Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Grayslake, IL
$350,000Median listing price
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About Grayslake
Grayslake (~21,100 residents) is a growing village in central Lake County with a charming downtown on Center Street — antique shops, restaurants, and the Grayslake Farmers Market — plus the College of Lake County's main campus. Housing mixes historic homes near downtown, 1990s–2000s subdivisions, and apartments; relatively affordable with three Metra stations (MD-North and North Central Service) making it a commuter value.
Home prices in Grayslake
The median listing price in Grayslake is $350,000.
Top places in Grayslake
- Downtown Grayslake
- College of Lake County
- Central Park
- Alleghany Park
- Grays Lake
- Rollins Savanna Forest Preserve
- Prairie Crossing
Commuting from Grayslake
- Metra Milwaukee District North (MD-N) Line; Grayslake station downtown, plus Prairie Crossing station (shared with NCS) — to Chicago Union Station.
- Metra North Central Service (NCS); Washington Street station and Prairie Crossing station — limited weekday-only service.
- Typical weekday MD-N train to Union Station: approximately 75–85 minutes (approximate; varies by stopping pattern).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~45–60 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, ~45 miles).
Grayslake FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Grayslake, IL?
The median listing price in Grayslake is $350,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Grayslake, IL?
Metra Milwaukee District North (MD-N) Line; Grayslake station downtown, plus Prairie Crossing station (shared with NCS) — to Chicago Union Station.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.