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Suburb of Springfield, IL
Population 1,336
#1 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
Suburb of Springfield, IL,
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 1,336,
Suburb of Chicago, IL
Current Resident: I have lived in Riverwoods for seven years now and overall it has been a great experience. Living in the forest has been very peaceful and the community is amazing. Riverwoods has some of the prettiest homes and an amazing connection to nature. I have been very satisfied with my time living here but if there would be any changes it would be expanding the services provided. Often times we need to go to the neighboring towns for schools, public libraries, etc. Otherwise Riverwoods is a great place to live.... Read 11 reviews
Population 3,742
#2 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
Suburb of Chicago, IL,
11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in Riverwoods for seven years now and overall it has been a great experience. Living in the forest has been very peaceful and the community is amazing. Riverwoods has some of the....
I have lived in Riverwoods for seven years now and overall it has been a great experience. Living in the forest has been very peaceful and the community is amazing. Riverwoods has some of the....
Read 11 reviews.
Population: 3,742,
Current Resident: Inverness is a great place to live if you like to have a bit of space to spread out and enjoy the outdoors. Our neighborhood is very walkable, and if you are a bit motivated you can even walk to the grocery store, Starbucks, etc. Most important, though, is that the people who live here are the best! Neighbors know each other and look out for one another without being intrusive.... Read 23 reviews
Population 7,684
#3 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
23 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Inverness is a great place to live if you like to have a bit of space to spread out and enjoy the outdoors. Our neighborhood is very walkable, and if you are a bit motivated you can even walk to the....
Inverness is a great place to live if you like to have a bit of space to spread out and enjoy the outdoors. Our neighborhood is very walkable, and if you are a bit motivated you can even walk to the....
Read 23 reviews.
Population: 7,684,
Trinity Lutheran School
Private School•
NEWPORT NEWS, VA•
PK, K-8
Fork Union Military Academy
FORK UNION,, VA•
7-12
Sacred Heart Schools Chicago - The Academy and Hardey Prep
CHICAGO, IL•
Town in Illinois
Current Resident: Aledo is an amazing town. It is perfect to raise kids and is very close knit. The homes are affordable and everything in town is walking distance. It's close to the quad cities so commute time if you work outside Aledo, is very short. I'm... Read 8 reviews
Population 3,860
#4 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
Town in Illinois,
8 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Aledo is an amazing town. It is perfect to raise kids and is very close knit. The homes are affordable and everything in town is walking distance. It's close to the quad cities so commute time if you....
Aledo is an amazing town. It is perfect to raise kids and is very close knit. The homes are affordable and everything in town is walking distance. It's close to the quad cities so commute time if you....
Read 8 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Population: 3,860,
Current Resident: Highland Park is a great town with a diverse group of individuals who are there for one another. There are always different events in the community that are appropriate for every age group. There is something to do from strolling down to the lake to grabbing delicious food downtown Highland Park!... Read 63 reviews
Population 30,245
#5 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
63 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Highland Park is a great town with a diverse group of individuals who are there for one another. There are always different events in the community that are appropriate for every age group. There is....
Highland Park is a great town with a diverse group of individuals who are there for one another. There are always different events in the community that are appropriate for every age group. There is....
Read 63 reviews.
Population: 30,245,
Former Resident: One of the nicest neighborhoods to possibly grow up in. It is filled with history and people pride the beauty of the town. Downtown Lake Forest is filled with historic sights, places to eat, and a five minute drive to Forest Park Beach at Lane Michigan. The town is incredibly clean and has an amazing charm to it.... Read 63 reviews
Population 19,450
#6 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
63 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says One of the nicest neighborhoods to possibly grow up in. It is filled with history and people pride the beauty of the town. Downtown Lake Forest is filled with historic sights, places to eat, and a....
One of the nicest neighborhoods to possibly grow up in. It is filled with history and people pride the beauty of the town. Downtown Lake Forest is filled with historic sights, places to eat, and a....
