Lemont, Illinois, is one of the most unique and scenic communities in the Chicago area, known for its historic charm, rolling landscapes, excellent schools, and strong sense of community. Nestled along the Des Plaines River and Illinois & Michigan Canal, Lemont offers a distinctive blend of natural beauty, rich history, and modern suburban living. Homebuyers are drawn to Lemont for its diverse housing options, including historic homes, family-friendly neighborhoods, luxury custom estates, golf course communities, and newer construction developments.
Residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life with access to miles of hiking and biking trails, forest preserves, parks, and outdoor recreation. Lemont’s vibrant downtown features locally owned restaurants, boutiques, and community events that celebrate the village’s historic character and small-town atmosphere. Its convenient location provides easy access to major highways, Metra service, and employment centers throughout Chicagoland, making it a popular choice for families, professionals, and retirees alike.
The Driscoll Crisp Team has extensive experience helping buyers and sellers navigate the Lemont real estate market. Whether you're searching for homes for sale in Lemont, considering selling your property, or exploring Lemont neighborhoods, schools, and local amenities, our team provides the local expertise, market knowledge, and personalized service needed to help you achieve your real estate goals in one of the southwest suburbs’ most desirable communities.
24,255 people live in Lemont, where the median age is 44.8 and the average individual income is $56,574. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Lemont, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including BTB Wines, Los Morales Bakery, and BTB Wines.
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| Dining | 1.4 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.78 miles | 11 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.62 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.41 miles | 22 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
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Lemont has 8,697 households, with an average household size of 2.75. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lemont do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 24,255 people call Lemont home. The population density is 817 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Tracy and Diane are both life-long residents of the Western Suburbs – working, raising families and participating on school and local boards within the community. They KNOW the area, the people, the neighborhoods and, most of all, the homes. This intimate local knowledge provides their clients unequalled advantage when looking for a new home or tapping into buyers for their own.
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