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Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Grove

Located in Lake County

$507,058 Average Value
$242 Average Price per Sq Ft
41 Homes For Sale

Buffalo Grove's two counties and upcoming shopping districts

Home to about 43,000 people, Buffalo Grove is a Chicagoland village straddling Lake and Cook counties. While Buffalo Grove has established amenities, the upcoming addition of a new mixed-use shopping center is bringing new retail attractions to the area. Still, the village is a relatively quiet suburb with plenty of parks and local events that keep residents engaged in the community.

Families practice their bags skills before the annual Bags Tournament in Buffalo Grove.
Families practice their bags skills before the annual Bags Tournament in Buffalo Grove.
Northeast Buffalo Grove has many newly developed homes in the area.
Northeast Buffalo Grove has many newly developed homes in the area.
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Over 400 acres of parks available for Buffalo Grove residents

Buffalo Grove’s park district managements over 400 acres of recreational space across the village. Mike Rylko Community Park is an expansive 76-acre outdoor recreation hub, hosting athletic fields, courts, an inline rink, and a skate park. Willow Stream Park’s 54 acres offers various athletic amenities, from basketball and tennis courts to sand volleyball and a disc golf course. Buffalo Creek Forest Preserve covers 408 acres and offers over 5 miles of gravel trails for walking and biking. The trails run through open areas of the preserve, crossing many creeks and edging around the reservoir, where people can stop to fish.

Floor hockey enthusiasts can make use of the court at the Buffalo Grove Park District.
Floor hockey enthusiasts can make use of the court at the Buffalo Grove Park District.
Horatio Gardens residents can train their pets at Happy Tails Dog Park.
Horatio Gardens residents can train their pets at Happy Tails Dog Park.
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Buffalo Grove Town Center soon to become The Clove

Buffalo Grove’s two primary shopping centers sit on either side of McHenry Road with local restaurants spread across both. The Grove is on the eastern side, featuring a Jewel-Osco amongst the eateries. Buffalo Grove Town Center is on the other side, though it is currently undergoing some updates. After getting renamed to The Clove, Buffalo Grove Town Center will transform into a 20-acre mixed commercial-and-residential development. Luxury apartments will sit above new shops and restaurants, including another supermarket. A park will mark the space’s center, hosting community events throughout the year.

Deerfield's Bakery is a popular spot for cakes and pastries in Buffalo Grove's Town Center.
Deerfield's Bakery is a popular spot for cakes and pastries in Buffalo Grove's Town Center.
Guzman Y Gomez in Buffalo Grove serves up quick Mexican dishes in The Clove shopping center.
Guzman Y Gomez in Buffalo Grove serves up quick Mexican dishes in The Clove shopping center.
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Colonial Revival and split-level houses and condos across Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Grove’s median housing price is just over $400,000. Colonial Revivals, split levels and New Traditionals are the more common architectural styles. “The subdivisions here are mostly post-World War II builds — there’s been more growth since the 80s on the Lake County side of town,” says Realtor Alan Danenberg with Keller Williams Thrive. While new luxury apartments and townhouses will soon come online at The Clove, there are already plenty of existing condo communities on the northeast side of the village. Old Farm Village, for example, offers Tudor-style condos and New Traditional townhouses. Buffalo Grove’s property and violent crime rates are both well below the national and state rates, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

New Traditional homes can be found throughout the Horatio Gardens neighborhood .
New Traditional homes can be found throughout the Horatio Gardens neighborhood .
Split-level home are well represented in Buffalo Grove.
Split-level home are well represented in Buffalo Grove.
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Buffalo Grove's multiple school districts across its two counties

“Buffalo Grove is split between Lake and Cook County, so it’s zoned for two different school systems that are both high-quality according to state report cards,” Danenberg says. The school zones split at Lake Cook Road, and again at Buffalo Grove Road for Lake County elementary and middle school students. Those living on the eastern side of Buffalo Grove Road attend Aptakisic-Tripp School District 102, which receives a B-plus rating from Niche. Those west of Buffalo Grove Road head to A-rated Kildeer Countryside Community Consolidated School District 96. Both districts feed into Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125, which gets an A-plus and is listed as the No. 1 school district in America, according to Niche. Cook County students living south of Lake Cook Road start at Community Consolidated School District 21, which receives a C-plus rating. It feeds into High School District 214, which earns an A-plus.

