Living in Wadsworth IL (60083)
Wadsworth, IL: The Village of Country Living
Just steps from the Wisconsin border and less than 50 miles to Chicago sits the Village of Wadsworth. Known as “The Village of Country Living,” it offers a unique blend of rural charm and suburban convenience. From quiet neighborhoods to open green spaces, Wadsworth has a character that feels both peaceful and welcoming.
- Population: 3519
- County: Lake
- Townships: Benton, Newport and Warren
- Police: Lake County Sheriff
- Fire: Newport Fire and Warren-Waukegan Fire
What about Old Mill Creek?
Old Mill Creek is an adjacent unincorporated village that shares the same zip code, 60083. The population is only 158. Often homes in Old Mill Creek use Wadsworth as the city in their mailing address.
Homes and Land in Wadsworth Illinois
Wadsworth offers a mix of housing options, from established subdivisions to homes on larger parcels of land. Many properties include acreage, outbuildings, or room for animals and gardens. Because of the village’s rural character, most homes rely on private wells and septic systems rather than municipal utilities.
Some neighborhoods also reflect the area’s preference for space. For example, homes in the Jonathan Knolls subdivision typically sit on lots of about an acre or more, giving homeowners a little extra room compared to traditional suburban neighborhoods.
Buyers who want more space while still being close to Gurnee, Libertyville, and the Wisconsin border often find Wadsworth to be a great fit.
Five fun things to do in Wadsworth & Old Mill Creek
Click here to read them all and learn a little bit about Wadsworth has to offer.
Plus some great new restaurants in Wadsworth:
Tamales El Guerro
Brown’s Chicken
Ready to make your move to Wadsworth?
Living in Wadsworth has given me a real appreciation for the mix of open space, neighborhoods, and rural character that people are drawn to here. If you have questions about Wadsworth or the surrounding area, I’m always happy to help.
Daina Jacobson is a REALTOR® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago who helps buyers and sellers navigate the real estate markets in Northern Lake County, Illinois, and southern Kenosha County, Wisconsin. Based in Wadsworth, Illinois, she specializes in homes with land, acreage properties, and homes served by private wells and septic systems.
Before entering real estate, Daina spent two decades working as a certified interpreter fluent in American Sign Language, a background that shaped her ability to listen carefully and guide clients through complex decisions with clarity.
When she’s not assisting clients, Daina devotes time to animal rescue as one of the co-founders of Two Furs Rescue. At home in Wadsworth she enjoys caring for her many animals, including cats, a dog, chickens, and ducks, while also planting and preserving native plants and trees around her property.