Several communities with vibrant commercial corridors – including East Dundee, West Dundee and Sleepy Hollow – hug the scenic Fox River within the Dundee Township. About 50 miles northwest of Chicago, this riverside region has charisma to spare, with housing diversity, a festive downtown scene and access to numerous communal green spaces. “The region already has so much to offer, with the historic homes and small-town charm, but another benefit is the commuter aspect,” says Jenny Jones, Broker Associate and Team Manager for the Jones Team. “It’s 45 minutes from O’Hare Airport, close by I-90 to help you get into the city as needed and our main thoroughfare Route 31 takes you through dozens of other towns. Living here gives you the best of both worlds. City amenities, in a quaint community.”
Dundee, IL is on the east side of the Fox River, which offers outdoor adventures.
Jelke Creek Bird Sanctuary nature preserve offers public trails for people on foot and bike.
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Housing options include condos, ranch-style homes and century-old Victorians
The historic residential districts are known for their expansive lots, which showcase century-old Victorian, Queen Anne and Tudor Revival homes decorated with ornate wooden eaves and signature turrets. Barrington Hills’ homes offer grand French Provincial and Georgian-style homes on ample acreage. Such homes range in price from $750,000 to $1.2 million. More home-buying options include condos, ranch-style homes and split levels on single lots, which cost $121,000 and up. Depending on the acreage, vacant land and lot options are priced from $32,000 to over $2 million. “We have entry-level, historical and million-dollar homes,” says Tammy Mrotek, Realtor, CRS, SSFR of Keller Williams Success Realty. “There really is housing for everyone.”
Most of the houses in Dundee are on individual lots and surrounded by evergreen trees.
Some of the houses in Dundee, IL date back to as far as 1850, as this Queen Anne does.
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Students at Harry D. Jacobs High School are well-prepared to debate
Staff at Dundee Highlands Elementary recently updated the curriculum to integrate science and social studies into literacy learning for kindergartners, first graders and second graders. Niche rates the elementary school and Dundee Middle School a B+. Extracurriculars at Harry D. Jacobs High School include the highly competitive debate club, which attends monthly tournaments during the school year.
Harry D. Jacobs ranks #7 in best public high schools in McHenry County according to Niche.com.
Dundee Highlands Elementary School is located in West Dundee, IL.
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Opportunities for hiking, cycling and fishing are abundant along the Fox River
The 200-mile-long Fox River is a scenic recreational corridor that snakes through downtown. Locals have 32 miles of riparian woodlands to explore along the multiuse Fox River Trail, which links several communities. Elsewhere along the waterway anglers cast lines, observe wildlife and paddle the scenic waters. Birdwatchers can scan for Great Blue herons, red-tail hawks and American Goldfinches at Jelke Creek Bird Sanctuary, which preserves a vast expanse of wetlands and prairie. Trails are open to hikers and cyclists, and fishing is permitted in larger ponds. Horseback riders follow 45 miles of multiuse trails that ribbon across Spring Lake Forest Preserve. The preserve is adjacent to Barrington Hills Riding Center, which offers riding lessons.
Spring Lake Forest Preserve grants 45 miles of woodlands in Dundee, IL.
The Downtown Dundee River Walk is a beautiful pathway that runs along the Fox River.
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Extroverts have lots of options for socializing in Dundee Township
A diverse and dynamic culinary experience is a highlight across East and West Dundee. “Not only are the restaurants notable, but there are festivals like Wine Down Wednesday and Thirsty Thursday,” says Cindy Kennedy, resident and Real Estate Broker for Baird & Warner. Copper ceilings and stained-glass windows are an impressive backdrop at Rosie O'Hare’s Public House in East Dundee, but the best views may be of the river from the patio. West Dundee has local hotspots too. “Residents rave about No Manches Mexican Grill,” says Mrotek. “Not only are the food and drinks great, but we can experience the culture through a culinary experience."
Just south of Old Town Dundee, IL is Rosie O’Hare’s Public House.
Southern Belle's breakfast restaurant located in Dundee is a family friendly diner.
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Hop on I-90 to access O’Hare, Chicago and Rockford
Dundee is three miles north of I-90, which passes O’Hare Airport and connects with Chicago 40 miles southwest of town. Rockford is 50 miles west. Route 31 runs north-south through the community and connects with I-90. Downtown areas are walkable, and Pace Bus 543 links Elgin with Carpentersville in East Dundee.
If you are looking to travel around Dundee, IL you can take public transportation.
Dundee is three miles north of I-90, which passes O’Hare Airport.
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Residents have a Dickens of a time in December
Heritage Fest in September is a three-day event showcasing local cuisine and craft makers. During the winter holidays West Dundee hosts Dickens in Dundee. Events at this festive party include a tree lighting ceremony, carriage rides and Main Street’s “Living Windows,” which is a collection of storefronts reenacting scenes from A Christmas Carol.
Annual events include the Heritage Festival held at Dundee Village Hall in Dundee, IL.
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