Will County, Illinois
University Park Real Estate and Local Guide
A planned community developed in the 1960s as one of the region's few new towns and a leader in open housing and racial integration. The village is anchored by Governors State University. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know University Park best.
About the area
Living in University Park, IL
Developed in the 1960s as a planned new community, first named Wood Hill, then Park Forest South, and finally University Park, under the federal New Communities Act of 1968.
The housing market
Homes in University Park
- About 61% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- Roughly 43% of housing is single-family detached homes.
- The median home value is about $137,800.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes University Park home
Governors State University
Public university established in 1969, located in the village
Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park
Internationally recognized outdoor sculpture park on the Governors State University campus
University Park Metra station
Southern terminal stop on the Metra Electric District line
Craig Park
Village park with a lighted baseball field, basketball courts, concession stand, and playground
Pine Lake
Village amenity and visitor destination in University Park
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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.