Tower Lake
Suburban Neighborhood in Tower Lakes, Illinois
Lake County 60010
Lakefront properties with water access
The house styles will vary depending on location, but many homes are ranch-style, colonial, or split-level. The prices vary, with some condos in the $200,000 range while homes go between $275,000 and $900,000, with the houses closer to the lake usually being higher priced.
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Hike or boat around Tower Lake
In the heart of the neighborhood, Tower Lake is a primary recreational attraction where residents go for boating, fishing and swimming. "People love to spend time on the lakes and out in nature; there are lots of trails and hiking paths," Alden says. "It is a great place for outdoor hobbyists." The Fox River is less than two miles from the center of the neighborhood, where locals can take their boats to the marina and go boating down the river. Residents also have several parks and nature preserves in their backyards. Murray Park has wooden bridges for people to cross over the water and walking trails to sightsee across the park. Hussissian Park has grass fields and trees with a battling fence and stands for baseball or softball games. Tower Lakes Fen Nature Preserve is filled with flowers, fauna, endangered plants and plenty of room to hike and enjoy the natural surroundings.
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Students attend A-rated schools in Barrington
Students will start their educational journeys at North Barrington Elementary School, receiving an A from Niche. The school has been active for 50 years and offers drama and horticulture clubs. The student's next stop will be Barrington Middle School Station Campus, with an A grade. The station campus part of the name comes from two schools in the area named Barrington Middle School, and this one is named after how close it is to the train station. Teenage students will attend Barrington High School, an A-plus institution that offers several sports, including water polo, bowling and golf. Actress Kristin Cavallari is also an alumni of Barrington High School.Holiday parades in Barrington
Locals will head down to Barrington for several festivals and parades. They have parades for holidays, homecoming and art festivals. "There are more festivals and parades than I could list, and everyone looks forward to them," says Alden.Tower Lake residents drive around the neighborhood
Tower Lakes has no public transportation, meaning residents are car-dependent to get around. There are fewer sidewalks close to the lake, and the roads will be narrower, with room for two cars to pass each other.Beer and wood-fired pizza from Neoteca
Tower Lake locals head south to Barrington for dining, with Region Kitchen and Bar being one of the neighborhood favorites. They offer a deep menu of culturally diverse foods, with bang-bang cauliflower being a standout dish. Neoteca offers gourmet wood-fired pizzas with a drink menu of wines and craft beers. Residents will go to Heinen's or Jewel-Osco for meats, produce and other groceries. LB Mart offers a nearby convenience store to get snacks or drinks. Walmart and Costco are a few miles down Highway 12, where people get the rest of their household or bulk supplies.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jeff Kershner
Jeff Kershner
SUNLIFE HOMES LLC
(689) 220-7535
49 Total Sales
1 in Tower Lake
$550,000 Price
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Sara Poss
Sara Poss
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 261-7186
56 Total Sales
2 in Tower Lake
$364K - $760K Price Range
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Joan Burny
Joan Burny
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 271-9502
85 Total Sales
2 in Tower Lake
$518K - $562K Price Range
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Stephanie Walker
Stephanie Walker
Responds QuicklyCompass
(360) 317-0180
48 Total Sales
1 in Tower Lake
$560,000 Price
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Patrick Brushaber
PB
Patrick Brushaber
Responds QuicklyPatrick R. E. Group of IL
(847) 499-1789
50 Total Sales
1 in Tower Lake
$375,000 Price
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Arlene Fields
Arlene Fields
Responds QuicklyBaird & Warner
(630) 576-1698
83 Total Sales
1 in Tower Lake
$360,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lions Park
Paulus Park
- Boating
- Grills
- Lake
Tila Gorden Lewis Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
- Walking Paths
Hussissian Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Events
Bays Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Multi-Purpose Field
Barsumian Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
- Walking Paths
Lila Murray Park
- Trails
- Events
- Multi-Purpose Field
Iverson park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Tower Lake | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Tower Lake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tower Lake, Tower Lakes sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Tower Lake, Tower Lakes over the last 12 months is $519,475, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$518,950
Median Sale Price
$519,475
Median Single Family Sale Price
$485,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$186
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
402
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,311
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,054
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,995
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
1,080
Median Age
46
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$158,456
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$176,357
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
75.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
20
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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