Meridian School is a highly rated public school in Buffalo Grove for grades PK, and 4-5.
Meridian School is a highly rated public school in Buffalo Grove for grades PK, and 4-5.
Stevenson High School is the #1 ranked public high school in Lake County.
Stevenson High School is the #1 ranked public high school in Lake County.
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Annual events hosted at Mike Rylko Community Park

Mike Rylko Community Park hosts most of the community’s annual and seasonal events. Here, the Buffalo Grove Farmers Market runs from June through October and features locally grown fruits, veggies, and gourmet coffee and pastries to browse through. For a week in late August and early September, Buffalo Grove Days offers concerts and carnival rides at the park. “The Parks District puts on a lot of events and programs that kids and adults can join, including a performing arts program in the Community Arts Center,” Danenberg says.

Buffalo Grove Days is a summer carnival over Labor Day weekend in South Buffalo Grove.
Buffalo Grove Days is a summer carnival over Labor Day weekend in South Buffalo Grove.
Buffalo Grove Days features many games and activities for kids in Buffalo Grove.
Buffalo Grove Days features many games and activities for kids in Buffalo Grove.
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Commuting to downtown Chicago from Buffalo Grove's Metra

Buffalo Grove is a largely car-dependent community, so thoroughfares like McHenry, Buffalo Grove and Lake Cook roads link residents with amenities. The Buffalo Grove Metra is on the far east side of the village, connecting commuters to downtown Chicago, about 33 miles away, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport, 20 miles away. Also over here by the Metra station, the eastern side of the village boasts a cluster of manufacturing plants and warehouses that serve as major employers for Buffalo Grove and the surrounding communities.

Chicagoland can get significant snow in the winter. Buffalo Grove activates its Snow and Ice Control Program during snowstorms, promising to clear snow 12 hours after it stops snowing.

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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
13,463
Number of Homes for Sale
41
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,959
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,029
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,249
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
852
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
750
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 2
    Open Sat 11AM - 12:30PM

    879 Saybrook Ln, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

    $599,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,334 Sq Ft
    • 879 Saybrook Ln
    • New 2 days ago

    RARELY AVAILABLE CUL-DE-SAC LIVING IN ONE OF BUFFALO GROVE'S MOST SOUGHT-AFTER LOCATIONS! Tucked away on a serene cul-de-sac and feeding into award-winning District 96 and Stevenson High School, this is the setting today's buyers are searching for! WALK to the neighborhood park, pool, and clubhouse, and just minutes to vibrant Downtown Long Grove with dining, shopping, coffee shops, year-round

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  • Saturday, May 2
    Open Sat 2PM - 4PM

    16373 W Menna Ln, Lincolnshire, IL 60069

    $739,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,574 Sq Ft
    • 16373 W Menna Ln

    Live just steps from one of the area's most desirable schools, this distinctive 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath ranch offers a rare blend of character, space, and location-less than two blocks from Adlai E. Stevenson High School in the highly regarded District 125. Set in a quiet, established neighborhood, this home feels like living in your own private resort. Bright, open living spaces are enhanced by

    Jane Lee RE/MAX Top Performers

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  • Sunday, May 3
    Open Sun 12PM - 2PM

    1124 Brandywyn Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

    $625,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,080 Sq Ft
    • 1124 Brandywyn Ct
    • New 3 days ago

    Move-in ready & tucked away on a picturesque cul-de-sac, this beautifully maintained center-entry colonial offers the perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Acacia hardwood floors span the entire first floor. The spacious Living Room accommodates gatherings of any size, while the formal Dining Room is ideal for hosting holidays & special occasions. A first-floor office provides the perfect

    Nancy London Baird & Warner

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Distribution of Home Values

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Source: Public Records

Neighborhoods in Buffalo Grove

Property Mix - Square Feet

Buffalo Grove Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
26
Median Rent
$2,600
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,000
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,550
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,200
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,325
Median Condo Rent
$1,850
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,000

Demographics

Total Population
41,644
Median Age
44
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$123,170
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$147,807

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.4%
College Graduates
66%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
17''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®®

60 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walk Score®®

50 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Transit Score®®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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