Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Lake Station, IL
$179,450Median listing price
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About Lake Station
Lake Station is a small city at the junction of I-65 and I-80/94. Housing is modest and affordable — older single-family homes and ranches.



Home prices in Lake Station
The median listing price in Lake Station is $179,450.
Top places in Lake Station
- Riverview Park
- Deep River frontage and fishing access.
- Lake Station City Hall and municipal complex.
- Nearby Hobart's Lake George and Festival Park.
- I-65/I-80/94 corridor commercial areas.
Commuting from Lake Station
- No commuter rail station in town; nearest South Shore Line access is in Gary or Portage/Ogden Dunes.
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago: ~40–50 minutes (approximate; longer with traffic).
Lake Station FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lake Station, IL?
The median listing price in Lake Station is $179,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Lake Station, IL?
No commuter rail station in town; nearest South Shore Line access is in Gary or Portage/Ogden Dunes.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.