Beach Park
Located in the Chicago Metro area within Lake County on the shores of Lake Michigan - between Chicago and Milwaukee - The Village of Beach Park dates back as far as 1908 when the railroad lines from Chicago to Milwaukee were first discussed. READ MORE...

Fort Sheridan
Touted as the newest North Shore community in 100 years, the Town of Fort Sheridan is a totally unique residential suburb situated on the bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan. READ MORE...

Fox Lake
Incorporated in 1907, the Village of Fox Lake has a long history as a resort and recreation community. Residents have taken advantage of the miles of shoreline by replacing the summer cottages and small resorts with year-round homes. Deep woods, community events, parks and recreational programs, annual festivities, a children's art museum, and a state park for camping and horseback riding are just a few of the things residents of Fox Lake enjoy. READ MORE...

Grayslake
Established in 1895, the Village of Grayslake is located approximately 40 miles north of Chicago and 14 miles west of Lake Michigan. Its central location puts residents within a 15-minute drive to major regional shopping centers, golf courses, beaches, state parks, Six Flags Great America and more. READ MORE...

Green Oaks
A small community located approximately 30 miles north of O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, the Village of Green Oaks is rich in the tradition and pleasantries of quiet country living. Residents enjoy excellent schools, access to major highways and tollways, single family homes on large lots and a growing commercial and retail business district. Some of the earliest settlers moved into the area in the 1840's, when land was still available for $1.25 and acre. Green Oaks was founded in 1960, with a population of 150, as a municipal barrier to intense urban and industrial expansion of neighboring areas. The population within the 12 square mile village increased 1000% from 1960 to 1985, and it is expected to grow steadily in the next 15 years. Controlling growth continues to be a challenge in maintaining a high quality of life in Green Oaks. READ MORE...

Hawthorn Woods
Incorporated in 1958, the Village of Hawthorn Woods is a residential community boasting more than 2,300 homes, all situated on one-acre parcels of land spread over 3.7 square miles. READ MORE...

Highland Park
Hugging Lake Michigan for nearly five miles, the City of Highland Park is home for more than 30,000 residents and 850 businesses. This progressive community offers many natural amenities including ravines, lake shore and an abundance of wildflowers and trees! Highland Park's neighborhoods are filled with a mix of housing styles ranging from historic colonials to award-winning contemporary homes to comfortable downtown condos. READ MORE...

Indian Creek
Located 30 miles northwest of Chicago, the Village of Indian Creek was incorporated in 1958. As of the 2010 census, Indian Creek's population was 462. Police services are provided by Lake County Sheriff and fire/EMS services by the Countryside Fire Protection District. Indian Creek has the smallest area of any incorporated place in Lake County. READ MORE...

Ingleside
Ingleside, an unincorporated community in Lake County, is on Squaw Creek (also called Indian River) between Long Lake, Duck Lake, and Fox Lake. Ingleside lays below the Long Lake Dam and above Fox Lake. Duck lake and most of the Long Lake area are part of Ingleside. Ingleside also goes northwest to Lake Villa. Ingleside has an active modern train station, the Ingleside Post Office, the Old Grant Township Hall (home of the Grant Township Museum), the Long Lake Dam, and the Fox Lake bike trail. READ MORE...

Lake Bluff
Some call Lake Bluff a great place to live. Others may refer to its unique character and hometown values. Chicago Magazine ranks Lake Bluff as one of 20 great towns and neighborhoods of the Chicago Metropolitan Region, and Coastal Living Magazine raves Lake Bluff is "a community for the community-minded." Whatever is said, one can't beat the community atmosphere found in this North Shore town! READ MORE...

Lake Forest
The community of Lake Forest is recognized for its natural beauty, sensitivity to open space and preservation of its historic structures and landscapes. Vibrant business districts, including the historic and charming Market Square, welcome residents and visitors alike. Chartered in 1861, the City of Lake Forest is home to prestigious businesses and residential locations and offers many excellent schools and cultural opportunities. READ MORE...

