Park Forest City Property Records in Illinois
Park Forest is a village in the south suburbs of Chicago, lying mostly in Cook County with a smaller portion in Will County. Founded as a planned community after World War II, its property records vary slightly by county.
For Cook County parcels, check the Cook County Clerk's Recordings Division for deeds, the Cook County Assessor's Office for values, the Cook County Board of Review for appeals and the Cook County Treasurer's Office for taxes. Parcels in Will County are recorded by the Will County Recorder of Deeds in Joliet and taxed through the Will County Treasurer. The Village of Park Forest Building Department handles local permits.
Park Forest Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Park Forest and shows how many incidents were recorded across different offense types. It includes violent crimes such as murder, robbery and assault, as well as property crimes such as total property crimes, burglary and motor vehicle theft.
In the data, Park Forest recorded 3 murders, 10 robberies and 40 assaults. For property crimes, the data shows 309 total property crimes, including 98 burglaries and 91 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts let users compare how often each type of offense was reported in the city. The figures describe reported incidents only, so they do not provide a complete picture of crime in Park Forest.
What Is the Population Profile of Park Forest
Park Forest is predominantly Black, at 70% of residents (14,525 people). White residents are the second-largest group at 19% (3,870 people), followed by Hispanic residents at 9% (1,864 people). Two or More Races residents make up 2% (495 people), and Asian residents 0.48% (100 people). Other Race, American Indian and Pacific Islander residents are recorded at 0.10% (22 people), 0.07% (15 people) and 0.03% (7 people).
Park Forest, Ratings Compared Across Illinois 
Park Forest's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. Diversity is the highest-rated category at A, followed by Access to Outdoor Activities and Access to Parks at A-. Cost of Living, Commute and Good for Young Professionals are rated B, while Public Schools and Access to Bars are the lowest at C. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Park Forest
Park Forest's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (25%), Some College (24%), and Bachelor Degree (15%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Park Forest's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (58%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (31%) and 1980 - 1999 (7%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Park Forest's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (42%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (33%) and 4 Bedrooms (17%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Park Forest's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (16%), 25 - 34 (14%), and 35 - 44 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Park Forest
Park Forest's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $106,200. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,341 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Park Forest's dynamic real estate landscape.