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Gilberts is a fast-growing village in Chicago's far western suburbs
The village of Gilberts merges rural tranquility and scenic suburban living about 45 miles outside downtown Chicago. “One thing I’ve heard is that Gilberts is the quiet side of Randall Road,” says Riley Lynch, Gilberts’ assistant village administrator. “There’s a lot of open space and a lot of development, so it’s growing tremendously.” Up until the 1980s, Gilberts’ population was around 400. By the early 2000s, more housing development arrived and the population spiked to 8,000. As the 5-square-mile village continues to grow, locals maintain a strong sense of community. “This is a very neighborly community. That’s what I love about it,” says Dorthy Pastorelli, a Realtor with Compass who has lived in Gilberts since 2012. “Everyone knows the local president and the police chief. You just get that small-town feel where everyone looks out for each other. We also do a lot of events that keep the community together.” Nearby business parks along Randall Road are full of manufacturing plants, and Pastorelli says many locals make the hourlong commute to downtown Chicago.
Experience the serene lifestyle of Gilberts, IL, where the countryside meets suburban life.
Find your dream home with plenty of space in Gilberts, IL's peaceful neighborhoods.
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New housing developments expand to the countryside
Gilberts has several different housing developments, most built in the 1990s and after. Single-family homes are most common, especially in North Gilberts , though townhouses and duplexes are also available. “Pricing really depends on the community,” says Pastorelli. “Some subdivisions like Timber Trails have smaller homes in the mid-$300,000s. Other communities with newer builds, you’re looking at $450,000 and up.” The median home price is $361,000, slightly below the national median. The most expensive houses reach the mid $700,000s. Homes in Gilberts are in high demand, averaging 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 45 days. Crime statistics for the area are not readily available.
Spacious homes with plenty of garage space make Gilberts, IL, a great place to live.
The spacious properties of Gilberts, IL, create the perfect environment for peaceful living.
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Four community parks and surrounding forest preserves
The village maintains four parks, including two built around the Town Center housing development, with fishing ponds, playgrounds and athletic facilities. The village is also surrounded by several forest preserves, where locals can explore the nature and wildlife of Kane County.
Spend a sunny day at Veterans Park in Gilberts, IL, with baseball and kite flying fun.
Beat the summer heat at the Town Center Park splash pad in Gilberts, IL, with family fun.
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Gilberts Community Days and other annual events
Gilberts Community Days is one of the village’s most anticipated events. Held every spring in Town Square Park, the weekend celebration has a classic car show, a petting zoo and live music. “They have food vendors, local businesses, games, a carnival, and it’s all free to the public,” Lynch says. “We get thousands of people from all around.” The. The village hosts smaller seasonal events throughout the year, including a bonfire in October and a visit from Santa during the holidays. “Santa will ride around on a firetruck and go through every subdivision,” says Pastorelli. “And at the same time, they’re collecting donations for a food pantry.”
Gilberts Community Days brings family fun with a car show, zoo, and live music every spring in Gilberts, IL.
Celebrate spring at Gilberts Community Days with a car show, petting zoo, and live music in Gilberts, IL.
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Stores and restaurants along Randall Road
Locals live no more than 10 minutes from shopping centers with big-box stores and a variety of restaurants along Randall Road. Residents can find anything from laid-back pubs to high-end steakhouses. “We have a lot of small businesses from local residents, and the people here are big on supporting them.”
Head to Cruisin in Gilberts, IL, for tasty food and fun games that everyone will enjoy.
Locals in Gilberts love hanging out at Pub 72 for a fun atmosphere and delicious food.
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Community Unit School District 300 gets high ratings
Community Unit School District 300 earns an A-minus grade from Niche. It’s the sixth-largest school district in Illinois, with more than 20,000 students. The district operates more than a dozen elementary schools, four middle schools and three high schools. Students attend Gilberts Elementary School, which is in the village, followed by Hampshire Middle and Hampshire High, both a few miles away in the village of Hampshire. Judson University, a private Baptist institution, is about 6 miles away in Elgin, and it’s less than a 10-mile drive to Elgin Community College.
Students in Gilberts, IL, attend Gilbert's Elementary School, which boasts an A- Niche score.
Dundee Middle School in Gilberts, IL, offers a dedicated staff for students to thrive and learn.
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Locals drive and take the Metra train to downtown Chicago
Residents have easy access to Interstate 90, which leads to Chicago O’Hare International Airport and downtown Chicago, about an hour away depending on traffic. “Most people take the Metra train from the Big Timber station to get downtown,” Pastorelli says. The train station is about 5 miles away from Gilberts, followed bya 90-minute ride to Chicago Union Station.
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