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Superb schools and an easy commute from Deerfield
Deerfield sits less than 6 miles from the shores of Lake Michigan, a short drive to the beaches of Highland Park. “It’s a vibrant North Shore community with great services, an amazing school district, lots of parks and an engaged community,” says David Fitzgerald-Sullivan, a Communications Coordinator for the Village of Deerfield. “We have great highway access, so, it’s easy to get to where you want to go if you need to leave town — which you won’t even want to do.” It's home to about 19,000 residents and the Walgreens headquarters, and while residents often commute into Chicago for work, they return to the village for community and amenities, from events at Jewett Park to rounds of golf at one of the nearby courses.
Wilmot Elementary School is a public school located in Deerfield, Illinois serving students K-5.
Residents of Briarwood board the Metra at the Deerfield station to get to downtown Chicago.
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From Colonial Revivals to custom builds in Deerfield
Deerfield has a diverse housing stock, where styles can range from Colonial Revivals and split-levels to recently built New Traditionals. Townhomes and condos are also available in communities like Manor Homes of Deerfield. The median housing price in Deerfield is about $600,000, higher than the national median. “The real estate is affordable compared to the neighboring towns,” says Broker Alan Berlow with Coldwell Banker Commercial. “The amount of the land is the same, but you get more house in Deerfield as opposed to the neighboring suburbs.” Additionally, residents looking for even more space can find custom-built homes in neighborhoods like Woodland and Briarwood , often selling for $1 to $3 million. Property and violent crime rates here are lower than the national and Illinois rates.
You can find a variety of home styles including colonials in the Briarwood neighborhood.
If you’re looking for an upscale home with walkability to local parks, consider Woodland.
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Living within walking distance of a Deerfield park
While Deerfield might not have its own access to Lake Michigan, it makes up for it with its neighborhood and city parks. “All of the residential homes are around a half mile from a city park, so you can just walk to find a city park,” Berlow says. Jewett Park is right by one of the city’s shopping centers, offering walking paths around the skatepark, playground and baseball diamond. On top of its own playground and baseball field, Jaycee Memorial Park includes a fenced-in dog park, while across the street, Floral Park’s Mitchell Pool is open seasonally. Deerfield also has two golf facilities — Briarwood Country Club and Deerfield Golf Club and Learning Center.
Brickyards Park is a modest green space in Deerfield with a playground.
Jaycee Memorial Park in Deerfield includes a dog park.
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Deerfield's schools with A ratings
Berlow emphasizes that many people move to Deerfield for its excellent schools. Deerfield Public School District 109 includes four elementary and two middle schools and earns an A-minus from Niche. Township High School District 113 earns an A-plus. It includes Deerfield High School, which received National Blue Ribbon recognition in 2022.
Alan B Shepard Middle School near Briarwood offers over 20 extracurricular activities.
Deerfield High School serves students living in Deerfield.
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Deerfield Square's local restaurants and grocery stores
Deerfield Square acts like the village’s downtown, hosting events and festivals there or at the nearby Jewett Park. It’s also a prime location for dining and shopping, home to numerous restaurants and a Whole Foods Market. Down Waukegan Road, Deerbrook Shopping Center offers more local restaurants, big box stores and a Jewel-Osco. Just outside village borders, Northbrook Court is a nearby shopping mall with high-end retailers like Prada and Louis Vuitton, as well as the AMC Northbrook movie theater.
Rosebud is a popular restaurant near the Briarwood neighborhood.
Briarwood has several great grocery options including a Jewel Osco.
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The Harvest Fest and other community events
Every Fourth of July, Deerfield Family Days brings carnival games, rides, live music and fireworks to Jewett Park. There’s also a bike parade, where riders decorate their bikes and viewers vote on their favorites. Also here, the Deerfield Farmers Market runs from June to October. In Deerfield Square, Harvest Fest in September includes live music, local vendors and the Cruise Into Harvest Fest Car Show.
Harvest Fest brings families of Deerfield to celebrate Fall in the heart of downtown.
Deerfield hosts a car show where locals appreciate the vintage rides.