Population: 19,450,
Current Resident: Lincolnshire is a great community of people with excellent schools. D103, a K-8 district is located in Lincolnshire that is one of the main reason people move here as well as for being a feeder to Stevenson High School. Stevenson High School is the largest public high school in Illinois, and they are only making the school more inviting to students to provide a place of community in and out of the classroom. Lincolnshire also has close access to the tollway for easy transportation to the city, which makes living in the suburbs more reasonable for those with a commute. Sadly there is no downtown of Lincolnshire it is more of home and schools. Which means there is no walking in downtown during the day.... Read 17 reviews
Population 7,905
#7 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
17 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Lincolnshire is a great community of people with excellent schools. D103, a K-8 district is located in Lincolnshire that is one of the main reason people move here as well as for being a feeder to....
Lincolnshire is a great community of people with excellent schools. D103, a K-8 district is located in Lincolnshire that is one of the main reason people move here as well as for being a feeder to....
Read 17 reviews.
Population: 7,905,
Current Resident: Excellent Location - 20 minutes to Downtown, both airports. Safe beautiful and quiet. Great food - shopping and safe. Great safe vibe - fun summer concert series. Great people!... Read 29 reviews
Population 11,167
#8 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
29 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Excellent Location - 20 minutes to Downtown, both airports. Safe beautiful and quiet. Great food - shopping and safe. Great safe vibe - fun summer concert series. Great people!.
Excellent Location - 20 minutes to Downtown, both airports. Safe beautiful and quiet. Great food - shopping and safe. Great safe vibe - fun summer concert series. Great people!.
Read 29 reviews.
Population: 11,167,
Current Resident: With an impressive combination of both diversity and resources, I am grateful to say that Oak Brook has been my home for the past 13 years. With some of the best restaurants available, Oak Brook allows for its residents and vistors to explore and challenge themselves with a variety of options. The several recreation centers install a sense of community and health for their residents. As some who has been employed by the Oak Brook Park District and is a member of the Oak Brook Bath and Tennis Club, I can attest to both sides and their individual benefits. As an employee of the Oak Brook Park District, I discovered a tight nite community that bonded over the experience that was to be in Oak Brook. The parks, families, and benefits all contributed to both an enjoyable workspace and recreational space. As my high school was 40 minutes away, I was always grateful for the safe commute I had while in Oak Brook. Overall, Oak Brook is an excellent place to live.... Read 15 reviews
Population 8,178
#9 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
15 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says With an impressive combination of both diversity and resources, I am grateful to say that Oak Brook has been my home for the past 13 years. With some of the best restaurants available, Oak Brook....
With an impressive combination of both diversity and resources, I am grateful to say that Oak Brook has been my home for the past 13 years. With some of the best restaurants available, Oak Brook....
Read 15 reviews.
Population: 8,178,
Current Resident: I have lived in Palos Heights my whole life. Firstly, Palos Heights is a town where you do not have to worry about safety as an issue. The community feel of this town helps provide such a sense of security for personal safety. It is very widely shown that if you were ever in a dangerous situation, there would be no hesitation that you would be helped from members of this community. There are also so many resources to help you if you did ever find yourself in a bit of trouble. Palos Heights is a great place for kids to grow up, as there are so many opportunities for fun, creative activities for kids to get involved with for all ages. Also, the school system in Palos Heights is phenomenal. It is very apparent that the kids in the school system are very well cared about and always have the best interest in mind. There are also many things to do in adult life in this town! Overall, Palos Heights is a safe, fun community!... Read 32 reviews
Population 12,116
#10 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
32 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in Palos Heights my whole life. Firstly, Palos Heights is a town where you do not have to worry about safety as an issue. The community feel of this town helps provide such a sense of....
I have lived in Palos Heights my whole life. Firstly, Palos Heights is a town where you do not have to worry about safety as an issue. The community feel of this town helps provide such a sense of....
Read 32 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 12,116,
Former Resident: Casey is a very small town with less than 3,000 residents. It has multiple world record breaking structures, including largest wind chime, rocking chair, golf tee, pitchfork, wooden shoes, mailbox, crochet hook, and knitting needles. The town's people are very welcoming and accommodating of all visitors and new residents.... Read 5 reviews
Population 2,422
#11 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says Casey is a very small town with less than 3,000 residents. It has multiple world record breaking structures, including largest wind chime, rocking chair, golf tee, pitchfork, wooden shoes, mailbox,....
