Will County, Illinois
Manhattan Real Estate and Local Guide
A growing suburban village roughly 50 miles southwest of Chicago, Manhattan retains Irish and German heritage roots and hosts an annual Irish Fest. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Manhattan best.
About the area
Living in Manhattan, IL
The village was incorporated in 1886 as a Wabash Railroad stop that drew Irish and German immigrant workers.
The housing market
Homes in Manhattan
- About 88% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 68% of housing units are detached single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $314,400.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Manhattan home
Manhattan station (Metra SouthWest Service)
Southern terminus of Metra's SouthWest Service line to Chicago Union Station
Wauponsee Glacial Trail
Forest Preserve District of Will County trail with a Manhattan access point
Manhattan Park District
Provides recreation programs, facilities, parks and open space for village residents
Wauponsee Glacial Trail access
Trail managed by the Forest Preserve District of Will County
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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.