Jerome, IL

Tucked right into Springfield’s south side, Jerome is a compact village that feels like a quiet, established neighborhood of its own. Even though it is completely surrounded by the capital city, Jerome maintains its own independent local government, police department, and community parks. Living here gives you a laid-back residential setting with quick access to the shopping, dining, and daily conveniences along nearby MacArthur Boulevard and Wabash Avenue. It is an easy, practical option for anyone wanting a small-town atmosphere right in the middle of town.