Grayslake Illinois Homes and Real Estate

Grayslake, one of the earliest settlements in Central Lake County, is the focal point of a growing area which includes Hainesville and Third Lake. It is a community of homes in developments carved from rolling farmlands and sprawling estates of an earlier time. In addition, the Village's downtown area assists in keeping a "small town" atmosphere in Grayslake. Located in the center of the community is Gray's Lake, which is the primary recreational asset of the village.

Recreation: The Lake County Fairgrounds, a year-round facility located in Grayslake, is available to all county residents and organizations. Its central location is ideally suited for expositions, concerts, and special programs. Public recreational facilities include over 14 park sites encompassing over 250 acres and a beach. Grayslake Days is an annual community extravaganza sponsored by the Grayslake Chamber of Commerce in August.

Schools: Elementary students in Grayslake are served with several neighborhood schools as well as a private elementary school. High school students attend one of two Grayslake Community High School District #127 schools depending on which side of Washington Street they reside. Grayslake is also the home of the main campus of the College of Lake County, a community college offering transfer, career, adult, and continuing education courses and programs. The Center for Economic Development provides specialized training to serve the Lake County business community.

Housing: The lake, in the heart of Grayslake, is ringed by many attractive homes, some dating back to the founding of the Village in the mid 1800's. The growing number of small manufacturing firms are utilizing the abundance of industrial sites, supporting the Village tax base.

Government Services: The Grayslake Fire Protection District has numerous full-time firefighters as well as a large contingent of volunteers. Police protection is provided by a dedicated group of full-time as well as part-time police officers.

Transportation : Grayslake is served by the Metra Milwaukee District/North Line commuter rail to Chicago, a 60 minute ride, and also by Metra's Wisconsin Central Line. Service is also provided by the Pace bus system to reach other surrounding communities.

Distance to Chicago Loop:  40 miles

Distance to O'Hare Airport:  30 Miles

Distance to Mitchell Field:  48 miles