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Luxury living in this northwest Chicago suburb
Countryside is a neighborhood on the western fringes of the village of Mundelein. The area offers the opportunity to have a house near a golf course or a large lake. While the golf courses are in the northern section of the neighborhood, and some houses back up to them, most are in the southern part near Countryside Lake or Sylvan Lake. The neighborhood name of Countryside is fitting as some houses are on large lots with up to two-and-a-half acres.
Countryside is known for its large lots and mature trees.
Countryside features a lake with lakeside homes.
Countryside features a variety of new build homes.
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Capitalizing on the horse industry at Infinity Farm
Part of the country feel of the neighborhood is the presence of an 18-acre facility that provides horse riding lessons and boarding facilities. “There are a lot of people in this area who board horses here,” says Nancy Zeis, head trainer at Infinity Farm. “Ever since COVID, people have had increased interest in learning how to ride, mainly because it’s an individual rather than a team activity.” Lessons happen in any weather with indoor and outdoor jumping arenas. Other recreation options include Orchard View Park, where there’s a playground designed for younger children and a walking path. Wortham Park’s playground is shaded and geared toward older kids. There’s also a tennis court and a baseball diamond.
Infinity Farms in Countryside, IL has horse riding lessons for all ages.
Orchard View Park has benches to enjoy the water.
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Countryside Lake Subdivision
The largest subdivision within Countryside is the Countryside Lake Association, which comprises four separate housing developments. All lots within this area are at least one acre and surround Countryside Lake. Swimmers can enjoy the beach at the lake, where a lifeguard is on duty. The lake's maximum depth is 10 feet, which is shallower than most large lakes. Lakefront ranch-style houses from the 1950s through the ‘80s are priced between $600,000 and $800,000, while a custom-built estate with over 6,000 square feet is priced close to $2 million. Some houses surround the smaller Sylvan Lake, where an older model on the lakefront is between $300,000 and $500,000, and a more contemporary home built in the early 2000s is between $700,000 and $900,000. Other houses that back up to the Steeple Chase Golf Club, a public course, were built in the 1990s and are between $600,000 and $900,000.
Countryside Lake is a great place to go boating on a nice day.
Go fishing in the summer on the Countryside Lake.
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Steeple Chase and Countryside Golf Clubs
Located side by side on Hawley Street, the Steeple Chase Golf Club and the Countryside Golf Club are divided by Chevy Chase Road, running north and south. Both are public courses. The Countryside Golf Club comprises two 18-hole courses, Prairie and Traditional. The Prairie Course is a bit more challenging, with more tall grass obstacles. The Traditional Course has fairways surrounded by trees and smaller greens. Steeple Chase Golf Club’s course has hills and lakes to navigate, and there’s an indoor simulator in the clubhouse for beginners or experts who want to hone their skills.
Countryside Golf has a grass driving range for golf enthusiasts.
Countryside golf course homes offer unique views of the area.
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Countryside has a good reputation for schools
Public education options include Fremont Elementary and Intermediate Schools, which are in the same area but in separate buildings. Fremont Elementary teaches children through second grade, and Fremont Intermediate School houses grades three through five. Both get B-plus grades on Niche. Fremont Middle School has over 750 students in grades six through eight. The school receives an A-minus overall grade. Mundelein Consolidated High School is rated an A on Niche, and students can join various clubs and organizations, such as Girls Who Code and the Broadcasting Team.
Fremont Elementary School is located in Ivanhoe, IL.
Mundelein High School is an excellent school.
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Serving the Countryside area for over 20 years
Little Joey’s Pizza & Pasta is at the corner of Midlothian and Gilmer Roads and has been serving Chicago-inspired Italian food for more than twenty years. Its menu includes deep-dish pizza, homemade lasagna and a variety of sandwiches. Country Bumpkin Garden Center started as a modest produce stand in the 1980s, and today it’s a large garden center with annuals, perennials and experts on site offering tips and advice. The garden center store has chairs, benches and even a play area for the kids. ALDI is the closest grocery store to meet everyday home needs. Mundelein Crossing Shopping Center is north on Route 60 and has a TJ Maxx and Target.
Rosati's Pizza is a famous Chicago pizza chain and one location is in Countryside, IL.
Try the delicious brownies at Little Joey's Pizza & Pasta in Countryside.
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A car is needed to get to the Mundelein Metra station
Car dependency is one of the aspects of living in the Countryside. It’s about a nine-minute drive to the Mundelein Metra station that leads into downtown Chicago. The neighborhood also has a low walkability score, as many neighborhoods have no sidewalks.
Countryside is nearby the Mundelein Metra station.
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Parks in this Area
Cambridge Country Park
Fishing
Trails
Playground
Hawthorn Woods Community Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Sedgebrook Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Leo Leathers Park
Wilderness Park
Fishing
Lake
Picnic Area
Scott Brown Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Lions Park
Cardinal Terrace Park
Lake
Trails
Walking Paths
Miller Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
45 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Countryside
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
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Countryside, Mundelein sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Countryside, Mundelein over the last 12 months is $562,605, down 20% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Ready to build on, stunning 2.3acre waterfront lot with just under 300' of water front. Featuring beautiful, mature oak and shagbark hickory trees overlooking the length of the lake. Upgrades by current owners in last year include: clearing of an additional 1/2 acre for garage, removal of significant amount of underbrush and trees that would have interfered with building plans, architectural
Over 36 acres of land located in great location and in highly rated STEVENSON HIGH SCHOOL! Currently soybeans and hay being farmed on property, but the possibilities are endless for this land!
ATTENTION DEVELOPERS & HORSE ENTHUSIASTS!! Steeplechase Stables is a working equestrian center that sits on 21.9 acres within the Steeple Chase residential & equestrian community. Included in the acreage are 3 one-acre home sites on N. Turf Hill Dr that are ready for development. (water, gas, electric are nearby) The stables feature 60 well-proportioned stalls (40 in north section of barn, 20
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,850
Median Age
45
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$151,961
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$165,323
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.5%
College Graduates
43.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19%
% Population in Labor Force
74%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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