Getting to know Orland Hills

Orland Hills is a small southwest suburban village in Cook County, surrounded by the larger communities and commercial areas of Orland Park and Tinley Park. Its residential character, neighborhood parks and local recreation facilities give it a distinct small-village feel while keeping residents close to a wide range of shopping, dining, services and commuter routes.

The village began as Westhaven, incorporated in 1961. In 1986, the community changed its name to Orland Hills to more clearly identify its connection to Orland Township and the surrounding Orland area. Its story is one of suburban growth, neighborhood development and the transformation of former farmland into an established residential community.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts · Encyclopedia of Chicago · Village of Orland Hills.

Orland Hills subdivisions and neighborhoods

Orland Hills is a relatively small community, but its residential areas have their own subdivision names and identities. The directory below includes neighborhood names appearing in the supplied MRED closed-sale records and address-level subdivision matches provided for this guide. It is a working neighborhood directory—not a complete official plat map.

Subdivision names may refer to recorded plats, phases or neighborhood marketing names. Similar names are not necessarily interchangeable. For a particular home, verify the legal description, property records, taxing districts and any association documents.

For municipal information, start with the Village of Orland Hills.

Six-Month Rolling Closed-Sale Market Snapshot

Orland Hills area · MRED closed-sale records supplied for this guide

This snapshot separates detached single-family homes from attached homes. The supplied records include 24 detached sales and one attached sale. The subdivision averages below reflect the qualifying records with a subdivision name in the export or an address-level match supplied for this guide. The export did not provide a clearly identifiable closing-date field for independent date-range verification.

Across all supplied records, the average sale price was $340,170 for the 24 detached homes and $315,000 for the one attached home. These overall averages include detached records without a confidently identified subdivision. Subdivision averages are based only on qualifying sales assigned to that subdivision. Figures are rounded to the nearest dollar.

Subdivisions with no qualifying closed sales in the supplied records do not appear in the price tables. The figures are not appraisals or predictions of future value.

Schools and education

School assignments in Orland Hills depend on the exact property address. Portions of the community are served by different elementary and middle school districts, and high school assignments are determined by the applicable high school district boundary. A village or mailing address alone is not enough to confirm a school’s attendance area.

School district boundaries and attendance assignments can change. Always verify directly with the appropriate district before making a housing decision.

Parks, recreation and outdoor spaces

Recreation is an important part of village life in Orland Hills. The Village Recreation Department operates the Community & Fitness Center and offers programs and activities for residents. Nearby parks and outdoor destinations add even more choices for families, fitness enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys getting outside.

Facility access, hours, programs and amenities may change. Confirm current information with the Village or Recreation Department before visiting.

Dining, local favorites and entertainment

Orland Hills residents have access to dining choices throughout the surrounding Southwest Suburbs. Nearby Orland Park and Tinley Park offer a broader mix of restaurants, casual dining, coffee shops, pubs and entertainment. The benefit of living in a smaller community is that many everyday destinations are just beyond the village line.

Restaurant names, hours and ownership can change. Check current business listings before making plans.

Shopping, groceries and everyday conveniences

Orland Hills benefits from its location near the established retail corridors of Orland Park and Tinley Park. Residents can find everyday essentials, groceries, pharmacies, services, home improvement stores and larger shopping destinations without needing to travel into Chicago for routine errands.

Highways, Metra and commuting

Orland Hills is positioned among several major Southwest Suburban road corridors. Residents commonly use nearby arterial roads to reach shopping, employment centers, neighboring suburbs and connections to the interstate system.

For commuters, the best route and travel time depend on the exact home location and destination. Try the drive during the time of day you expect to travel before making a decision based on a map estimate.

Useful information for Orland Hills residents

The Village website is the best starting point for municipal services, permits, public safety, community notices, local government information and resident updates. Orland Township also provides programs and services to residents across the township, including Orland Hills.

Buying or selling a home in Orland Hills?

Choosing a home is about more than the town name or subdivision. Property condition, layout, taxes, school assignments, municipal services, nearby conveniences and recent comparable sales all deserve a closer look. A neighborhood average can be a useful starting point, but it does not tell the whole story of an individual property.

Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, downsizing or preparing to sell, having someone who understands the local market can help you make informed decisions.

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