Although it's located just 16 miles west of the Loop, Western Springs has a distinct small-town feel. Located near the Cook County Forest Preserves, the village has stayed true to its past while embracing the present.

Western Springs provides facilities for a wide variety of activities. At the recently completed recreation center, you can work out in a full-size gym or exercise your mind in the computer and science room. If you enjoy outdoor activities, the village operates eight parks, which include baseball diamonds, tennis courts, soccer fields.

With some of the most eclectic architecture in Chicagoland, Western Springs offers home styles to meet every desire. You can find Victorians, English Tudors, Cape Cods, Colonials, ranches, and split levels. Single-family home prices range from the low $200,000 to $1,700,000. The average sales price currently hovers right around $380,000.

Most of the elementary students in Western Springs attend district 101l the ramainder attend district 106. Village teenagers attend Lyons Township High School, which offers a comprehensive curriculum including special education and gifted courses.

Western Springs is well-located. The village has easy access to the Tri-State Tollway (I-294), the Stevenson (I-55), and the Eisenhower (I-290). Midway Airport is only 15 minutes away. Whether by car or express train, getting to the Loop takes about 30 minutes.