Marycrest Park is a sought-after subdivision in Country Club Hills with huge homes.
Community Park in Country Club Hills has walking trails, a track, and a baseball field.
Enjoy a walk with your dog on the quiet tree-lined streets of Country Club Hills.
Country Club Hills features homes with two-car garages and ample lots.
Country Club Hills offers spacious lots and meticulously maintained lawns.

Country Club Hills, IL Area Guide

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Country Club Hills is a city in Cook County, Illinois, about 25 miles southwest of Chicago. Originally called Cooper's Grove, it was incorporated in 1958 and has grown into a well-established residential community of around 16,700 people. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Country Club Hills, you'll find a quieter, more relaxed setting than city living, without losing easy access to everything the greater Chicago metro has to offer. Day-to-day life here comes with solid conveniences. Local shopping centers like Heritage Plaza and Shops at Coopers Grove cover everyday needs, and Bartel Grassland Nature Preserve offers a welcome escape outdoors. The city keeps things lively throughout the year with community events like Ward Picnics, a City-Wide Garage Sale, and the Summer Under the Stars Concert Series. Apartment communities in the area tend to feature garden-style layouts that fit the neighborhood's residential feel. Nearby communities like Homewood, Oak Forest, and Matteson give renters even more options to explore along the south suburban corridor. Getting around is easy. Interstates 57 and 80 give drivers direct routes into Chicago or across the region, and Metra commuter rail stations in Homewood and Oak Forest are just a short drive away, making downtown Chicago reachable without a car. Chicago Midway International Airport is about 17 miles out, and O'Hare is accessible within roughly 70 minutes. Higher education is close by too, with Prairie State College, Governors State University, and South Suburban College all within about 10 miles. For renters who want suburban living with strong Chicago connections, Country Club Hills is a smart, well-positioned choice.

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Enjoy a walk with your dog on the quiet tree-lined streets of Country Club Hills.

Country Club Hills features homes with two-car garages and ample lots.

Country Club Hills offers spacious lots and meticulously maintained lawns.

Stately homes with stone and brick exteriors are being built in Country Club Hills, IL.

Marycrest Park in Country Club Hills has a shaded walking path perfect for daily walks.

Country Club Hills is near I-80 which runs East-West & I-57 which runs North-South.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$67,849

Average: $85,309

Education

3,927

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

7,497

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

40 Years

Largest Age Group

15-24 Years

Approximately 16% of Residents

Under 20

26%

Over 65

20%

Housing Distribution

Country Club Hills has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
30%
Non-Renters
70%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%

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Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

Meadowview School

Public

Grades K-5

281 Students

Nob Hill Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

161 Students

Zenon J Sykuta School

Public

Grades PK-5

269 Students

Southwood Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

277 Students

Hillcrest High School

Public

Grades 9-12

982 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Bartel Grassland Nature Preserve
  • Bremen Grove
  • Camp Sullivan
  • Central Park Wetlands
  • Carlson Springs Woods

Airports

  • Chicago Midway International
  • Chicago O'Hare International

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Living in Country Club Hills

History

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Country Club Hills emerged as a planned suburban community in the 1950s and 1960s, reflecting the post-war boom that transformed Chicago's southern suburbs. The city incorporated in 1958, taking its name from the nearby Country Club Hills Golf Course, which helped define the area's residential character. What began as open farmland quickly developed into an appealing suburban destination, drawing residents seeking newer homes and a sense of community within easy reach of Chicago's downtown employment centers.

Today, the city's mid-century roots are still visible in the architectural styles found throughout neighborhoods, with ranch homes and split-levels that reflect the era's design sensibilities. While Country Club Hills doesn't boast grand historic districts or century-old landmarks, its story is one of suburban evolution and adaptation. Residents experience a community shaped by its development during a pivotal time in American suburban expansion, with local institutions and civic spaces that have grown alongside the population over the past six decades.

Parks

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The city maintains several neighborhood parks featuring playgrounds, sports fields, and picnic areas that provide opportunities for both organized activities and casual outdoor enjoyment. The surrounding south suburban area also provides access to forest preserves and regional trail systems that extend recreational options beyond city limits. Throughout the year, the local parks department coordinates seasonal programming including youth sports leagues, summer camps, and community events that bring residents together. Basketball courts, tennis facilities, and open play areas give residents year-round venues for staying active. The city's commitment to maintaining accessible outdoor spaces contributes to the community-oriented atmosphere that defines the area, offering residents convenient options for recreation, exercise, and social connection close to home.

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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 September 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.