City Guide
Westchester, IL
Overview
Home to 17,000 residents, Westchester, IL, is a small, quiet suburb west of Chicago. Living in Westchester means you'll be near the Wolf Road Prairie State Nature Preserve, a rare habitat featuring nodding wild onions, wild bergamot, and other unusual prairie plants. The suburb also features the Franzosenbusch Prairie House, a renovated 19th-century farmhouse and museum.
What’s it like to live in Westchester, IL ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Westchester, IL you'll find that the median sale price is
$315,000
and homes stay on the market for 84 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Westchester are $312,000
and $195,000
, respectively. Westchester area townhouses have a median sale price of $325,000
, making them more expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Westchester, ILExplore our Westchester housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Westchester home prices compare to other markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Westchester, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
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Westchester Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 16% of Westchester homebuyers searched to move out of Westchester, while 84% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Westchester from outside metros.
- Peoria homebuyers searched to move into Westchester more than any other metro followed by New York and Springfield.
Where are people moving to Westchester from?
- 84% of Westchester homebuyers searched to stay within the Westchester metropolitan area.
Where are people from Westchester moving to?
Number of People Moving to Westchester
least
most
People are moving to Westchester from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,083 | ||
| 2 | 865 | ||
| 3 | 752 | ||
| 4 | 732 | ||
| 5 | 646 | ||
| 6 | 519 | ||
| 7 | 360 | ||
| 8 | 337 | ||
| 9 | 270 | ||
| 10 | 254 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Westchester, IL ?
Some of the best things to do in Westchester, IL, range from checking out local parks, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. You'll find plenty of exciting landmarks in Westchester like Smoking Pond. Home to Norfolk Park, Gladstone Park, and Mayfair Park, there are a lot of parks where you can spend a relaxing day. For a taste of Westchester's cuisine, there are a few local eateries you don't want to skip. Rocky's Pizza & Restaurant, Benjarong Thai Restaurant, and Gordan's Chinese Restaurant are just three of the numerous restaurants you should check out.
Explore some of the best things to do in Westchester
What's the best way to get around Westchester, IL ?
The best way to get around Westchester is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Westchester has a walk score of 43, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Westchester has a transit score of 31, with a few nearby public transportation options. You can also get around Westchester by bike. With a bike score of 45, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
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Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Westchester Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
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