Lemont has been rediscovered. One of the oldest communities in northeastern Illinois, and home to the PGA Tour’s Western Open, Lemont was originally settled during the construction of the Illinois and Michigan Canal. Nestled among the bluffs of the Des Plaines River Valley, Lemont offers dramatic changes in elevation between the floor of the valley and the hills that are in striking contrast to the plains of Illinois. With current Metra train service to downtown Chicago, just 30 minutes southwest and a soon to be completed connection with I-355, Lemont offers a unique opportunity to own or build on larger scenic sites with more affordable values that are all within easy access to areas of employment. This growing village currently has a population of 13,000 residents. Industries that provide employment in Lemont include educational, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade and professional, scientific, management, administrative and waste management services. Students in grades K-12 are accommodated by Lemont Schools. Several colleges and universities, including Lewis University, are in proximity for those who wish to attain a degree in higher education. Historic downtown Lemont is a great place for residents to gather for special events, food, music and family fun. The Lemont Park District oversees 13 facilities that offer playgrounds, community centers, ball fields and other recreational activities. Real estate options in Lemont consist of single-family detached homes, estate properties, condominiums, townhouses and land lots. This historic, yet fast growing, community prides itself on beautiful neighborhoods, an abundance of recreational activities, excellent schools and an overall exceptional quality of life.

Lemont Real Estate Info: Prices of Lemont Houses for Sale

The real estate market in Lemont includes a variety of neighborhoods with distinctive quality and charm. Residential growth has boomed in recent years, providing prospective residents with a variety of housing styles and options. Condominiums and townhouses are priced from the mid-$100,000s to $500,000. Single-family detached homes start at around $200,000. Waterfront properties and spacious tree lined estate lots with multiple fireplaces, beautiful decks, swimming pools and spas range from $600,000 to $2 million. A good selection of land and lots is also available for custom development.

Lemont IL Real Estate for the week of August 30th, 2010: homes priced around $341,379 compared to $354,060 the previous week, showing a decrease of less than -4%.  As of August 30th, 2010, the current number of listings in Lemont IL are 342 listings.  For Friday, September 3rd, the current national mortgage rate for a 30 year fixed mortgage is 4.33%; the 15 year fixed rate is at 3.85%. For a loan larger than conventional conforming loans, or 'jumbo' loan, the 30 year rate is 5.48%, while the 15 year jumbo rate currently is at 5.02%. You can calculate your mortgage rate with our mortgage calculators.  Get local info and homes for sale in Lemont IL. View active real estate listings for different types of properties including new homes, houses for sale, foreclosures in Lemont, short sales, and price reduced listings. Find information and property resources including prices of recently sold homes in Lemont, Lemont neighborhood information, crime stats, home values, and schools in Lemont to help you find the best home!