Casey is a very small town with less than 3,000 residents. It has multiple world record breaking structures, including largest wind chime, rocking chair, golf tee, pitchfork, wooden shoes, mailbox,....
Read 5 reviews.
Population: 2,422,
Former Resident: Northbrook, a Chicago suburb, offers a safe, family-friendly community with excellent schools and a welcoming atmosphere. Residents appreciate the proximity to Chicago while enjoying the tranquility of suburban life. The area's parks and recreational facilities provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Shopping and dining options, including Northbrook Court, cater to various tastes. To enhance the community, addressing traffic and transportation issues could improve commuting experiences. Efforts towards affordable housing and sustainability initiatives would benefit the diverse population. Developing local cultural and entertainment venues may enrich leisure opportunities, while promoting community engagement can foster a stronger sense of belonging.... Read 96 reviews
Population 35,108
#12 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
96 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says Northbrook, a Chicago suburb, offers a safe, family-friendly community with excellent schools and a welcoming atmosphere. Residents appreciate the proximity to Chicago while enjoying the tranquility....
Northbrook, a Chicago suburb, offers a safe, family-friendly community with excellent schools and a welcoming atmosphere. Residents appreciate the proximity to Chicago while enjoying the tranquility....
Read 96 reviews.
Population: 35,108,
Suburb in Illinois
Current Resident: I moved to Godfrey in 2022, after living in the city of Alton, my entire life. Alton and Godfrey are very close, sharing a school district. The biggest difference in Godfrey is how much safer it feels. Godfrey is a smaller township, with its own communities built inside. It is big enough that not everyone knows everyone, but you can walk around and still run into many friends and neighbors. For me Godfrey feels too small, like there isn't enough here for all that I want to do. That being said if someone was looking for a great place to have a family and feel secure doing so, it is a place I would recommend.... Read 30 reviews
Population 17,812
#13 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
Suburb in Illinois,
30 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I moved to Godfrey in 2022, after living in the city of Alton, my entire life. Alton and Godfrey are very close, sharing a school district. The biggest difference in Godfrey is how much safer it....
I moved to Godfrey in 2022, after living in the city of Alton, my entire life. Alton and Godfrey are very close, sharing a school district. The biggest difference in Godfrey is how much safer it....
Read 30 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Population: 17,812,
Nearby Resident: Energy is a great place to start your first home, or get your first job. It is a small town, but the people are kind and the town is generally family-friendly. Being a nearby resident of Energy, I am happy to say that Energy would be a great place to settle down and make your future!... Read 1 review
Population 1,167
#14 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Nearby Resident says Energy is a great place to start your first home, or get your first job. It is a small town, but the people are kind and the town is generally family-friendly. Being a nearby resident of Energy, I am....
Energy is a great place to start your first home, or get your first job. It is a small town, but the people are kind and the town is generally family-friendly. Being a nearby resident of Energy, I am....
Read 1 reviews.
Population: 1,167,
Current Resident: Big enough you don't know everyone, but small enough that your not without friends. The traffic is not horrible, unless a train is going through town. Most people are friendly and willing to help their neighbors. The town gets behind their schools-elementary and high school.... Read 4 reviews
Population 1,841
#15 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Big enough you don't know everyone, but small enough that your not without friends. The traffic is not horrible, unless a train is going through town. Most people are friendly and willing to help....
Big enough you don't know everyone, but small enough that your not without friends. The traffic is not horrible, unless a train is going through town. Most people are friendly and willing to help....
Read 4 reviews.
Population: 1,841,
Current Resident: It’s a nice little town. Everyone knows each other and there aren’t many big problems. I would like to see adults be more kind to the high school students though. The adults can be very judgmental without knowing who we are and if we are good people.... Read 23 reviews
Population 10,908
#16 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
23 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says It’s a nice little town. Everyone knows each other and there aren’t many big problems. I would like to see adults be more kind to the high school students though. The adults can be very judgmental....
