Cook County, Illinois
Calumet City Real Estate and Local Guide
A south suburban Chicago city in the Calumet region with a majority-Black population, anchored by the River Oaks shopping district and its landmark smiley-face water towers. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Calumet City best.
About the area
Living in Calumet City, IL
The fictional Blues Brothers, Jake and Elwood, were said to be from Calumet City, and the town gained a Prohibition-era reputation for illegal alcohol and gambling.
The housing market
Homes in Calumet City
- About 55.9% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 52.9% of housing is single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $133,600.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Calumet City home
Smiley face water towers
Two "Have a Nice Day" smiley-face water towers near River Oaks Mall and State Street, a local point of pride
River Oaks Center
Regional shopping mall near the Bishop Ford Freeway
Green Lake Family Aquatic Center
Forest Preserve District of Cook County aquatic center at Green Lake Woods with a zero-depth pool and lazy river
Calumet Memorial Park District
Flagship park with playground, splash pad, miniature golf, ball fields, and sports courts
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.