$597,982Average Value$183Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
A quiet lakeside neighborhood in Lake County
Residents in the Tower Lakes neighborhood live lakeside while having a canopy of green trees. The community is nature-centric while not being too far from the action. "One of the main attractions to this area is the location," Kim Alden with Compass Realty says. Alden has more than 15 years of real estate experience in the area. "We are close to many things; you can go five minutes in every direction and find something to do, whether it be a new park or trail."
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.
Enjoy lakeside activities like boating in Tower Lake.
Murray Park features a half-sized basketball court in Tower Lake Park.
There are several bridges throughout Tower Lake for long walks along the water.
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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.
A stone wall marks the start of the driveway of a home in Tower Lake Park.
Many homes in Tower Lake Park are right by the water with small boats for leisure.
A row of homes with differing architectural styles in Tower Lake Park.
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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.
Broken Oar Marina and Grill is a lively restaurant near Tower Lake.
Get your weekly groceries and delicious snacks at Trader Joe's in Barrington, IL.
Try the Burger Brisket at BBQ'd Productions with sweet potato fries and coleslaw.
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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.
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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
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
45 min drive
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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tower Lake, Tower Lakes sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Tower Lake, Tower Lakes over the last 12 months is $552,362, down 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$519,475
Median Single Family Price
$505,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$183
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Months of Supply
1.00
Median List Price
$539,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
403
Median Year Built
1965
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,311
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,054
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,995
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
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
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