It’s a nice little town. Everyone knows each other and there aren’t many big problems. I would like to see adults be more kind to the high school students though. The adults can be very judgmental....
Population: 10,908,
Nearby Resident: Nice affluent town that’s a stones throw from downtown Chicago. I think the reason this city gets a C rating is because of the housing which is crazy expensive. Even for fixer upper you will end up spending at least 750k without any updates. The schools are incredible, almost a private school education which is the main attraction for folks wanting to leave Chicago. Easy on ramps to downtown and without traffic you are looking at a 15-20 minute commute to downtown which is insane. Overall population is filled with professionals, physicians and entrepreneurs. Tons of wealthy investors. Overall I like this town, just wish it was a little more affordable and that they had more grocery stores.... Read 38 reviews
Population 13,358
#17 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
38 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Nearby Resident says Nice affluent town that’s a stones throw from downtown Chicago. I think the reason this city gets a C rating is because of the housing which is crazy expensive. Even for fixer upper you will end up....
Nice affluent town that’s a stones throw from downtown Chicago. I think the reason this city gets a C rating is because of the housing which is crazy expensive. Even for fixer upper you will end up....
Read 38 reviews.
Population: 13,358,
Works Here: I love the town, Lena. It is a small rural town in northern Illinois near the Wisconsin border. I have been going to school and working here my whole life. I don't want anything to change about this small and perfect town. I love that everyone knows everybody. We are a family here.... Read 10 reviews
Population 2,854
#18 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
10 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Works Here says I love the town, Lena. It is a small rural town in northern Illinois near the Wisconsin border. I have been going to school and working here my whole life. I don't want anything to change about this....
I love the town, Lena. It is a small rural town in northern Illinois near the Wisconsin border. I have been going to school and working here my whole life. I don't want anything to change about this....
Read 10 reviews.
Population: 2,854,
Current Resident: Lake Barrington is a good place to be if you are looking for more nature and taking walks outside. This being said, it takes a long time to get to other areas because of it being further out so commute times are relatively long.... Read 6 reviews
Population 5,557
#19 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
6 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Lake Barrington is a good place to be if you are looking for more nature and taking walks outside. This being said, it takes a long time to get to other areas because of it being further out so....
Lake Barrington is a good place to be if you are looking for more nature and taking walks outside. This being said, it takes a long time to get to other areas because of it being further out so....
Read 6 reviews.
Population: 5,557,
Current Resident: I moved to Barrington hills right before covid. It was the best decision I ever made. I grew up in the Northshore (Northbrook/Glencoe) and I’d pick BH over those anyday. The properties around here are BEAUTIFUL. So much nature and quiet tree lined roads. Taking walks/bike rides is the best. Everything you could need is a 20 min drive or less. Schools are incredible and only going to get better with the $150M renovation taking place. Montessori pre schools in barrington and deer park. You can own horses/farm animals, have burn piles, build trails with the 5+ acres on your land and no one will bother you. If you want privacy, peace and quiet, your own oasis on a ton of land and be in awe every time you drive through your neighborhood this is the place for you.... Read 5 reviews
Population 4,236
#20 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
5 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I moved to Barrington hills right before covid. It was the best decision I ever made. I grew up in the Northshore (Northbrook/Glencoe) and I’d pick BH over those anyday. The properties around here....
I moved to Barrington hills right before covid. It was the best decision I ever made. I grew up in the Northshore (Northbrook/Glencoe) and I’d pick BH over those anyday. The properties around here....
Population: 4,236,
Former Resident: I loved growing up here! I had great friends and always felt safe. I often ran around the neighborhood with my track team as a distance runner and enjoyed exploring the area. There is an amazing selection of stores and restaurants for the size. While many will travel to bigger areas, you literally have everything you need there. The schools aren't amazing, but not bad. I still had an ACT just under 30, so it provides the resources, if you have the drive. The historic Carnegie Library and Drive-Inn theater are some of my favorite things about town. There is also bowling, movie theater, tons of parks, public pool and Lake Lou with a beach. Housing is super cheap there too! The downside would be the train tracks that divide part of the town.... Read 11 reviews
Population 6,960
#21 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
11 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says I loved growing up here! I had great friends and always felt safe. I often ran around the neighborhood with my track team as a distance runner and enjoyed exploring the area. There is an amazing....
