Real Estate in Lake in the Hills, IL

A larger suburb that grew fast from the 1990s to 2000, with mostly 3 to 4 bedroom homes and an older section of cottages and ranches.

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Homes in Lake in the Hills

Lake in the Hills had a housing boom from the 1990s to 2000 and grew from a small city into a large suburb. Most of the homes are 3 to 4 bedrooms. There is still an older section of cottages and ranches. The town has about 28,000 residents. It doesn't have a historic downtown the way Algonquin does, but it has a lot of community charm.

Boulder Ridge is one of the more recognizable areas in town, known for larger homes and the Boulder Ridge Country Club golf-course community.

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Schools: check the address

Pay attention to which part of Lake in the Hills you're moving to. Depending on the part of town, a home can be in one of three different high school districts, and the elementary schools can differ too. Before you fall in love with a home, check which schools go with that exact address.

Getting around

Randall Road and Route 31 are two of the main ways through town. Lake in the Hills is a neighbor of Algonquin, and many people use Algonquin's shopping corridors. The drive to O'Hare and to downtown Chicago is about the same as from Algonquin, and can run 5 to 10 minutes longer depending on where in town you live.

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools serve Lake in the Hills?

It depends on the part of town. A home can be in one of three different high school districts, and the elementary schools can differ too. Check which schools go with the exact address before you fall in love with a home.