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Deerfield's two Metra stations and bus service
Pace bus services are limited but can help residents get around Deerfield’s town center. Thoroughfares like Waukegan, Deerfield and Lake Cook roads can help motorists get around the rest of the village and beyond. While major employers like Walgreens and Baxter are on the village's western side, residents can also take Interstate 94 to commute to downtown Chicago, about 28 miles south. Commuters can also hop on one of the two Metra stations in the village, both along the Milwaukee District North line — Deerfield Station at Deerfield Square and Lake Cook Road Station at Deerbrook Shopping Center. When it snows in the winter, the village starts plowing after two inches of snow has accumulated.
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Deerfield Park is a thriving community located just 25 miles northwest of Chicago, in the area known as the North Shore. This neighborhood is sprinkled with scenic parks, country clubs and an intriguing mix of housing styles that line its quiet suburban streets. Its top-rated schools and active commercial district mean that locals have easy access to everything they need, while the electric atmosphere of downtown Chicago is just a short train ride away. Far from a run-of-the-mill suburb, Deerfield Park’s active community and its annual events help to transform this North Shore village into a desirable place to call home.
Many homes in Deerfield were constructed between the 1940s and the 1970s, with extensions added on over time. Single-story sprawling ranch-style houses with four bedrooms are priced around $400,000, while remodeled Colonial Revivals can sell for up to $1 million. Most homes in Deerfield Park have sizeable yards shaded by mature trees, and many have fenced-in backyards for pets and children to frolic. Grand mansions sit side-by-side more humble bungalows in an eclectic peppering of styles throughout the neighborhood.
Students in Deerfield Park are zoned to attend Wilmot Elementary School, which earns an A from Niche, a highly regarded school boasting famous alumni such as Oscar-winning actress Marlee Matin. They continue to Caruso Middle School, also rated A, where students recently took home awards at the GEG Chicagoland Film Festival for outstanding technical achievements. They finish at Deerfield High School, which scores an A-plus and offers a comprehensive list of athletics and extracurricular activities for students, including a chess club and a competitive ice hockey team.
Jaycee Memorial Park is an inviting green space in the heart of the community. From soccer fields and mulched play areas to pedestrian paths and picnic spots, there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Locals let their pups run rampant in the agility and exercise area or enjoy their lunch alfresco at tables overlooking the open fields. In the winter an outdoor ice rink is maintained. For golfers of all skill levels, Deerfield Golf Club and Learning Center provides an 18-hole public green with a relaxed yet sophisticated restaurant located on the grounds.
For groceries and retail shopping, residents head to Deerfield Square. This commercial district is made up of red brick streets and buildings housing anchor stores such as Whole Foods and Walgreens for necessities. Just over 1 mile down the highway, Deerbrook Shopping Center houses a Jewel-Osco and a Home Depot, as well as favorite local breakfast spot Scrambled. Just next door to Scrambled, Demetri’s serves authentic Greek cuisine in an elegant setting.
Deerfield Park sits directly on the Milwaukee District North Metra line, which ferries residents to the heart of the Windy City in just over one hour. The 471 bus line makes frequent stops along Deerfield Road. Locals also have easy access to Interstate 294, which runs 17 miles south to O’Hare International Airport.
Every September, residents attend the highly anticipated Deerfield Harvest Fest. “Not only do residents from Deerfield look forward to the fest, but residents from nearby Bannockburn and Riverwoods attend too,” says David-Fitzgerald Sullivan, Communications Coordinator for the village. “Regional and local bands perform, and people are dancing in the streets. It’s really a great time.” The highlight of the event is a cornhole tournament, referred to as “bags” by locals, bringing out the competitive spirit of the neighborhood. “In addition to food, drinks and entertainment, residents really look forward to seeing their neighbors,” Sullivan adds.
The Deerfield Bannockburn Riverwoods Chamber of Commerce is an organization committed to the health of its citizens as they grow older. The Chamber of Commerce holds routine events educating residents about dementia, brain health and the importance of regular physical activity. These courses and events are free virtual presentations and can be accessed from the DBR Chamber of Commerce website.
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