Lake Bluff Real Estate

Lake Bluff Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Illinois

Lovely Lake County is home to more than 640,000 residents. While many areas within the county have been transformed into highly developed urban centers, others remain beautiful rural communities. Lake Bluff, Green Oaks, Mettawa and Highwood are perfect examples. Lake Bluff is an enchanting lakefront community located just 35 miles north of downtown Chicago. Home to approximately 6,000 residents, this village encompasses a mere four square miles. The community is perfectly positioned along the tranquil shores of Lake Michigan. Residents have plenty of opportunities for swimming, sailing, biking, playing volleyball or relaxing on the sand. Green Oaks is a charming village located immediately west of Lake Bluff. Home to nearly 3,600 residents, Green Oaks features family-friendly local attractions such as Lambs Farm and the Saddle Hill/Forest Glen Nature Trail. Mettawa is an enchanting equestrian community located just south of Green Oaks. This rural neighborhood is home to a mere 400 residents and is composed primarily of large acreages complemented by spectacular horse properties and reasonably priced country estates. Mettawa offers access to the Lake County Forest Preserve, the Des Plaines River, miles of riding trails and a number of lakes. Highwood is a quiet bedroom community located east of Mettawa and six miles south of Lake Bluff. A short half-mile from Lake Michigan, Highwood offers a peaceful village atmosphere to its 4,000 residents. All four communities have diverse real estate markets, offering homes in a variety of styles, sizes and prices.