Joliet is one of the fastest-growing cities in Illinois. Today, its population hovers around 145,000 but it and the surrounding towns continues to attract new residents. Its relative proximity to Chicago (it's about 40 miles southwest) and affordable housing make Joliet particularly popular with young families.
Joliet experienced something of a rebirth when riverboat casinos came to town. In the 1990s, Joliet's historic preservation gene kicked in, and since then, many local buildings have been designated as landmarks. As a result, the downtown area has been rather revitalized and Joliet is fast becoming a destination city.
The Joliet city center, as its downtown area is called, is complete with shops, restaurants, casinos, and parks. The city center continues to undergo renovations, which makes it an attractive place for visitors and locals alike.
Joliet is one of the fastest-growing cities in Illinois. Today, its population hovers around 145,000 but it and the surrounding towns continues to attract new residents. Its relative proximity to Chicago (it's about 40 miles southwest) and affordable housing make Joliet particularly popular with young families.
Joliet experienced something of a rebirth when riverboat casinos came to town. In the 1990s, Joliet's historic preservation gene kicked in, and since then, many local buildings have been designated as landmarks. As a result, the downtown area has been rather revitalized and Joliet is fast becoming a destination city.
The Joliet city center, as its downtown area is called, is complete with shops, restaurants, casinos, and parks. The city center continues to undergo renovations, which makes it an attractive place for visitors and locals alike.
