Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
19%
Bellwood, IL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$919
Population
18,533
Renter Mix
30% Rent
Luxuriate in urban and suburban conveniences
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Urban
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Convenient
Bellwood, Illinois sits just 12 miles west of downtown Chicago, giving residents a quieter address without losing easy access to one of the country's biggest job markets. Nestled in Cook County along the Canadian National Railway corridor, this tight-knit suburb carries a strong industrial heritage that still shapes its identity today. The village covers roughly 3.5 square miles, making it compact enough to feel genuinely connected rather than sprawling and anonymous.
Neighborhoods here range from tree-lined residential blocks with well-kept single-family homes to more densely developed corridors closer to St. Charles Road and 25th Avenue, where retail and services keep daily errands within reach. Triton College in nearby River Grove adds an educational anchor to the broader area, drawing students and staff who appreciate Bellwood's proximity and relative affordability compared to closer-in Chicago suburbs.
The rental landscape includes garden-style apartment communities, two-flats, and scattered townhome options that reflect the village's traditionally residential character. Housing stock leans toward mid-century brick construction, giving the streetscape a grounded, established look. For renters who want a real neighborhood feel with straightforward access to Chicago via the CTA Blue Line at nearby Forest Park, Bellwood delivers substance over flash.
Explore the City
Memorial Park District in Bellwood has a terrific gazebo perfect for some shade.
Apollo Park in Bellwood has a mulched jungle gym.
A row of beautiful homes displaying some popular styles of homes in Bellwood.
Bellwood is home to a commercial corridor where you can get everything you need.
Stacy's Cafe is a Bellwood local steakhouse with a cozy atmosphere.
The Center in Bellwood is a great community center that has exercise equipment for everyone.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$66,730
Average: $78,700
Education
2,919
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,102
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Bellwood has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
30%
Non-Renters
70%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
11%
Other Education
89%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Bellwood, IL is $1,011 for a studio, $919 for one bedroom, $1,527 for two bedrooms, and $1,181 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bellwood has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$919/month
274 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Bellwood, IL is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
278 Students
Public
Grades K-5
293 Students
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
202 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
357 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
581 Students
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Brezina Woods
- Tyrell Trailside Museum / Thatcher Woods
- Cernan Earth and Space Center
- Wolf Road Prairie Nature Preserve
- York Woods Forest Preserve
Airports
- Chicago O'Hare International
- Chicago Midway International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.