About 14 miles west of the Chicago Loop, La Grange is a Cook County village with a strong sense of identity and an award-winning downtown that draws residents from across the western suburbs. The village was founded by Franklin Dwight Cossitt in 1879, though the area was first settled in the 1830s, making it older than the City of Chicago itself. Well-preserved 19th and 20th century residential architecture lines the streets, giving the community a sense of history. Midwestern University, Elmhurst University, and Dominican University are all within a short drive.
The housing mix in La Grange reflects its character: classic single-family homes sit alongside traditional apartment communities, with options ranging from spacious multi-bedroom floor plans to compact studios. Renters have access to the Metra BNSF Line at two in-village stations, putting the Chicago Loop roughly 30 minutes away. Chicago Midway International Airport is about 12 minutes by car.
