City Guide
La Grange, IL
Overview
La Grange, IL is famous for its unique and notable events including the annual Pet Parade, Endless Summerfest, West End Art Festival, Halloween Walk, and Holiday Walk. There are 15,136 residents, so La Grange is a good place to live if you prefer a smaller city. There are several parks in town, including Denning Park, Elm Park, Sedgwick Park, Spring Avenue Park, Waiola Park, Gilbert Park, and others. Another is that it is also a close-knit community with a strong volunteer spirit.
What’s it like to live in La Grange, IL ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in La Grange, IL you'll find that the median sale price is
$505,000
and homes stay on the market for 55 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in La Grange are $660,000
and $169,250
, respectively. La Grange area townhouses have a median sale price of $207,500
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in La Grange, ILExplore our La Grange housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how La Grange home prices compare to other markets. Explore our La Grange rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how La Grange rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in La Grange, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around La Grange
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeacres | $675,000 | 48 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Ridge Acres | $750,000 | 46 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Downtown | $525,000 | 65 / 100 | 77 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
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La Grange Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 16% of La Grange homebuyers searched to move out of La Grange, while 84% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into La Grange from outside metros.
- Peoria homebuyers searched to move into La Grange more than any other metro followed by Rockford and New York.
Where are people moving to La Grange from?
- 84% of La Grange homebuyers searched to stay within the La Grange metropolitan area.
- Cape Coral was the most popular destination among La Grange homebuyers followed by Phoenix and Sarasota.
Where are people from La Grange moving to?
Number of People Moving to La Grange
least
most
People are moving to La Grange from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,034 | ||
| 2 | 992 | ||
| 3 | 916 | ||
| 4 | 738 | ||
| 5 | 732 | ||
| 6 | 452 | ||
| 7 | 447 | ||
| 8 | 431 | ||
| 9 | 290 | ||
| 10 | 249 | ||
People are leaving La Grange for
| Outbound | Net outflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,949 | ||
| 2 | 1,618 | ||
| 3 | 1,171 | ||
| 4 | 1,145 | ||
| 5 | 1,076 | ||
| 6 | 1,038 | ||
| 7 | 1,016 | ||
| 8 | 1,005 | ||
| 9 | 922 | ||
| 10 | 785 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in La Grange, IL ?
If you're living in La Grange, IL, you might be curious about what to do in your spare time. From nature parks to stellar restaurants and an arts and culture scene, there's plenty to do in this city. La Grange Area Historical Society is one of the many landmarks you can check out in La Grange. You'll find that there's a vibrant arts and culture scene, with many performing arts centers such as Reber Center for the Performing Arts and St Cletus Fine Arts Series. Home to Sedgwick Park and Denning Park, there are a lot of parks where you can spend a relaxing morning. For a taste of La Grange's cuisine, there are a few local eateries you don't want to skip. Palmer Restaurant & Biergarten, Santiago's Mexican Restaurant, and Magic Wok Restaurant are just three of the numerous restaurants you should stop for a meal at.
Explore some of the best things to do in La Grange
What's the best way to get around La Grange, IL ?
La Grange Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
La Grange has 2 heavy rail stations; Metra - La Grange Stone Avenue, Metra - LaGrange Rd Station. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There is 1 car rental location.
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