About Romeoville
Romeoville sits along I-55 between Bolingbrook and Joliet, covering a wide footprint of mostly post-1970s residential development. The village grew from its small original core into one of Will County's larger municipalities through the 1990s and 2000s, and most housing reflects that period — ranch homes, two-story family homes, and a mix of subdivisions across multiple price points.
The village has a notably diverse demographic for the area, drawing a mix of long-time families, newer Cook County movers looking for more home for the dollar, and a steady stream of buyers connected to Lewis University and the I-55 employment corridor. Housing prices generally run below Lockport, Lemont, and most of Joliet, which positions Romeoville as a value-oriented option.
For buyers, Romeoville offers practical suburban living with strong infrastructure — I-55 access, full park district, multiple grocery and retail anchors, and a public library system that stays well-funded. It does not have the historic-downtown character of Lockport or Lemont, but it delivers the everyday-convenience metrics most family buyers prioritize.
Why people move to Romeoville
Schools cover several districts. Most of Romeoville is served by Valley View School District 365U for elementary, middle, and high school — Romeoville High School and Bolingbrook High School depending on boundary. Some northern addresses fall into Plainfield 202. Always verify the assigned schools for any specific address.
Lewis University, on the village's eastern edge, anchors the area economically and culturally. The campus drives a steady rental and starter-home demand near its periphery and supports cultural programming that benefits all residents. The university's partnership with the village on community events and infrastructure is unusual for a suburb of this size.
Commuting is car-driven. There is no Metra station in Romeoville (closest are Lemont on the Heritage Corridor and Lockport, also Heritage Corridor). I-55 runs the length of the village's eastern side, putting downtown Chicago about 35–45 minutes away by car under typical conditions. I-355 is about 5 minutes east.
Neighborhoods in Romeoville
- High Point. Established subdivision near the center of the village.
- Lakewood Falls. Mid-2000s subdivision with lake features.
- Marquette Lakes. Newer construction with water and trail features.
- Wesglen. Established 1990s neighborhood near Weber Road.
Schools serving Romeoville
Elementary & Middle
- Valley View School District 365U
- Plainfield CCSD 202 (some northern boundaries)
High School
- Valley View 365U — Romeoville High School, Bolingbrook High School (boundary-dependent)
- Plainfield 202 — Plainfield North / Central (some boundaries)
Things to do in Romeoville
- Lewis University campus and events
- Romeoville Public Library
- Volunteer Park and Romeoville Recreation Center
- Belmont Park and Joliet Road bike connections
- I-55 Frontage Road retail and dining
Commute & transportation
No Metra station inside Romeoville — closest are Lemont and Lockport (both Heritage Corridor, limited weekday-only service). I-55 runs along the eastern edge; I-355 is about 5 minutes east via Boughton Road or 127th Street.
The Romeoville market right now
Romeoville consistently provides one of the best price-per-square-foot values in eastern Will County. Inventory turns over relatively quickly; most demand sits in the Valley View 365U feeder pattern with strong activity near Lewis University.
For a current, address-specific valuation or buyer comp set in Romeoville, get in touch — I'll send a written report within 1–2 business days.