I loved growing up here! I had great friends and always felt safe. I often ran around the neighborhood with my track team as a distance runner and enjoyed exploring the area. There is an amazing....
Population: 6,960,
Current Resident: Great place to live and raise a family. Accessible to city via expressway or train, yet distant enough to avoid congestion. Incredible public schools and park district resources. Public service departments are great and well-funded. Friendly people, a variety of neighborhoods, and an abundance of parks. Ample dining and shopping options to satisfy your needs, and a location fairly central to the greater Chicago area's main attractions. Glenbrook South High School, the Park Center, the Glen Mall, Glenview Public Library, Walker Brothers, and the Dairy Bar, and many, many trees are highlights of this town.... Read 144 reviews
Population 48,150
#22 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
144 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Great place to live and raise a family. Accessible to city via expressway or train, yet distant enough to avoid congestion. Incredible public schools and park district resources. Public service....
Great place to live and raise a family. Accessible to city via expressway or train, yet distant enough to avoid congestion. Incredible public schools and park district resources. Public service....
Read 144 reviews.
Population: 48,150,
Current Resident: This is a fantastic place to relocate if you want to move a little closer to Chicago. You're within a 30 minute drive from literally everything! The food is fantastic, the neighborhood is friendly, and the rent is really reasonable here. Only gripe here is that houses are way too overpriced.... Read 44 reviews
Population 13,501
#23 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
44 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says This is a fantastic place to relocate if you want to move a little closer to Chicago. You're within a 30 minute drive from literally everything! The food is fantastic, the neighborhood is friendly,...Only gripe here is that houses are way too overpriced..
This is a fantastic place to relocate if you want to move a little closer to Chicago. You're within a 30 minute drive from literally everything! The food is fantastic, the neighborhood is friendly,...Only gripe here is that houses are way too overpriced..
Read 44 reviews.
Population: 13,501,
Current Resident: I love the “small town feel” the villainess of Savoy offers, even though it’s basically part of Champaign-Urbana. Everything I need is within walking distance these days, whereas in past years it was pretty desolate. The growth in this community has positively impacted Savoy, which today has nearby grocery stores, doctors offices, gas stations, restaurants, higher-end liquor stores/wine shops, the movie theatre (which was pretty much all that was out here before) and retail shops. Bonus: safe neighborhood and a nice park! Only real con: only one bus runs out this way, so if you’re without a car it’s harder to go into downtown Champaign.... Read 23 reviews
Population 8,793
#24 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I love the “small town feel” the villainess of Savoy offers, even though it’s basically part of Champaign-Urbana. Everything I need is within walking distance these days, whereas in past years it was...Only real con: only one bus runs out this way, so if you’re without a car it’s harder to go into downtown Champaign..
I love the “small town feel” the villainess of Savoy offers, even though it’s basically part of Champaign-Urbana. Everything I need is within walking distance these days, whereas in past years it was...Only real con: only one bus runs out this way, so if you’re without a car it’s harder to go into downtown Champaign..
Population: 8,793,
Current Resident: Wonderful, family friendly town. A great down town with a bunch a of cute shops and little restaurants to stop at and enjoy!... Read 21 reviews
Population 6,774
#25 Best Places to Retire in Illinois.
21 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Wonderful, family friendly town. A great down town with a bunch a of cute shops and little restaurants to stop at and enjoy!.
Wonderful, family friendly town. A great down town with a bunch a of cute shops and little restaurants to stop at and enjoy!.
Read 21 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 6,774,
Baker Demonstration School
WILMETTE, IL•
Fusion Academy Lake Forest
LAKE FOREST, IL•
6-12
Northridge Preparatory School
NILES, IL•
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