Plano Homes for Rent

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.