Burnham, IL Homes for Sale & Real Estate

Burnham, Illinois, is a small village in Cook County, located just south of Chicago along the shores of Lake Michigan. With a population of around 4,000, it’s a tight-knit community known for its quiet, residential charm and proximity to urban amenities. The village is home to the Burnham Woods Forest Preserve, a popular spot for hiking, birdwatching, and enjoying nature, as well as the adjacent Burnham Park, which offers recreational spaces and lakefront views. Historically, Burnham developed as a suburban enclave with roots tied to Chicago’s industrial growth, and today it maintains a diverse, working-class character. Its location near major highways and public transit makes it a convenient spot for commuters, while its small-town feel provides a peaceful contrast to the bustling city nearby.

Location

County Cook County

State Illinois

Averages

Taxes $6,466

House $197,793

Townhouse $160,000

Condo $104,950

Homes for Sale

Burnham currently has 20 single family homes for sale, 1 townhouse for sale, 2 condos for sale, and 3 lots for sale. There are 2 foreclosures for sale, and 1 short sale.

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Homes 20 for sale $60,000–$479,500

Condos 2 for sale $99,900–$110,000

Townhouses 1 for sale $160,000

Multi-unit 0 for sale

Lots/Land 3 for sale $10,000–$150,000

Manufactured 0 for sale

Short Sales 1 for sale $205,000

Foreclosures 2 for sale $106,250–$199,900

New Construction 0 for sale

Schools

Burnham, IL is served by Calumet City School District 155, Dolton East School District 149, Thornton Township High Schools District 205 and Thornton Fractional High School District 215. The area has 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools, 2 high school schools.

Calumet City School District 155 Elementary, Middle

Elementary Wilson Elementary School Grades P-2

Middle Wentworth Junior High School Grades 6-8

Dolton East School District 149 Middle

Middle Dirksen Middle School Grades 6-8

Thornton Township High Schools District 205 High School

High School Thornridge High School Grades 9-12

Thornton Fractional High School District 215 High School

High School Thornton Fractnl No High School Grades 9-12