Lake Bluff
Lake Bluff, 33 miles north of the Loop,
provides residents with a self-contained
lifestyle. The village has a 30-shop downtown
business district two blocks long, an
industrial park and a popular Carriage
Way shopping center. There are numerous
events that keep the residents involved in
the community. Gardening enthusiasts
may take in the beautiful blooming plants
and foliage of the annual garden Market.
Bird watchers find an increasing assortment
of fowl in the Ravine Park and Wetlands,
a nature preserve featuring a pond with a
boardwalk offering nice views. Residents
may participate in a variety of organizations,
such as the Lake Bluff Women’s Club, which
offers activities such as potluck dinners,
book discussions and gardening tips.
Housing
Lake Bluff’s beauty is apparent
in the styles of available housing. Two-story
Colonials, regal Victorians and renovated
farmhouses blend nicely with new
construction. Single-family homes range
from $350,000 to 3 Million. In 2006, the
median sale price for a single-family home
was $866,564. Some town homes are
available in the $250,000 to $500,000
range.
Schools
Lake Bluff elementary students
attend District 65, where special education,
gifted courses and programs for children
with special needs are offered. Teenagers
attend Lake Forest High School. The
highly regarded school offers a fine
academic program, physical education
classes, fine arts and foreign language
study courses.
Transportation
U.S. 41 and Sheridan
Road run through Lake Bluff, while the
Tri-State Tollway (I-294) is located just
west of town. Drive time to the Loop is an
hour. O’Hare Airport is a 40-minute drive,
and Midway is 55 minutes away. For rail
commuters, the Metra train stops in Lake Bluff and reaches the Loop in an hour.
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