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Villa Park, IL

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Bask in the Garden Village’s many natural and metropolitan delights

Suburban Family-Friendly Convenient Quiet Welcoming Affordable Active Commuter

Situated about 19 miles west of Chicago, Villa Park is known as the Garden Village with 18 lush parks within its borders. Primarily a residential area, Villa Park offers residents a small-town feel with all the comforts of suburban living near one of the nation’s largest cities.

Surrounded by numerous golf and country clubs, forest preserves, and parks, Villa Park provides residents with tons of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The 61-mile Illinois Prairie Path also runs through town, allowing walkable and bikeable access to neighboring towns and wooded areas. Villa Park is also home to Safari Land, an expansive indoor amusement park.

Two major shopping destinations are convenient to Villa Park, Oakbrook Center and Yorktown Center, brimming with all kinds of retail delights. The many metropolitan amenities of Chicago are just a short train ride or drive away as well. Commuting and traveling from Villa Park is easy with access to a Metra station, O’Hare International Airport, and Interstates 88, 290, 294, and 355.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Villa Park, IL is $1,478 for one bedroom, $1,837 for two bedrooms, and $1,230 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Villa Park has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,478/month
663 Sq Ft
House
$2,909/month
1,003 Sq Ft
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Transportation

68

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

23

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

57

Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Ardmore Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

470 Students

8
out of 10

North Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

405 Students

6
out of 10

John E Albright Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

197 Students

5
out of 10

John E Albright Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

197 Students

5
out of 10

Jefferson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

421 Students

4
out of 10

Jackson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

647 Students

3
out of 10

Willowbrook High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,992 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Lilacia Park
  • Wilder Park Conservatory
  • Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
  • Cricket Creek Forest Preserve
  • Churchill Woods Forest Preserve

Airports

  • Chicago O'Hare International
  • Chicago Midway International

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