Why Live in Plano
Plano, located about 55 miles west of Chicago, is a small city with a population of around 12,000. Known for its historical significance as the birthplace of the Plano Reaper and its role as Smallville in the 2013 film “Man of Steel,” Plano offers a quaint, pastoral atmosphere. The community is centered around Main Street, which features a variety of small businesses, including a 160-year-old furniture store, pet supply shop, and local eateries like Uncle Lar’s Pizza and Ivana’s Café. The Friendly Tap, a popular local bar, is known for its Friday fish fry and nightly specials. Plano hosts numerous community events throughout the year, such as a kid’s color run, back-to-school bash, and summer live music performances. Plano High School is a hub for sporting events, including annual football games and winter basketball and wrestling tournaments.
Housing in Plano includes a mix of New Traditional homes from the early 2000s, restored farmhouses from the late 1800s, ramblers, split-levels, bi-levels, townhouses, and duplexes. The Plano independent school district serves students from pre-K through high school, with P.H. Miller Elementary School receiving high ratings. Plano offers several recreational options, including the 29-acre Foli Park with fishing, disc golf, and sand volleyball, and Plano City Park with a lighted softball field and playground. Indoor activities can be found at Hometown Lanes & Sports Bar, a nostalgic bowling alley on Main Street. The city is served by an Amtrak station with hour-long trips to Chicago, and local employment opportunities include the Menards Distribution Center and Plano Molding Company.
Home Trends in Plano, IL
On average, homes in Plano, IL sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Plano, IL over the last 12 months is $335,000, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$405,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$400,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$335,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$265
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
119
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%