Found some info on Lake county. They do have the highest property taxes in the state.
"The median property tax (also known as real estate tax) in Lake County is $6,285.00 per year, based on a median home value of $287,300.00 and a median effective property tax rate of 2.19% of property value."
Well, I called DuPage County Treasurer and looked at property bill...no hidden fees unless they are hiding them...and I asked...
Your Lake County info is surprising thta they are highest in state...Wow even higher than Cook! Your example of a house value and property taxes sounds a lot more reasonable that the article...I cannot believe a tax bill is $15,000 a year on a house they bought for $227,000 in 2013. Does not add up...
It gets tiresome seeing reports and articles that are not completely clear like the one posted. Again, there is something wrong with tho9se numbers.
Illinois does have lots of problems, but property tax problems are local and may be the one area where taxpayers can have more ability to reduce taxes.