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Upscale homes, lush forests and winding country roads in northern Chicagoland
For some folks, watching the sun set over a lake may be the type of experience reserved for camping trips or vacations. For residents living on the waterfronts of Timberlake, it’s a part of daily life – but having a distinctive view doesn’t take away from its beauty in the slightest. Flanked by the village of Tower Lakes on the west side and Hawthorn Woods to the east, residents here enjoy an easygoing life between Illinois forest and pockets of water. And it proves that rural doesn’t have to mean disconnected: “It’s a closeknit community where neighbors get to know one another. And it’s only about an hour outside Chicago,” says Realtor Melanie Parsons of Keller Williams Success Realty.
Timberlake features many large lots with magnificent mansion properties.
Timberlake Estates is a vibrant residential community surrounding Timberlake.
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Camping, fishing and a life of leisure at Fox River Forest Preserve
When it’s time to enjoy outdoor life beyond the backyard, Timberlake offers quick connections to several sweeping nature preserves. Fox River Forest Preserve, Tower Lakes Fen Nature Preserve and Barrington Bog Nature Preserve are just some of the options nearby, each less than 5 miles away. At these preserves, residents can find campsites, multi-use trails and picnic areas under the canopy of the Illinois woodlands. Northeast of the neighborhood, Lakewood Forest Preserve is a year-round favorite. Guests can go ice skating, ice fishing and snowmobiling in the wintertime, while horseback riding and hiking are available in the spring and summer. For a smaller neighborhood park experience, Gorden Lewis Park and Hussissian Park are just west of Barrington Road.
Timberlake is known to have lots of wildlife that gives it a feeling of the countryside.
Fox River Forest Preserve and Marina is located near Timberlake and features good fishing spots.
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Luxurious estates between trees in Tower Lakes
Timberlake offers a range of home styles, with a variety of mid- to late-20th-century luxury properties on the local market. Buyers can find ranch-style properties and midcentury moderns from the 1950s to 1970s here, along with new traditional mansions with a Colonial Revival influence from the 1980s and 1990s. With an average lot size of about 1.3 acres, locals have the breathing room to enjoy a private lifestyle without being completely isolated from others. Homes on Timber Lake itself come with that distinctive view of summer sunsets reflected along the water, and may also have amenities like boat launches to seal in that waterfront lifestyle. Prices typically range from $450,000 to $800,000, with the most lavish homes on the lake going up to about $1.5 million. Property values vary widely depending on proximity to the lake or other bodies of water, as well as general lot size and acreage. Some areas in the neighborhood may have higher flooding risks, according to the Risk Factor Index.
Timberlake is made up of larger lots with many mature trees giving them great privacy.
Timberlake features a number of newer homes with brick or stone designs.
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Karaoke and jack-o-lanterns in the Lake Zurich area
Just north of the neighborhood, J&D’s Bar & Grill is a reliable pick for seafood and barbeque fare. But folks can stop by for the “You Call It” drink specials during the restaurant’s happy hour on weekday afternoons, billiards and betting machines, or the occasional karaoke night. Each October in Lake Zurich, the Jack-O’-Lantern World festival lands at Paulus Park. Folks can stop by to walk through glowing paths lit by thousands of hand-carved pumpkins, with food trucks, breweries and family-friendly attractions like mini golf adding to the fun.
Coal-fired pizza, classic seafood and quirky coffee shops in Wauconda
Most of Timberlake’s convenient shopping options are available in Wauconda. Near Rand Road and Liberty Street, Jewel-Osco and Dollar Tree are familiar picks for everyday items. 3 Amigas is a Mexican supermarket in town that serves ready-made taqueria fare alongside its grocery and deli selections. Restaurants include Slyce Coal-Fired Pizza Company, which specializes in baking crispy pies with a thin crust, while its sister restaurant, Lindy’s Landing, has seafood platters and American fare. For morning pick-me-ups, Honey Hill Coffee Company offers espresso drinks and bakery items with local art on the walls and punny messages on the menu boards. More big box stores, including Kohl’s and Target, are available to the south along Rand Road in Lake Zurich.
Alonso's Burrito Express near Timberlake serves delicious Mexican food.
Timberlake residents can get a meal on the water at Lindy's.
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Getting into the act at Barrington High School
Kids in Timberlake can attend schools within Barrington Community Unit School District 220. North Barrington Elementary School and Station Middle School both earn A grades on Niche. Barrington High School’s drama department produces two stage plays and a musical each year, alongside smaller experimental plays led by student directors. Previous productions have included "Clue" and "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." The school earns an A-plus grade on Niche.
2 miles south of Wauconda
Timberlake’s primary connections to greater Chicagoland are Rand Road and Barrington Road/Route 59. Wauconda sits about 2 miles north, while Tower Lakes is 3 miles west. Chicago is 45 miles southeast of the neighborhood, and people commuting into the city can take Metra trains from the Barrington station, 9 miles south. For medical emergencies, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is 8 miles southwest of the neighborhood. Locals traveling beyond northern Illinois can catch flights from Chicago O’Hare International Airport, about 30 miles southeast.
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On average, homes in Timberlake, Tower Lakes sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Timberlake, Tower Lakes over the last 12 months is $646,250, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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