Crest Hill
Crest Hill, Will • 60403
An affordable community adjacent to Joliet with easy access to I-80 and growing retail along Route 30.
$210,000
Median Home Price21,000
Population60 min
Commute to DowntownParks & Recreation
Crest Hill parks and recreation programs, nearby Pilcher Park and Joliet Park District facilities. Community playground and sports fields.
Shopping & Dining
Route 30 retail corridor with grocery stores, restaurants, and services. Close to Louis Joliet Mall. Growing commercial development along Larkin Avenue.
Transportation & Commute
I-80 and Route 30 access. Close to Joliet Metra stations.
Highway access: I-80, US-30
What It's Like to Live Here
Crest Hill offers some of the most affordable housing in the I-80 corridor. The community is undergoing commercial growth along Route 30, bringing new restaurants and retail. Residents enjoy quick access to Joliet's amenities while maintaining a quieter residential character. First-time buyers find excellent value here.
Demographics
Median household income around $60,000. Diverse, working-class community. About 33% of households have children. Mix of homeowners and renters. Median age in the low 30s. Growing population driven by affordable housing stock.
Crime & Safety
Moderate crime rate — comparable to adjacent Joliet areas. Property crime is the primary category. The Crest Hill Police Department has focused on traffic enforcement and commercial corridor safety. Residential areas are generally quiet.
Special Attractions
Growing Route 30 commercial corridor with new restaurants and retail. Close proximity to Pilcher Park Nature Center (327 acres). Easy access to Joliet's entertainment venues. New residential developments are modernizing the community.
Entertainment & Nightlife
Route 30 dining and shopping. Close to Hollywood Casino Joliet. Pilcher Park hiking and nature programs. Louis Joliet Mall. Joliet Slammers baseball games. Haunted Trails amusement park nearby.
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