Elwood
Elwood, Will • 60421
A small village surrounded by the massive CenterPoint intermodal facility. Growing logistics employment hub with affordable rural housing nearby.
$210,000
Median Home Price2,500
PopulationParks & Recreation
Village park and playground. Close to Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie and Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Rural setting with access to area forest preserves.
Shopping & Dining
Limited local retail. Close to Joliet and Channahon for shopping and dining. Local convenience stores serve daily needs.
Transportation & Commute
I-55 and Route 53 access. Major freight corridor with abundant logistics employment at CenterPoint.
Highway access: I-55, IL-53
What It's Like to Live Here
Elwood is a tiny village that sits next to one of the largest inland ports in North America. The CenterPoint intermodal facility provides thousands of logistics jobs within minutes. Despite the industrial neighbor, the residential areas maintain a quiet, rural character. Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery nearby adds a solemn dignity to the area. Buyers come for the affordable prices and short commutes to warehouse employment.
Demographics
Median household income around $55,000. Small, working-class community. About 28% of households have children. Homeownership rate near 70%. Many residents work in the CenterPoint logistics corridor. Stable population with modest growth.
Crime & Safety
Low crime rate given the small population. The rural character and tight community contribute to safety. Property crime is minimal. Will County Sheriff provides law enforcement coverage.
Special Attractions
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery — a 982-acre national veterans cemetery that is one of the largest in the country. Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie with bison herd is adjacent. CenterPoint Intermodal Center — one of the largest inland ports in North America. Rural landscapes and open farmland.
Entertainment & Nightlife
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery (memorials and events). Midewin Prairie hiking, birdwatching, and bison viewing. Rural outdoor recreation. Close to Joliet entertainment and dining. Channahon State Park within 10 minutes. Community gatherings at the village park.
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