1827
Joseph Curtis
Joseph Curtis settled in what became Niles. John Dewes followed in 1831.
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Living in Niles, Illinois
A village on Chicago’s far northwest border, about 14 miles from the Loop, home of the Leaning Tower of Niles.
01 — At a Glance
Home of the Leaning Tower.
Niles was first called Dutchman’s Point, after the German families who settled near Milwaukee and Touhy avenues in the 1830s. The village incorporated on August 24, 1899. The 2020 census counted 30,912 residents, and the ZIP code is 60714. Its best-known landmark is the Leaning Tower of Niles, a smaller replica of the tower in Pisa, and the village runs a free bus to every neighborhood.
02 — History
The story of Niles.
Niles began as a stop for travelers on the road north from Chicago. A few chapters.
1830s
Dutchman’s Point
German families settled near Milwaukee and Touhy avenues, and the settlement became known as Dutchman’s Point.
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1899
The village
The village of Niles was formally incorporated by the State of Illinois on August 24, 1899.
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1941–1965
Tour golf
Tam O’Shanter hosted the All American Open from 1941 to 1957 and the Western Open in 1964 and 1965.
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03 — Education
A tradition of learning.
Niles is served by several elementary districts and two high school districts.
Boundaries follow the address. Confirm school assignment for each address with the district before you buy.
Search HomesPublic · K–8
Elementary districts
Several districts serve the village.
- East Maine District 63
- Park Ridge-Niles District 64
- Golf District 67
- Niles District 71
- Fairview District 72
Public · 9–12
High schools
Two districts.
- Maine East and Maine South (District 207)
- Niles North and Niles West (District 219)
Independent
Private schools
Catholic options in and near the village.
- St. John Brebeuf School
- Northridge Preparatory School
- Notre Dame College Prep
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04 — Lifestyle
Everyday life in Niles.
Niles mixes a landmark, a classic golf course and a free bus that makes getting around easy.
Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Niles
Seen in the opening of Wayne’s World and home to summer concerts.
Tam O’Shanter Golf Course
Owned by the Niles Park District.
Leaning Tower YMCA
Right next to the tower.
Getting Around
Niles Free Bus
Free rides weekdays and weekends, within a short distance of every home.
Milwaukee Avenue
The historic road through Dutchman’s Point.
Oakton College
The community college district for Niles.
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