Facts about Lindenhurst
Lake County, 42 miles NW of the Loop. Lindenhurst began as a subdivision in Lake Villa Township in 1952.
The land had been called “Lindenhurst Farm” bya prior owner, Ernst Lehmann, son of the wealthy
Chicago department store merchant who founded Lake Villa. Developer Morton Engle and his brothers
bought the property in the late 1940s. Their company sought to market relatively inexpensive starter homes to war veterans.
Lindenhurst Population (year 2000): 12,539.
Lindenhurst Estimated population in July 2005: 14,403 (+14.9% change)
Males: 6,188 (49.4%), Females: 6,351 (50.6%)
Lindenhurst Zip code: 60046
Lindenhurst Median resident age: 33.7 years
Lindenhurst Median household income: $74,841 (year 2000)
Lindenhurst Median house value: $167,700 (year 2000)
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Lindenhurst was incorporated in 1956. Opportunities for commercial development are along Grand Avenue and U.S. Rte. 45.
Recreation
Recreational pursuits can be enjoyed at any one of Lindenhurst's 18 park sites, nearby Chain O'Lakes State Park, and the vast forest preserve lands that surround the Village. Neighboring Hastings Lake YMCA also provides many recreational activities.
Schools
Elementary students are served by one of three districts; Millburn District #24 with 1071 students, Antioch District #34 with 2,297 students or Lake Villa District #41 with 2,923 students. High school students attend Antioch District #117 with 1,801 students or Grayslake District #127 with 1,660 students.
Housing
Lindenhurst offers housing on attractive lots, including lakefront property. The 2000 median house value was $167,700 and the median rent cost was $929. (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
Government Services
Lindenhurst provides a variety of services to its residents including a sewer and water utility. Fire protection is provided by the Lake Villa Township Volunteer Fire Department. Police services are provided by the Lindenhurst Police Department.
Transportation
Interstate 94 is 10 minutes away, offering an easy commute to either Chicago or Milwaukee. Metra commuter rail service is currently available in Grayslake and in Lake Villa. Pace bus service transports residents to the surrounding communities.
- Distance to the Chicago Loop: 45 miles
- Distance to O'Hare Airport: 35 miles
- Distance to Mitchell Field: 41 miles