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Burnham, IL is a small village in Cook County, and a great destination for travelers looking for a quiet getaway. Located near Lake Michigan and the Illinois-Indiana border, Burnham has plenty of activities to offer visitors. The picturesque town is known for its excellent outdoor recreation opportunities, including boating, fishing, and hiking trails at Wolf Lake Park. There are also several golf courses nearby, perfect for those looking to hit the green. Visitors to Burnham can explore the historical sites that tell the story of this quaint village or visit the numerous shops and restaurants that dot the streets. For those who are seeking a more relaxing experience, there are plenty of spas and salons located throughout the area. Reviews of Burnham generally rave about how beautiful it is and how quiet it can be compared to other towns in Cook County. People also appreciate all that this small village has to offer in terms of activities and attractions for visitors of all ages.
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Making it work - 2/2/2008
There are many suburbs outside of Chicago. This is the one you mention and everyone is like, where is that? The notion would bring one to think the town is located somewhere far out. I find it to be a well kept little secret. There is nothing to this town but, affordable homes and that's just fine being near a city like Chicago. Burnham is right on the southeastern boarder of Chicago. It's close to major highways, you can get downtown in 15 to 20 min. You can find any and everything you want in Chicago, PERIOD.
Aside from Chicago, Burnham is only a minute or two from Hammond, IN which has cheaper gas, less sales tax or even no tax on items that Chicago/Cook County/the State of Illinois would tack on a tax to. Casino's are also in nearby East Chicago and Portage Indiana. River Oaks shopping center is a straight shot south about 2 miles.
There is little to no economic base in Burnham. There is little to no choice for schools. The town shares or
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