<h1 style="text-align: center;">Antioch, <em>Chicago</em></h1>
<p>Settled in the 1830s by brothers Darius and Thomas Gage, Antioch is located just to south of the Wisconsin border in the Greater Chicago Area. Antioch is a quant little town that features a thriving downtown area and beautiful outdoor recreation. Officially incorporated as town in 1892, the town was settled mostly by German and English immigrants in the area seeking for a better life. The village grew quickly, becoming a popular vacation location for Chicagoans looking to get away from city life for a while. With the advent of trains, the town continued to thrive and grow.</p>
<p>Antioch includes many different styles of housing. Cap-cod style homes, ranch houses, and split levels are all available in Antioch with the average sales price of a single family home being $173,602. &nbsp;The standard condominium goes for less, coming in at $135,395.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34 serves the education needs of students in the area. This includes seven elementary schools and one high school, Antioch Community High School.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The public transportation in the area, Metra, goes to Antioch including a full station located in the town. The station goes to and from downtown Chicago and Antioch is located by several major US highways providing numerous access points for those looking to commute to both nearby and far areas.&nbsp;</p>
<p>There are several outdoor recreation spots in the town, making it a hotspot for both fishing and boating in the towns numerous lakes. Trails, parks, and public pools can be frequently found in the area as well. Many shops, restaurants, and antique shops call Antioch home that make for a bustling downtown experience. &nbsp;</p>