The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 60181 sells for about $380,000, or $243 per square foot.
Prices are up +8.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 41 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,654 a month.
ZIP 60181 — Villa Park
The Villa Park housing market shows resilience with steady price appreciation and competitive demand. While inventory remains tight, the area continues to attract buyers due to its suburban appeal and proximity to Chicago. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and exact tax rates are based on current market reports and local assessments.
Villa Park is ideal for families and commuters seeking a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to Chicago, offering a mix of affordable housing and established community amenities.
Median prices moved up 8.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 41 days on market with 2.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
10% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.7% · poverty 6.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 60181, DuPage County IL
Villa Park generally experiences crime rates consistent with suburban DuPage County, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement maintains active community engagement to manage safety trends.
The area is served by well-regarded public school districts, including District 45 and District 88, which provide a range of educational opportunities for local families.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near the Salt Creek corridor.
Villa Park benefits from its proximity to major employment hubs in the western Chicago suburbs and ongoing redevelopment efforts along the North Avenue commercial corridor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Illinois) — Property Tax Assessment (Fair Cash Value): Property is assessed at 33 1/3% of its fair cash value. The tax bill is calculated by multiplying the equalized assessed value (EAV) by the aggregate tax rate of the local taxing districts.
Residents benefit from easy access to the Metra Union Pacific West line and major thoroughfares like I-290 and I-355, facilitating commutes to downtown Chicago and surrounding business parks.
The area features the Great Western Trail for cycling and walking, numerous local parks, and proximity to the Salt Creek Greenway, alongside diverse shopping and dining options along North Avenue.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and limited vacancy, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment complexes catering to commuters and families.
The local economy is supported by a mix of retail, light industrial, and service-sector businesses, with many residents commuting to larger corporate headquarters in the surrounding DuPage County area.
The area is well-connected via the Metra rail system and major highway interchanges, supporting a robust commuter population.
Ongoing planning focuses on transit-oriented development and the revitalization of older commercial districts to attract new businesses.
The DuPage County Assessor manages property valuations based on market trends and state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to various special districts, including school districts, library districts, and the DuPage County Forest Preserve District.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the village's fire protection rating.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Navy Pier4.619.2 mi
- Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm and Fall Fest4.518.3 mi
- Museum of Illusions Chicago4.618 mi
- Dave & Buster's Rosemont4.38.8 mi
- Activate Games4.91.8 mi
- Navy Pier4.619.2 mi
- Wrigley Field4.817.3 mi
- United Center4.715.6 mi
- Soldier Field4.518.6 mi
- McCormick Place4.518.7 mi
- Brookfield Zoo Chicago4.67.9 mi
- Rivers Casino Des Plaines3.910.1 mi
- The Morton Arboretum4.86.3 mi
- Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve4.710.6 mi
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago3.911.6 mi
- Navy Pier4.619.2 mi
- Shedd Aquarium4.518.7 mi
- The Art Institute of Chicago4.818.3 mi
- Field Museum4.718.6 mi
- The Chicago Theatre4.718 mi
- The Morton Arboretum4.86.3 mi
- Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve4.710.6 mi
- Cantigny Park4.89.4 mi
- Olympic Park4.610.5 mi
- Lilacia Park4.82.3 mi
- Topgolf Naperville4.412.8 mi
- White Pines Golf Club4.14.8 mi
- Arrowhead Golf Club4.58.7 mi
- Cantigny Golf4.79.4 mi
- St. Andrews Golf and Country Club4.312.2 mi
- Woodfield Mall4.512.1 mi
- Fashion Outlets of Chicago4.48.8 mi
- Oakbrook Center4.62.3 mi
- Harlem Irving Plaza4.410.2 mi
- North Riverside Park Mall4.28.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A popular multi-use trail for walking and cycling.
Provides extensive green space and recreational opportunities.
Preserves the local history of the village.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).