West Antioch
Neighborhood in Antioch, Illinois
Lake County 60002
Varied home selections near Bluff Lake
While many communities in the Chain o’ Lakes region are known for their vacation homes, Pierson-Emering says the dynamic has been changing. “More and more people in the last 10 years, and especially since Covid, started moving up to their lake homes full time," she says. Houses in the community generally date from the 1950s to the 1980s. Custom estates with lakefront access line the westernmost reaches of the community, with some properties having their own piers or boat launches. Homes closer to the town center and Route 59 offer traditional styles and a suburban feel in line with the area’s mid-century origins. Values generally range from $250,000 to $600,000. Larger custom properties with waterfront access have sold at much higher prices, with recent sales including $850,000 for a 2,500-square-foot waterfront home and nearly $1.5 million for a grand 6,520-square-foot vacation home with five bedrooms, a pool and a cabana.
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Days on the water at Lake Marie
West Antioch residents enjoy a strong connection to an outdoor lifestyle thanks to the neighborhood’s prime position on the water. On the south end of the neighborhood, Bluff Lake is a tranquil spot for fishing, boating and meals along the lakefronts. Lake Marie borders the neighborhood’s north end, offering a larger space for watersports. For days when the water isn’t calling, the open prairie trails at Lake Marie Forest Preserve awaits.
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Sports and scholastic competition at Antioch Community High School
Public school students starting their education in West Antioch are generally assigned to Emmons School, which serves kids from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The school holds an 11:1 student-teacher ratio and a B-plus grade on Niche. Older students in town attend Antioch Community High School. Students compete in more than 30 athletic and academic teams, including basketball, football, chess and scholastic bowl. The school earns an A-minus grade on Niche.
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Independence Day parades, local concerts and community theater
“Antioch does Fourth of July, a parade with an entire day of activities. They also do wine walks, which really gets people out in the main street of the town where there are local shops,” Pierson-Emering says. In the summertime, Main and Orchard is the place to be in town for the Antioch Farmers Market, held from June through October. Around the same time of year, the Antioch Bandshell hosts the It's Thursday Concert Series, where Chicago area bands bring a variety of genres and recognizable jams to town. Year-round entertainment in town includes movies at the Antioch Theater, community theater shows at the Palette, Masque and Lyre Theater and live music at The Rivalry Alehouse.
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Milwaukee and Chicago within 60 miles or less
Fox Lake Road/State Route 59 on the neighborhood’s east side is the main connection between West Antioch and the Northern Illinois area. Locals are about 3 miles southwest of the village center, 50 miles southwest of the heart of Milwaukee and 60 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. Southbound commuters can catch Metra trains out of the Antioch station, 3 miles north of the neighborhood.For emergency services nearby, the nearest hospital is Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital above the state line, about 16 miles northeast. Residents traveling beyond northern Illinois can catch flights from Chicago O’Hare International Airport, about 44 miles south, or Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, 43 miles north.
Local stores and Jewel-Osco in downtown Antioch
Most of West Antioch’s most convenient shopping options are northeast of the neighborhood along Main Street in town. Go-to stops for groceries include Piggly Wiggly and Jewel-Osco. For specialty shopping, The Stubborn Sunflower is a boutique with customized gifts, handmade jewelry and quirky finds for the home. Ladies can add distinctive items to their wardrobe a few doors down at Copper & Lace. Also downtown, Anastasia’s is a local favorite for watching sports with pizza, wings and other pub mainstays. The restaurant also hosts seasonal meals for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day and live music from local performers. For dinner dates and special occasions, locals can venture to dining options on the water. Pizza, burgers and Italian beef sandwiches are served daily at Sandbar on Lake Marie, while Sunset Grill Antioch specializes in seafood and cocktails on the edge of Bluff Lake.
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Tre Lyerly
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jaeh Korwitts
Jaeh Korwitts
Responds QuicklyCompass
(630) 756-5654
101 Total Sales
1 in West Antioch
$330,000 Price
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Joy Baez
Joy Baez
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(630) 394-5253
76 Total Sales
1 in West Antioch
$160,000 Price
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Robert Frank
Robert Frank
Responds QuicklyRobert E. Frank Real Estate
(224) 269-7708
92 Total Sales
1 in West Antioch
$395,000 Price
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Analyd Portee
Analyd Portee
Responds QuicklyHomeSmart Connect LLC
(708) 340-6161
126 Total Sales
1 in West Antioch
$314,400 Price
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Bryan Shaughnessy
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Bryan Shaughnessy
Responds QuicklyRealty World Tiffany R.E.
(224) 487-8096
90 Total Sales
1 in West Antioch
$610,000 Price
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Jamie Hering
Jamie Hering
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(224) 427-6271
817 Total Sales
2 in West Antioch
$370K - $385K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Centennial Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Playground
Sun Lake Forest Preserve
Loffredo Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Disc Golf
- Football
Lake Villa Township Park
Lake Marie Forest Reserve
- Lake
- Trails
Trevor Creek Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Antioch | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Antioch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Antioch, Antioch sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Antioch, Antioch over the last 12 months is $513,250, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$525,000
Median Sale Price
$513,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$519,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$228
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
302
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1961
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,452
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
37,243
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
671
Median Age
51
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$118,749
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$139,904
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
44.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.5%
% Population in Labor Force
61.1%
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®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Regency
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