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Plainfield, IL 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Plainfield
Homebuyers looking for 55+ communities in Plainfield are loving this Northern Illinois Chicago suburb. Its active downtown and access to numerous green and natural spaces make it…
Homebuyers looking for 55+ communities in Plainfield are loving this Northern Illinois Chicago suburb. Its active downtown and access to numerous green and natural spaces make it attractive for active adults seeking a quieter lifestyle near the big city. In addition, residents love local golfing, concerts, and historic preservation.
Climate & Geography
Northern Illinois has a hot-summer-subtype humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons with hot summers, cold winters, and sometimes extreme temperatures. Plainfield is too far inland to receive the moderating effects of Lake Michigan. There is average rainfall and snowfall as well as about 188 days of sunshine each year.
Plainfield is located on what used to be a lake. After the lake drained into the Illinois River valley, it left behind the flatlands that now encompass the city. The Lake Renwick Reserve is on the southeast border.
Recreation, Culture, & Entertainment
As Plainfield’s population has rapidly expanded in the past 30 years, so has its entertainment and cultural offerings. Downtown Plainfield is the recently revitalized historic district featuring boutique shopping and art. Residents can dine outside in the summer months and enjoy the classic architecture. The city also hosts free summer concerts at Settlers’ Park.
Retirees seeking outdoor recreation can head to Lake Renwick or the Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve for birding and scenic views. The DuPage River Trail is just south of the city, offering 30 miles of running, walking, and biking paths through parks and forest preserves. The city also has three local golf courses, as well as numerous others in the surrounding suburbs.
Outside of the city, nearby Chicago has world-class dining and high-end shopping. Residents can get downtown in under an hour.
Cost of Living & Taxes
Plainfield’s cost of living is just higher than the national average. Housing and transportation are the biggest costs, while utilities, groceries, and health care all hover at or below the national average.
Illinois is moderately tax friendly for retirees. Social Security benefits and all other forms of retirement income are subtracted from any taxable income. Property taxes are high with a homestead exemption available. In addition, sales taxes are high, and medicine and groceries are taxed at a lower level.
Health Care
Plainfield 55+ communities are part of the Chicago metro area which ranks in the top 85 communities of Gallup’s Well-Being Index.
There are no hospitals in Plainfield, but there are several hospitals that are rated high performing by U.S. News in nearby cities and towns. These include AMITA Health Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, and Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. The closest nationally ranked hospital is Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, and the city of Chicago has some of the top hospitals in the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 2 55+ communities in Plainfield, 2 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Plainfield has 400 homes, the largest has 2097 homes, and the average communities consists of 1248 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Plainfield. The most recent communities started in Plainfield include Keller Farm, Carillon. There is also 1 communities in Plainfield that offers new construction homes, including Keller Farm.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Plainfield. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Carillon is a gated communities with 2097 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Plainfield stay on the market for around 203 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $428,057, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Keller Farm average around $520,421, while homes in Carillon average around $335,693.
26 communities near Plainfield
140 homes near Plainfield
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,380 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,655 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,764 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,668 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,673 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,386 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,386 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,006 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,595 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,666 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,764 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,519 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,218 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|3,300 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,798 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,263 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,892 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,646 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,013 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|3,433 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,912 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,865 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,505 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,624 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 2 55+ communities in Plainfield, 2 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Plainfield has 400 homes, the largest has 2097 homes, and the average communities consists of 1248 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Plainfield. The most recent communities started in Plainfield include Keller Farm, Carillon. There is also 1 communities in Plainfield that offers new construction homes, including Keller Farm.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Plainfield. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Carillon is a gated communities with 2097 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Plainfield stay on the market for around 203 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $428,057, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Keller Farm average around $520,421, while homes in Carillon average around $335,693.
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