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Quiet, close knit suburb with large lot sizes northwest of the Chicago suburbs
“Spacious” and “suburban” aren’t always terms that coexist when talking about neighborhoods in Chicagoland. But West Hawthorn Hills gives its residents both qualities. As a neighborhood of subdivisions on the west side of the Hawthorn Woods village, some streets brim with forests thriving around mid-century ranch homes, while others still have the smell of new construction on the horizon. But one common thread is that residents are never left wanting for breathing room, be it through large homes or the space around them. Another unifying trait: locals’ connections to the nature preserves and parks of Hawthorn Woods and the Lake Zurich area. Homes here offer privacy, community and the beauty of nature, all in one package. "You see a lot of people with families, and a lot of people are moving here with little kids. People tend to be quite friendly with their neighbors," says Jane Lee, a Realtor with Re/Max Top Performers.
West Hawthorn Hills is made up of multiple private subdivisions.
West Hawthorn Hills features wide open lawns for kids to play.
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20th and 21st century homes with breathing room
Many of West Hawthorn Hills’ homes have new traditional elements, in line with design trends from the 1970s to the 2020s. Large four-bedroom homes are the most plentiful, and common traits include brick or vinyl-focused exteriors, wide layouts and low- to medium-pitched roofs. Select 1960s homes have ranch and split-level floorplan styles, and a few properties from the 1980s implement features like exposed beams and open living space areas for a contemporary flair. Home prices start at about $290,000 and can reach upwards of $1 million; most homes sell between $600,000 and $800,000. Open lots of about 1 acre generally sell between $100,000 and $140,000. Some areas in the neighborhood may have higher flooding risks, according to the Risk Factor Index.
West Hawthorn Hills has a few very large homes tucked near the small lake.
West Hawthorn Hills features a number of older homes with much larger lots.
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Varied clubs at Lake Zurich High School
Kids in West Hawthorn Hills can attend schools within the Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95. Spencer Loomis Elementary School and Lake Zurich Middle School North both earn A grades on Niche. Clubs and activities at Lake Zurich High School include the React and EDvironment clubs for green-minded students. Bear Strings Sinfonietta and the Tri-M Music Honor Society give students opportunities to extend their musical knowledge beyond traditional band and orchestra classes. The school also earns an A grade on Niche.
Fremont Middle School is part of Fremont School District 79.
Fremont Elementary School is part of Fremont School District 79.
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Natural landscapes and monarch butterflies at Brierwood Nature Preserve
Locals can get to know their Illinois surroundings at the parks in West Hawthorn Hills and the surrounding area. Close to the east side of the neighborhood, residents take boats out on Lake Naomi and Leo Lake. On the south side, Brierwood Nature Preserve is a 12-acre park that was left untouched by development projects over several decades. Dedicated as a preserve in 2017, today residents can walk the trail and watch as monarch butterflies migrate through the area in the spring and autumn. Heritage Oaks Park is just northeast of the neighborhood. Youth sports programs have a huge presence at this park, which offers ball fields, pickleball and basketball courts and trails used for cross-country running. Hawthorn Woods Community Park sits east of the neighborhood, and offers amenities like a field hockey rink and a dedicated sledding hill alongside traditional options like a playground and picnic areas.
Residents of West Hawnthorn Hills enjoy kayaking on a warm and sunny day.
A group of friends walking up to take a group photo in a local park.
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Cocktails and murals at Tacos el Norte
Most of West Hawthorn Hills’ convenient choices for shopping are to the south near Lake Zurich. Familiar retailers like Jewel-Osco, Kohl’s and Target are available along Rand Road, and Mariano’s offers an alternative grocery pick for residents on the east side of the neighborhood. For dining nearby, Tacos el Norte has a rotating cocktail menu and classic Mexican dishes, with Talavera-styled murals adding bright colors to the space. Well-known chains like Panera and Culver’s are also available nearby. To the north toward Wauconda, J&D’s Bar and Grill is a local favorite. Food and drink specials fill a large chalkboard menu situated between TVs, and locals gather at the pub to enjoy American classics while watching the game.
The Hungry Mule has plenty of outdoor seating.
Docks Bar & Grill is a festive spot with lake vies and outdoor bar.
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A 43 mile commute to Chicago
West Hawthorn Hills is bounded by Rand Road on the west side and Fairfield Road on the east side. Old McHenry Road runs through the center of the neighborhood. Residents are about 3 miles west of the central Hawthorn Woods area and 3 miles north of Lake Zurich. The Chicago Loop is about 43 miles away, and commuters can catch Metra trains into the city at the Mundelein station, about 7 miles northeast. Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is about 8 miles southwest for medical emergencies. For travel beyond the Chicagoland area, Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 27 miles southeast.
West Hawthorn Hills features a nice open green space for a picnic or a game of catch.
West Hawthorn Hills is near the Lake Zurich Metra Station.
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Holiday celebrations in Hawthorn Woods and Lake Zurich
The village of Hawthorn Woods hosts the annual Party in the Park each September at Hawthorn Woods Community Park. This end of summer celebration has live music, food and beer for sale and attractions like a petting zoo and kid-friendly games. In Lake Zurich, locals gather each December for the Miracle on Main Street, a day of family activities where guests can participate in the tree lighting ceremony, meet Santa Claus and watch performances by Lake Zurich High School’s show choir program.
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On average, homes in West Hawthorn Hills, Hawthorn Woods sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in West Hawthorn Hills, Hawthorn Woods over the last 12 months is $799,990, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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