Located just 15 miles west of Chicago, La Grange offers a small town feel with all the amenities of a big city.  Beautiful historic homes, a vibrant downtown and top notch schools are just a few things that make La Grange a great place to live. Rich in history, the Village of La Grange offers the modern conveniences of an urban community while preserving much of the authenticity of the character originally envisioned by its founding father, F. D. Cossitt, back in 1879.  La Grange retains a strong sense of community, with historic homes, traditional downtown business districts, schools, parks, and public transportation, all of which contribute to the community's character, quality of life and economic vibrancy.