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Moving to Venice, Illinois

Metro East community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life

About this CityHub guide

Venice had an estimated 1,636 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $54,000 median owner-occupied home value, $1,015 median gross rent and 22.1-minute mean commute.

The short version

Venice had an estimated 1,636 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $54,000 median owner-occupied home value, $1,015 median gross rent and 22.1-minute mean commute.

What stands out

The McKinley Bridge links Illinois-side trails with the St. Louis riverfront trail network near Venice. If cross-river cycling is part of your routine, compare homes by their safe route to that connection.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
2020–2024 ACS population estimate
1,636
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median owner-occupied home value
$54,000
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median gross rent
$1,015
as of 2024-12-31Source
Mean travel time to work
22.1 minutes
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median household income
$32,066
as of 2024-12-31Source
2020 housing units
790
as of 2020-04-01Source
2020 population
1,498
as of 2020-04-01Source
The local picture

A feel for Venice, Illinois

These local estimates and CityHub editorial ratings are for comparison and orientation. They are not verified statistics or current prices.

Local snapshot

Best for & local character

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Highlights

  • 1,498 residents in the 2020 Census
  • 790 housing units in the 2020 Census
  • Metro East

How it scores

CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.

Walkability40
Transit20
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining40
Parks & outdoors60
Arts & culture38
Quiet & peaceful58
The decision brief

Is Venice, Illinois a good fit?

What stands out

The McKinley Bridge links Illinois-side trails with the St. Louis riverfront trail network near Venice. If cross-river cycling is part of your routine, compare homes by their safe route to that connection.

Things to check
Test your commute

The published mean travel time to work is 22.1 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours.

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Does this fit your actual move?

Compare Venice, Illinois against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.

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Homes & housing

What does housing cost here?

Published Census estimates provide broad context where a reliable community-level figure is available. Check current homes or rentals for actual prices.

Median owner-occupied home value
$54,000

A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.

Data: 2024-12-31View source
Median gross rent
$1,015

Useful renter context—not a substitute for current available rentals.

Data: 2024-12-31View source

Price is only part of the monthly payment

For a specific home, also account for the interest rate, property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, and condition. That’s why two homes with the same price tag can still cost very different amounts every month.

Plan the daily trip

Commute & getting around

Published mean travel time to work: 22.1 minutes. This is a community estimate, not the trip from a specific home. Test your route during your regular travel hours.

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Schools

Which schools serve this address?

The address—not the city name—determines the schools

The community name alone does not establish a school assignment in Venice, Illinois. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.

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Identify the district

Start with the property’s complete street address.

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Check the boundary tool

Use the district’s official address or attendance lookup.

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Confirm before deciding

Ask the district to verify the current assignment and enrollment details.

Illinois school district finder

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How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

A few documented places in Venice, Illinois; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to Venice, Illinois

What is it like to live in Venice, Illinois?+

Venice had an estimated 1,636 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $54,000 median owner-occupied home value, $1,015 median gross rent and 22.1-minute mean commute. The McKinley Bridge links Illinois-side trails with the St. Louis riverfront trail network near Venice. If cross-river cycling is part of your routine, compare homes by their safe route to that connection.

What should I know about housing costs in Venice, Illinois?+

The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $54,000 in Venice, Illinois. That describes existing homes in a survey period, not current listings or the homes available within your budget. Compare actual properties and their condition.

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What should movers know about schools in Venice, Illinois?+

CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Venice, Illinois. The district and attendance boundary depend on the exact address and can change. Use the official lookup as a starting point, then confirm with the district before making a housing decision.

Use the Illinois district finder
What is commuting from Venice, Illinois like?+

The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 22.1 minutes for residents of Venice, Illinois. That average covers many destinations and schedules; it does not predict your own trip. Test a prospective address at your usual hour.

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What costs should I consider before moving to Venice, Illinois?+

The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,015/month in Venice, Illinois. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.

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What should I verify before choosing a home in Venice, Illinois?+

The published mean travel time to work is 22.1 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Broadway — Venice is one documented local destination; check the route and current access from the home you are considering. Confirm school assignment, property condition and recurring costs for the exact address.

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Keep narrowing the decision

Put Venice, Illinois in context.

The community guide tells you about this place. These guides help answer whether this is the right kind of place for your move.

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Understand the geography

Map of Venice, Illinois

See where Venice, Illinois sits in the St. Louis region, then open named local places for directions and surrounding context.

Open full map

This map is for orientation. Confirm municipal, school, floodplain, and parcel boundaries with the appropriate official source.

Around town

Places to know

Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Venice, Illinois.

Parks & outdoors

1 place
Municipal park

Venice Community Park

A neighborhood park and recreation space.

Official details

Shopping & errands

1 place
Commercial and access corridor

Broadway — Venice

The city's main corridor for local access and services.

Official details

Things to do

1 place
Regional trail connection

McKinley Bridge Bikeway — Venice access

A bicycle and pedestrian connection across the Mississippi River.

Official details

Civic & everyday

2 places
Nearby libraryNearby

Granite City Public Library

A nearby public-library resource serving Venice.

Official details
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Sources, dates & how we got here3 sources · expand

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