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Moving to Washington Park, Illinois

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

About this CityHub guide

Washington Park had an estimated 1,701 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $37,500 median owner-occupied home value, $864 median gross rent and 20.9-minute mean commute.

The short version

Washington Park had an estimated 1,701 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $37,500 median owner-occupied home value, $864 median gross rent and 20.9-minute mean commute.

What stands out

Washington Park maintains a village public works department for street and infrastructure concerns. If you are comparing a specific property here, contact that department about the street and service questions that matter to you.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
2020–2024 ACS population estimate
1,701
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median owner-occupied home value
$37,500
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median gross rent
$864
as of 2024-12-31Source
Mean travel time to work
20.9 minutes
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median household income
$38,750
as of 2024-12-31Source
2020 housing units
1,003
as of 2020-04-01Source
2020 population
2,592
as of 2020-04-01Source
The local picture

A feel for Washington Park, 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

Metro EastEstablishedIllinois

Highlights

  • 2,592 residents in the 2020 Census
  • 1,003 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 Washington Park, Illinois a good fit?

What stands out

Washington Park maintains a village public works department for street and infrastructure concerns. If you are comparing a specific property here, contact that department about the street and service questions that matter to you.

Things to check
Test your commute

The published mean travel time to work is 20.9 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?

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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
$37,500

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

Data: 2024-12-31View source
Median gross rent
$864

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: 20.9 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 Washington Park, Illinois. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.

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How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to Washington Park, Illinois

What is it like to live in Washington Park, Illinois?+

Washington Park had an estimated 1,701 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $37,500 median owner-occupied home value, $864 median gross rent and 20.9-minute mean commute. Washington Park maintains a village public works department for street and infrastructure concerns. If you are comparing a specific property here, contact that department about the street and service questions that matter to you.

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

The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $37,500 in Washington Park, 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 Washington Park, Illinois?+

CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Washington Park, 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.

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What is commuting from Washington Park, Illinois like?+

The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 20.9 minutes for residents of Washington Park, 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 Washington Park, Illinois?+

The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $864/month in Washington Park, 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 Washington Park, Illinois?+

The published mean travel time to work is 20.9 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Illinois Route 111 — Washington Park 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 Washington Park, 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 Washington Park, Illinois

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Around town

Places to know

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

Parks & outdoors

1 place
Village park

Washington Park Community Park

A neighborhood outdoor recreation space.

Official details

Family destinations

1 place
Nearby recreation centerNearby

Jackie Joyner-Kersee Center

A major nearby youth and community recreation facility.

Official details

Shopping & errands

1 place
Commercial corridor

Illinois Route 111 — Washington Park

The village's main connection to retail, employment and services.

Official details

Civic & everyday

2 places
Nearby libraryNearby

East St. Louis Public Library

A nearby public library serving Washington Park households.

Official details
Village hall

Washington Park Village Hall

The municipal government center.

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

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