Build Your Dream Home at Cedar Pointe
The community around Cedar Pointe is a quiet, semi-rural, residential, and developing area straddling the borders of Manhattan and New Lenox. It offers a peaceful "small-town vibe" with larger lots and convenient access to modern conveniences and transportation
Local Vibe & Community
Atmosphere
Residents frequently praise the area for being clean, quiet, and highly safe, making it a desirable location for families.
Layout
It is a more spread-out, semi-rural setting featuring mature trees, a mix of architectural styles, and varied plot sizes.
Growth
The area is experiencing continued growth, with new residential developments and ranch-style single-family communities being built nearby
Commuting & Transportation
Metra Access
Commuters have great access to Chicago. The New Lenox, Laraway Road, and Manhattan Metra Stations (Southwest Service / Rock Island District lines) are just a short drive away.
Roads
The area provides straightforward access to major highways, connecting you to I-80 and I-355.
Airports
Chicago O’Hare and Midway International Airports are typically an hour’s drive away.
Schools
New Lenox School District 122
Schools: Includes Cherry Hill (Early Childhood), Spencer Trail (Kindergarten), four primary schools (Tyler, Haines, Nelson Prairie, Spencer Pointe), four intermediate schools (Bentley, Oster-Oakview, Nelson Ridge, Spencer Crossing), and two junior high schools (Liberty, Martino).
Resources: For contact information, school boundaries, and registration, visit the New Lenox School District 122 page.
High School District (9th-12th Grade)
Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
Overview: Serves students from both New Lenox and Manhattan, along with surrounding towns like Frankfort, Mokena, and portions of Joliet. It generally earns top marks and an A+ rating on educational platforms like Niche.
Schools: Three active high schools: Lincoln-Way Central (New Lenox), Lincoln-Way West (New Lenox), and Lincoln-Way East (Frankfort).
Resources: For district boundaries, residency verification, and board information, visit Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210