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About Lake Bluff, IL

Lake Bluff is a picturesque North Shore village known for its stunning lakefront bluffs, charming downtown, and tight-knit community feel. This affluent community offers beautiful parks, excellent schools, and easy access to both nature and urban amenities.

Community at a Glance

Population

5,722

Median Household Income

$158,750

Median Age

47.8

Total Area

4 sq mi

Schools

elementary schools

Lake Bluff ESD 65

middle schools

Lake Bluff ESD 65

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Amenities & Lifestyle

Parks & Nature

  • Lake Bluff Beach
  • Artesian Park
  • Green Bay Trail
  • Lake Bluff Open Lands
  • Sunrise Park

Restaurants

  • Deerpath Inn Dining Room
  • Inovasi
  • Jimmy's Charhouse
  • Egg Harbor Café
  • The Lantern

Arts & Culture

  • Artesian Park Bandshell & Summer Concert Series
  • Deerpath Inn Historic Landmark
  • Lake Bluff History Museum
  • Lake Bluff Public Library
  • Lake Bluff Village Downtown Public Art

Coffee

  • Brewed Awakening
  • The Coffee Studio at Deerpath Inn

Fitness & Wellness

  • Lake Bluff Park District Recreation Center
  • Lake Bluff Swim Club
  • Green Bay Trail Running & Cycling
  • Core Power Yoga & Wellness Studios

Shopping

  • Lake Bluff Downtown Village District
  • Lake Bluff Pharmacy
  • North Shore Community Market at Lake Bluff
  • Donna's Garden

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