Village of Green Oaks IL - Green Oaks Illinois Housing and Property Guide, MLS Home Search for Real Estate

Village of Green Oaks, Illinois (Lake County Illinois Real Estate Reference Guide and Home Search)

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* Population: 3,572 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
* Median Household Income: $127,905 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
* Tax Rate Per $100 Assessed Value: 5.156% to 7.098% (2000 County Clerk Tax Extension)

In 1960 the "Village of Oak Grove" changed its name and founded Green Oaks with a modest population of 150 persons. The village is home to Lambs Farm, Oneac Corporation and Peter Baker & Sons.

Recreation -- Residents of Green Oaks, which is adjacent to Libertyville, can enjoy numerous activities at Lambs Farm, enjoy nature in Saddle Hill/Forest Glen Nature Trail and Libertyville Township Open Space District properties.

Schools -- Three elementary school districts serve Green Oaks. The Village lies mainly within Oak Grove District #68, with an enrollment of 756 students. High school students in the village attend Libertyville High School District #128, with an enrollment of 2,515 students. There are several parochial and private schools in the municipalities surrounding Green Oaks.

Housing -- The 2000 median house value was $406,000 and the median rent cost was $1,222. (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000) A vast array of single family homes exist in the community. Homes commonly utilize the abundant open area with approximately one to five acre lots.

Government Services -- Libertyville Township Fire Protection District provides fire protection to the village. Police protection is provided under contract by the Lake County Sheriff's Department.

Transportation -- Major highways, tollways and roadways providing access to the community are Interstate 94, IL Rte. 176, IL Rte. 137, St Mary's Road and O'Plaine Rd.

* Distance to the Chicago Loop: 39 miles
* Distance to O'Hare Airport: 29 miles
* Distance to Mitchell Field: 41 miles