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Des Plaines is a well-located community known for its friendly neighborhoods, commuter convenience, and easy access to both Chicago and O’Hare. Des Plaines real estate offers a wide range of options, from move-in ready homes and updated single-family properties to modern townhomes and select luxury residences. Many houses for sale in Des Plaines are located near top schools, community parks, and the Des Plaines River Trail, giving residents plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. Buyers also love the walkable downtown area, Metra access, and nearby shopping and dining. With its reputation for safety, strong community feel, and excellent location, Des Plaines is a great place to call home.

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Des Plaines is a diverse and established community with a population of over 58,000 residents. The city has a long history and continues to evolve with residential updates and commercial development.

Downtown Des Plaines offers a mix of local restaurants, shops, and services, along with entertainment venues and community spaces. The Des Plaines River runs through the area, adding natural scenery and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Its location near major highways and transit options makes it especially appealing for commuters.

Schools In The Area

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Iroquois Community School 847-824-1308 Public KG-8
South Elementary School 847-824-1566 Public KG-5
Friendship Junior High School 847-593-4350 Public 6-8
Maine West High School 847-827-6176 Public 9-12
Iroquois Community School 847-824-1308 Public KG-8
South Elementary School 847-824-1566 Public KG-5
Forest Elementary School 847-824-1380 Public PK-5
Brentwood Elementary School 847-593-4401 Public KG-5
Devonshire Elementary School 847-593-4398 Public KG-5
Cumberland Elementary School 847-824-1451 Public KG-5
Terrace Elementary School 847-824-1501 Public KG-5
Orchard Place Elementary School 847-824-1255 Public KG-5
Plainfield Elementary School 847-824-1301 Public KG-5
Central Elementary School 847-824-1575 Public KG-5
North Elementary School 847-824-1399 Public KG-5
Plato Academy 847-768-7188 Private PK-8
Science & Arts Academy 847-827-7880 Private PK-8
Iroquois Community School 847-824-1308 Public KG-8
South Elementary School 847-824-1566 Public KG-5
Friendship Junior High School 847-593-4350 Public 6-8
Forest Elementary School 847-824-1380 Public PK-5
Brentwood Elementary School 847-593-4401 Public KG-5
Algonquin Middle School 847-824-1205 Public 6-8
Chippewa Middle School 847-824-1503 Public 6-8
Devonshire Elementary School 847-593-4398 Public KG-5
Terrace Elementary School 847-824-1501 Public KG-5
Cumberland Elementary School 847-824-1451 Public KG-5
Orchard Place Elementary School 847-824-1255 Public KG-5
Plainfield Elementary School 847-824-1301 Public KG-5
Central Elementary School 847-824-1575 Public KG-5
North Elementary School 847-824-1399 Public KG-5
Plato Academy 847-768-7188 Private PK-8
Willows Academy 847-824-6900 Private 6-12
Science & Arts Academy 847-827-7880 Private PK-8
Guardian Angel Orthodox Day School 847-827-5519 Private 1-8
North Cook Young Adult Academy 847-824-8300 Public 6-12
Iroquois Community School 847-824-1308 Public KG-8
Friendship Junior High School 847-593-4350 Public 6-8
Algonquin Middle School 847-824-1205 Public 6-8
Chippewa Middle School 847-824-1503 Public 6-8
Joseph Academy 847-803-1930 Private 8-12
Guardian Angel Orthodox Day School 847-827-5519 Private 1-8
Science & Arts Academy 847-827-7880 Private PK-8
Willows Academy 847-824-6900 Private 6-12
Plato Academy 847-768-7188 Private PK-8
North Cook Young Adult Academy 847-824-8300 Public 6-12
Maine West High School 847-827-6176 Public 9-12
North Cook Young Adult Academy 847-824-8300 Public 6-12
Joseph Academy 847-803-1930 Private 8-12
Maryville Jen School 847-390-3020 Private 9-12
Willows Academy 847-824-6900 Private 6-12

Around The Area

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Des Plaines is known for its convenient location near O’Hare Airport and strong commuter accessibility.

Many residents choose Des Plaines for its affordability, location, and access to transportation.

Des Plaines offers single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, and multi-unit properties.

Yes. Des Plaines offers access to Metra train service and major highways, making commuting convenient.

Yes. The city has parks, trails, and recreational facilities, including the Des Plaines River Trail.

Yes. Des Plaines is located near O’Hare International Airport.

Des Plaines is located about 20 miles northwest of downtown Chicago.

Nearby communities include Park Ridge, Mount Prospect, Elk Grove Village, and Rosemont.

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