Orland Hills

About Orland Hills

Orland Hills is a small, friendly village in the southwestern part of Illinois' Cook County. It's located just 3 miles south of the similarly-named Orland Park and 21 miles southwest of Chicago. Family-friendly amenities include local parks, children's programs and local events, making Orland Hills a cozy community to call home.

The History of Orland Hills

Orland Hills' history dates back to approximately 1836, when its land was sold to speculators. Farms cropped up throughout the area, leading to significant population growth throughout the 1850s and beyond. The city was officially incorporated in 1961, and was originally named Westhaven.

Between 1970 and 1980, the community experienced a massive population boom, growing by nearly 500 percent when it jumped from 470 people to more than 2,700. The city adopted the name Orland Hills in 1986, an event that signified its status as part of the Orland Township.

Living in Orland Hills

The village has experienced positive population growth in recent years as new residents flock to this desirable location, attracted by its easy access to Chicago, diverse economy and good recreational facilities. Many locals also appreciate the sense of community in Orland Hills. The tight-knit village comes together to celebrate annual events including the Orland Hills Jamboree at Orland Towne Center and the Annual Independence Day Festival.

Orland Hills provides a good mix of jobs to appeal to the interests and education of a variety of residents. The Federal Bureau of Investigation is one of the most prominent organizations based in Orland Hills. The majority of local job roles fall into the categories of sales and office positions, construction workers, builders, office professionals and educators.

A variety of nearby colleges, including Governors State University, Prairie State College, Benedictine University, South Suburban College and Moraine Valley Community College, have helped make Orland Hills' population more educated than the average.

Orland Hills Schools

Despite its small size, Orland Hills is serviced by a number of school districts including the Orland School District 135, Kirby School District 140 and Consolidated High School District 230. Or you can enroll your child in one of the private schools in and around Orland Hills.

Resources for Moving to Orland Hills

As you prepare to move to Orland Hills, the following information will be helpful:

• Utilities: Commonwealth Edison is the city's energy provider, while Illinois American Water oversees water and sewer services.
• Garbage and Recycling: Waste Management facilitates the regular collection of trash and recyclables.
• Transportation: Orland Hills is part of the Pace Bus network of routes. You can use the Pace Bus to connect to the Metra rail line, making it simple to access Chicago and other communities.

Orland Hills Housing

Orland Hills offers mostly traditional single-family dwellings, attracting families and young couples with its safe and attractive tree-lined streets, reputable schools and friendly community. Though homes in Orland Hills are some of Illinois' most expensive, they are substantially more affordable than those in some real estate hot spots like California and New York. Home ownership rates in Orland Hills are also very high.