29,700Population
Lake CountyCounty
1865Founded
46375Zip Code
30 miTo Downtown Chicago

The Story

About Schererville

Long before Indiana became a state, the area now called Schererville was known simply as the "Crossroads," where several Native American trails intersected at the southern tip of Lake Michigan. German immigrant Nicholas Scherer settled here in 1865 and gave the community its name; the town was formally incorporated in 1911.

That crossroads character persists today — U.S. Highways 41 and 30 (the historic Lincoln Highway) still intersect in Schererville, and the town's nickname, "The Region," reflects its identity as part of Northwest Indiana's tightly connected Chicago-adjacent communities.

Real Estate

The Schererville Housing Market

Schererville offers an established, largely residential housing market just two miles from the Illinois state line, popular with commuters who work in Chicago while wanting Indiana's lower property tax rates and more space for the price.

Home values shift block by block. We build every comparative market analysis using a verified methodology — a 1-mile radius, comparable square footage within 20%, matching bed and bath count, and similar age, garage, and basement — so Schererville buyers and sellers get a number they can trust, not a computer-generated estimate. Call or text 630-912-9129 for current, verified Schererville market data.

Market Data

Current Schererville Market Data

Education

Schools in Schererville

Schererville is served by the Lake Central School Corporation, which also covers Dyer and most of St. John, including Lake Central High School, Clark Middle School, and Kolling Elementary in neighboring St. John. The town also has private options, including St. Michael Catholic School, Forest Ridge Academy, and the Hammond Baptist Schools campus.

Outdoors

Parks & Recreation

Schererville offers a network of town parks and recreational facilities serving its residential neighborhoods, with additional forest preserve and outdoor recreation options throughout Lake County a short drive away.

Around Town

Things to Do, Dining & Shopping

Schererville's commercial corridors along U.S. 41 and U.S. 30 offer a wide range of shopping and dining, drawing visitors from throughout Northwest Indiana given the town's central, crossroads location.

Getting Around

Location & Commute

Schererville sits about 30 miles south of downtown Chicago and only about 2 miles east of the Illinois state line, making it a popular choice for households commuting into Chicago while living in Indiana.

Local Expertise

Buying or Selling in Schererville?

Steve Roake & Kimberly Genovese serve buyers and sellers throughout Schererville and Lake County, Indiana, bringing the same verified market data and comp methodology used across their Illinois transactions.

  • 615+Transactions Closed
  • $113M+Sales Volume
  • 103.7%*List-to-Sale Ratio
  • 2003Licensed Since

*Based on 22 sellers who listed at the team's recommended starting price, averaging 103.7% of list price at 13 days to contract — compared to MRED's 98.4% and NIRA's 95.8% 12-month market averages (as of Aug 2026).

Call or Text the Team: 630-912-9129

FAQ

Schererville Real Estate: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Schererville, IN a good place to buy a home?
Schererville offers an established residential market just minutes from the Illinois state line, popular with Chicago commuters looking for Indiana's lower property taxes.
What school district serves Schererville, IN?
The Lake Central School Corporation serves Schererville along with Dyer and most of St. John, including Lake Central High School.
How far is Schererville from downtown Chicago?
Schererville is approximately 30 miles south of downtown Chicago and about 2 miles from the Illinois state line.
Why is Schererville called the 'Crossroads of America'?
The area was known as the 'Crossroads' long before the town was founded, where Native American trails intersected; today U.S. Highways 41 and 30 cross at the same point.
Who should I contact to buy or sell a home in Schererville, IN?
Steve Roake & Kimberly Genovese of Constellation Home Sales | Freedom Group Global serve Lake County and all of Northwest Indiana. Call or text 630-912-9129 for a verified market analysis.

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