Grundy County, Illinois
Coal City Real Estate and Local Guide
A rural village that grew from area coal mining and now sits near power-generation and manufacturing employment on the fringe of the Chicago metropolitan area. The community hosts seasonal events including concerts and movies in the park. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Coal City best.
About the area
Living in Coal City, IL
Incorporated in 1870 and named for the coal mines built after large coal reserves were discovered in the area.
The housing market
Homes in Coal City
- About 81% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- Roughly 68% of housing is detached single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $211,600.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Coal City home
Coal City Area Club
1,480-acre recreation club built from former strip mines, a focal point of local recreation since the early 1960s
Campbell Memorial Park
Village park with a gazebo, concession stand, and the Angel of Hope Memorial
Lions Park
Baseball fields, skate park, playgrounds, pavilions, and an ice-skating rink
Coal City Bike Path
Village trail running from Hunter's Run to McArdle Road
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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.