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Oakwood Knolls

Oakwood Knolls

Suburban Neighborhood in Antioch, Illinois

Lake County 60002
$274,158 Average Value
$250 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

A lakeside community on the Wisconsin-Illinois border

Right up against the Wisconsin-Illinois border, Oakland Knolls is an Antioch subdivision offering private access to the lakeside. While Antioch is part of Illinois’s Chain O’ Lakes region, Oakland Knolls residents don’t have to leave the community to access the water—Cross Lake sits on the state border, so those living along the shoreline can just walk into their backyards to enjoy the region’s lakes. The community also offers the Oakland Knolls Property Owners Association (OKPOA), which homeowners can opt to join and gives members access to the community’s private park, beach and fishing piers. As part of Antioch, residents can head downtown for charming local restaurants and community events hosted by the Village.
Oakwood Knolls contains a private beach on Cross Lake.
Oakwood Knolls contains a private beach on Cross Lake.
Cross Lake is a large lake directly on the Illinois-Wisconsin border.
Cross Lake is a large lake directly on the Illinois-Wisconsin border.
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Oakland Knolls' private fishing piers and downtown tennis courts

Homes along the Cross Lake’s shoreline might have private docks, so residents looking to spend a day relaxing on the waters or fishing can easily access the water. Otherwise, residents can join OKPOA to use one of the private docks and fishing piers off Lakewood Drive. Also, along the shoreline, the community’s park, equipped with a playground, is available for OKPOA members. In downtown Antioch, Gage Brothers Park features an old-fashioned sawmill along Sequoit Creek. Many locals come to this park to sit under the canopy of leaves and just listen to the running water. A bit west of downtown, Centennial Park offers tennis courts and baseball diamonds on an open terrain.
Private docks on cross lake for Oakwood Knolls lakefront residents.
Private docks on cross lake for Oakwood Knolls lakefront residents.
Enjoy some recreational tennis at Centennial Park, located in Tiffany Farms.
Enjoy some recreational tennis at Centennial Park, located in Tiffany Farms.
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Ranch-style and split-level homes lining the lakeshore

When heading to the community’s private lake access points, residents can pass streets lined with split-level and ranch-style homes. While streets don’t have sidewalks here, the roads have an open feel, with only the occasional outcropping of mature trees offering a break from the sun. Homes along Zelinger Lane, Oakwood Drive and Lakewood Drive border the shoreline for better views and access to Cross Lake. Properties here typically range between $200,000 and $350,000, with the split-level homes often selling for more than the ranches.
Oakwood Knolls contains many two-story split-level homes and one-story ranch homes.
Oakwood Knolls contains many two-story split-level homes and one-story ranch homes.
Oakwood Knolls homes come in a variety of architectural styles.
Oakwood Knolls homes come in a variety of architectural styles.
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The private Annual Corn Festival hosted by Oakland Knolls

Throughout the year, the OKPOA hosts community events, like the Annual Corn Festival in September. The organization brings in local vendors for a little market and offers corn-themed games, from cornhole to guessing the number of kernels in a jar. Downtown, the Antioch Farmers Market meets on Thursdays from June to September, bringing in local produce to the community. “In the summer, Antioch has free concerts at the bandshell on Thursday nights,” says real estate agent Jack Fields with Realty, whose family has lived in Antioch for generations. “And everyone shows up for that.” For fall, the annual House Decorating Contest encourages the community to get creative and spooky with their Halloween décor.
Sun Lake Forest Preserve is 629 acres large and open from 6:30AM to sunset.
Sun Lake Forest Preserve is 629 acres large and open from 6:30AM to sunset.
Oakwood Knolls contains a private beach on Cross Lake.
Oakwood Knolls contains a private beach on Cross Lake.
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Downtown's coffeeshops and German restaurants

Marked by a neon lettering sign and bulbs, The Vegas Café has served downtown Antioch for over 50 years. Inside, a mural with iconic pop-culture figures like Marilyn Monroe and Batman overlooks the dining area as visitors enjoy pancake and omelet dishes, though the restaurant does serve sandwiches and burgers for lunch. The Rivalry Alehouse puts a German spin on the classic Irish-American pub, with dishes like the Bavarian pretzel, spaetzle and schnitzel marked with German flags on the menu. For a caffeine lift, The Latte Café and Bakery roasts their coffee beans daily and bakes their pastries fresh, with a rotating menu keeping regulars engaged. Also downtown, Piggly Wiggly is about 1.5 miles from Oakland Knolls. Down Lake Street, Jewel-Osco is 2 miles away.
Look no further than Little Bean Coffee Company in downtown Antioch when you need a coffee.
Look no further than Little Bean Coffee Company in downtown Antioch when you need a coffee.
Oakwood Knolls residents can grab a meal at nearby Anastasia's Restaurant and Sports Lounge.
Oakwood Knolls residents can grab a meal at nearby Anastasia's Restaurant and Sports Lounge.
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Students can get outside with Antioch Community High clubs

Students can attend Hillcrest Elementary School from kindergarten through fifth grade, before graduating to Antioch Upper Grade School for sixth through eighth grades. Niche grants both schools B-minus rankings. Antioch Community High School earns an A-minus ranking. It offers clubs that encourage students to get outside and enjoy the scenery, with organizations for bass fishing, disc golf and skiing.
Antioch Community High School is a highly-rated public school in Antioch.
Antioch Community High School is a highly-rated public school in Antioch.
Antioch Upper Grade School is a well rated public school with about 918 students in grades 6-8.
Antioch Upper Grade School is a well rated public school with about 918 students in grades 6-8.
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Living halfway between Chicago and Milwaukee in Antioch

Downtown Antioch is just 1.5 miles down Main Street from Oakwood Knolls, but many residents commute to bigger cities for work. “Antioch is rural, yet it's close to Milwaukee and Chicago—right in between the two cities. You can be in the city in 45 minutes,” Fields says. “We also have a train that runs to O’Hare and then into Chicago.” Downtown Chicago is about 59 miles away, but the Metra stop is right in downtown Antioch. Drivers can connect to Chicago and downtown Milwaukee, 46 miles away, from I-94. When traveling farther distances, residents can choose between Chicago and Milwaukee’s airports—Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 46 miles away, while Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is 39 miles from Oakwood Knolls. Because of Antioch’s more isolated location around the lakes, the nearest hospital is 12 miles away in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin—Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital.
Oakwood Knolls is a short trip to the Antioch Metra Station.
Oakwood Knolls is a short trip to the Antioch Metra Station.
Oakwood Knolls sits on the Illinois-Wisconsin border.
Oakwood Knolls sits on the Illinois-Wisconsin border.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

52 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Oakwood Knolls US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

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Oakwood Knolls Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$649,900
Median Sale Price
$612,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$612,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$250

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
583
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,020
Significantly below the national average
1,924

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,490
Median Age
41
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$97,478
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$101,633

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
8.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
25''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

21 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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Courtney Caraway
Gallery Realty Inc.
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