Suburb
Lake Forest
- A+Overall Grade
- Suburb of Chicago, IL
- 53 reviews
- Public SchoolsA+
- Crime & SafetyA
- HousingB-
- NightlifeB
- Good for FamiliesA+
- DiversityB-
- JobsA-
- WeatherC+
- Cost of LivingC
- Health & FitnessA+
- Outdoor ActivitiesA
- CommuteA-
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$855,500
National
$184,700Median Rent
$1,815
National
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Lake Forest Rankings
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
A
Based on violent and property crime rates.
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Working in Lake Forest
Jobs
A-
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$169,122
National
$55,322Top Public Schools Serving Lake Forest
- A+
Adlai E. Stevenson High School
- Public School
- Lincolnshire, IL
- 9-12
- 1,055 reviews
- A+
Libertyville High School
- Community High School District No. 128, IL
- 9-12
- 404 reviews
- A+
Highland Park High School
- Township High School District No. 113, IL
- 9-12
- 232 reviews
- A+
Lake Forest High School
- Public School
- Lake Forest, IL
- 9-12
- 143 reviews
- A+
Daniel Wright Junior High School
- Lincolnshire-Prairieview School District No. 103, IL
- 5-8
- 4 reviews
Top Private Schools in Lake Forest
- A+
Lake Forest Academy
- Private School
- Lake Forest, IL
- 9-12
- 38 reviews
- A+
Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart
- Private School
- Lake Forest, IL
- 9-12
- 43 reviews
- NG
School of St. Mary
- Private School
- Lake Forest, IL
- PK, K-8
- 1 review
- NG
Lake Forest Country Day School
- Private School
- Lake Forest, IL
- PK, K-8
- 12 reviews
- NG
Dearhaven Childcare & Learning Center
- Private School
- Lake Forest, IL
- PK, K
Lake Forest Reviews
53 reviews
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We like living in Lake Forest. It is a beautiful town, with terrific beach, quaint downtown, great schools & good infrastructure. Plus the tax mill rate is lower in LF than in neighboring communities; we pay less in taxes yearly. The area has great restaurants, lots of things to do, good shopping, etc. Also we like the express train into Chicago.
Like any city, the people are a mix. Yes, the town does have its share of fancy mansions and the club member set, but there are also a lot of friendly, down to earth people here too. It is a nice safe town, and a good place to raise a family.
We enjoy the festivals and town events, as well as take advantage of those offered in neighboring communities. The community has good sidewalks and bike trails. We like being able to bike to the beach and to downtown. It is such a pretty community and a nice place to live.
Like any city, the people are a mix. Yes, the town does have its share of fancy mansions and the club member set, but there are also a lot of friendly, down to earth people here too. It is a nice safe town, and a good place to raise a family.
We enjoy the festivals and town events, as well as take advantage of those offered in neighboring communities. The community has good sidewalks and bike trails. We like being able to bike to the beach and to downtown. It is such a pretty community and a nice place to live.
A safe and opulent community with a tight social circle. Great parks, schools, and small-businesses situated throughout town. A lovely beach that residents can enjoy. The landscape is gorgeous and filled with beautiful trees.
Time and time again I find myself impressed with what Lake Forest has to offer it's residents. From the quaint and quiet downtown to the sprawling green parks and preserves, the natural beauty is not to be matched. Being so close to the lake has it's benefits. The beach is easily accessible and there's plenty of parking available. Not only does the beach provide a great place to visit but one can appreciate the cool breezes and temperate weather it gives during the hotter months. The only reason I didn't get five stars was because sometimes the attitude here is a bit shady. It's very common to hear about the "Lake Forest Bubble".Since this is a very wealthy and affluent area many people can get off pretty easily and think they're invincible, hence the term "bubble" was coined. However as long as you keep your head in the right place and remember to look beyond into the real world you'll avoid this "bubble" mentality.