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Antioch Illinois (Lake County Illinois Real Estate Reference Guide)

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Population: 8,788 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
Median Household Income: $56,481 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
Tax Rate Per $100 Assessed Value: 6.928% to 7.601% (2000 County Clerk Tax Extension)
Antioch, located in the northwest corner of Lake County, is the northern corner of Lake County's resort area. Antioch was incorporated in 1892.

Recreation -- Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and water skiing on the lakes adjoining the village during summer months; skiing and snowmobiling on the lakes and nearby hills in the winter. Additional recreational facilities include six park sites, a bowling alley, an outdoor swimming pool, a movie theater and the PM&L live stage theater.

Schools -- Antioch Elementary District #34 has five schools with a total enrollment of 2,827. Four parochial elementary schools serve the area. High school students attend Antioch Community High School district #117, with an enrollment of 2,040. The Antioch Township Library provides information for community residents.

Housing -- Most summer cottages have been converted to year-round homes in the lakes region. These homes along with townhouses, condominiums, and newer single-family lots average $65,000 in cost. The 2000 median house value was $166,400 and the median rent cost was $678. (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)

Government Services -- Fire protection for the Village is provided by a volunteer fire department consisting of 50 volunteer firefighters and one station. Police protection is provided by the Antioch Police Department which has 16 sworn officers on staff.

Transportation -- Antioch residents can reach both Chicago and Milwaukee by way of Interstate 94 and Route 41. Metra commuter rail service on the Wisconsin Central Line serves residents in the area.

Distance to the Chicago Loop: 60 miles
Distance to O'Hare Airport: 50 miles
Distance to Mitchell Field: 41 miles