Lake Forest - Forest Haven
The Forest Haven subdivision of Lake Forest combines a country atmosphere with the convenience of living only minutes away from shopping, restaurants, theaters and transportation. Forest Haven is located north of Route 60 and east of St. Mary's Road. This location provides for quick and easy access to I-94 and, farther east, Waukegan Road and Route 41. The Metra commuter rail station in West Lake Forest is also easily accessible. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the close proximity to three forest preserves: Old School, MacArthur Woods, and Middlefork Savanna. Shopping, dining and entertainment are all within a short drive west to Vernon Hills and Libertyville, or east to Lake Forest. Neighborhood children attend Rondout Elementary School and Libertyville High School. READ MORE...

Lake Villa
"Originally settled in the early 1800's, Lake Villa was once a resort town where the affluent and many other tourists came to relax. Several of the early mansions built here at that time, still stand and are a rich part of our history." READ MORE...

Lake Zurich
The Village of Lake Zurich is an established residential community with above-average wealth and housing values. Lake Zurich grew slowly after its incorporation in 1896. With its rural setting and 250-acre lake, the village was a popular summer resort community during the early 20th century. The population has more than quadrupled since 1960, to about 18,000, as the village has shared in the economic growth that has come from an expanding Chicago metropolitan area. READ MORE...

Libertyville
The perfect mix of historic and fashionable, Libertyville is home to shops, salons and restaurants, as well as beautiful parks and historic architecture. The village is centrally located in Lake County in Northeastern Illinois, approximately 37 miles from Chicago. Founded in the early 1830's and incorporated in 1882 with a population of 500, Libertyville has grown into a beautiful community with a current population over 20,000. An ongoing effort to restore and preserve historic Libertyville contributes to the traditional home town atmosphere in the village. READ MORE...

Mettawa
Located 35 miles from Chicago, Mettawa residents enjoy a country atmosphere and natural beauty with wide expanses of natural lands and development planned to nurture the flora and fauna native to the area. With close proximity to Lake County Forest Preserve areas and the Des Plaines River, outstanding recreational opportunities abound. A number of equestrian trails and centers make this community particularly appealing to those interested in horse properties. Transportation options include Route 60, Interstate 94 and St. Mary's Road. The Lake Forest West Metra train station is also a short distance away. Several public school districts surround the village. READ MORE...

Mundelein
The Village of Mundelein, a vibrant and progressive community of nearly 32,000 residents, is situated in the center of beautiful Lake County, Illinois—one of the strongest areas of commercial and industrial growth in the nation, with excellent housing, recreation, educational, and business opportunities. Boasting a long and rich history, the village was settled in 1835. English emigrants came to the area later and built churches and schools, expanding the settlement to the Diamond Lake area. In 1924, the village adopted its present name in honor of Archbishop George Mundelein of Chicago and his successful completion of St. Mary's of the Lake Seminary. READ MORE...

Vernon Hills
Originally rolling farmland, Vernon Hills has been one of the fastest growing villages in the metropolitan area. Residents are served by 3 public school districts, Vernon Hills High School, Libertyville High School and Stevenson High School. More than 350 acres of parks and three lakes provide a wealth of recreational opportunities, including a jogging path, tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. READ MORE...

Wadsworth
Once a center for agricultural trade in the late 1800s, the Village of Wadsworth today offers a quaint and open atmosphere as well as a highly desirable address. Many farms still surround the village, which is located just north of Gurnee near the Wisconsin border. Residents are committed to preserving the appealing rural feeling of the town. Almost all new construction encompasses an acre or more of land with some locations calling for as many as five acres for a home site. READ MORE...

Zion
Nestled along Lake Michigan about half way between Chicago and Milwaukee, the City of Zion offers both a small-town feel plus many modern amenities. The city boasts more park space per capita than any city in the region, including two public golf courses: the nine-hole Shiloh Park Golf Course and the championship-caliber Shepherd's Crook. Nearby is the unique Thunderhawk Golf Course, which is considered one of the most challenging courses in the Midwest. READ MORE...