including Math Club Varsity and Multicultural Club.
Proviso Area for Exceptional Children's campus is in the community's southeastern corner. As a Special Education Cooperative Joint Agreement, P.A.E.C. offers services and programming for special and general education students ages 3 to 22 and their families. The cooperative serves students from several school districts in the area.
Students from Seminary District will attend Proviso East High School.
Irving Middle School serves the students of Seminary District.
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Seasonal events in downtown Maywood
"Some blocks have activities and events, and others are pretty quiet," Vigil says. Maywood hosts its annual Maywood Fest in early September to close out the summer season. The celebration encourages locals to stop by Maywood Park for a weekend of live music and food and to peruse vendors selling art and other handmade goods. In December, folks gather for the Tree Lighting Celebration at Maywood City Hall. The event includes performances from local student choirs and marching bands, visits with Santa and the tree lighting to ring in the holiday.
Seminary District residents love attending the yearly Kid-a-Palooza in nearby Melrose Park.
Santa rides atop a firetruck to begin the tree lighting ceremony near Seminary District.
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Noise from Interstate 290 and O'Hare International Airport
According to the National Transportation Noise Map, Seminary District residents, along with the rest of Maywood, are subject to the periodic sounds of planes heading in and out of Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Considering its location along Interstate 290, those living in the community's southern end can expect some background noise from passing cars.
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Parks in this Area
Thatcher Woods Glen
Trails
Events
Parking Lot
Winfield Scott Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Flippinger Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Babe Ruth Park
Baseball/Softball
Multi-Purpose Field
Stevenson Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
19 min drive
Bus
Madison St & 11th Ave
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Madison St & 17th Ave
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Madison St & 9th Ave
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Madison St & 13th Ave
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Madison St & 22nd Ave
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Madison St & 25th St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Seminary District
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Seminary District, Maywood sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Seminary District, Maywood over the last 12 months is $251,279, up 14% 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
4,012
Median Age
40
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,043
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,814
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.6%
College Graduates
17.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
54/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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