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Moving to Lake Zurich, IL
$539,950Median listing price
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About Lake Zurich
Lake Zurich (~19,900 residents) is a village built around its namesake 250-acre lake. Downtown along Main Street has a small-town core with the lakefront promenade, Paulus Park, and summer concerts.
Home prices in Lake Zurich
The median listing price in Lake Zurich is $539,950.
Top places in Lake Zurich
- Lake Zurich lakefront
- Paulus Park
- Downtown Lake Zurich / Main Street
- Alpine Fest
- Oak Ridge Park
- Henry J. Paulus Park beach.
Commuting from Lake Zurich
- No Metra station in the village; nearest are Barrington or Palatine on the Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line (~15 minutes by car, approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~45–60 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, ~40 miles).
Schools in Lake Zurich
Public schools: Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Lake Zurich FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lake Zurich, IL?
The median listing price in Lake Zurich is $539,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Lake Zurich, IL?
No Metra station in the village; nearest are Barrington or Palatine on the Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) Line (~15 minutes by car, approximate). - Which school district serves Lake Zurich, IL?
Lake Zurich is served by Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.