This breathtakingly beautiful town in Will County also straddles Kendall County and Oswego Township, which gives residents access to social amenities, parks, and recreational facilities in all three places.
Plainfield boasts large swaths of greenery, stretching as far as the eye can see in places like Settlers Park. The tranquil Lake Renwick, the great DuPage River, and a rich nature reserve all hold places of pride in Plainfield.
Settlers Park, located in downtown Plainfield, is one of the city's eight parks. It boasts a history walk, war monument, nature trails, playgrounds, and picnic sites. It is also a favorite venue for concerts, movies, and other community activities.
With a population of close to 40,000 people, Plainfield has grown in leaps and bounds. It experienced a building boom in the past decade and has attracted people of diverse cultural backgrounds who have been drawn to the town for its aesthetic beauty, enormous share of natural resources, and its strategic location near major highways, shopping malls, restaurants, and other social amenities.
Major attractions for Plainfield include the Lake Renwick Preserve, which is famous for bird watching and other activities. It is also home to the Lake Renwick and the Heron Rookery and Nature Reserve, where various bird species breed. The lake draws thousands of visitors in from May to August when birds like egrets, blue herons, and the double crested cormorants come in droves to nest.
The lake is also a favorite for bikers, who enjoy riding through the 3 mile long asphalt trail year round. Fishing is another popular activity at the lake.
Plainfield contains historic buildings and other landmarks built in the early 1800s, and is one of the few towns with a community and historic preservation commission. It also hosts a number of museums, including the Railroad Museum, Main Street Museum, Illinois Aviation Museum, and the Haunted Museum, all of which house important relics from the town's glorious past.
Plainfield is also home to the exemplary Plainfield Consolidated School District, which serves Will County and two townships.
Downtown Plainfield features beautiful historic buildings, wide walkways, numerous restaurants, and theatres. It also promises the best shopping experience ever! You can buy everything from cars, car accessories, electronics, fashion items, sport items and gifts.
When it comes to food, Plainfield has a wide variety of specialty restaurants, including American Asian, Thai, Chinese, Italian, and Mexican establishments.
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Market Overview: New Homes in Plainfield, IL
Here is a quick overview of new housing developments in Plainfield and the new construction market for new build homes in Plainfield:
| City | Plainfield |
| State | Illinois |
| Metro Area | Chicago |
| Subdivisions | 128 |
| Move in Ready Homes | 203 |
| Homes Under Construction | 188 |
| Starting Price | $233,900 |
| Average Price | $506,549 |
| Price Per Square Foot | $209 |
| New Home Builders | 45 |
| Builders in Plainfield | - Lennar
- M/I Homes
- Pulte Homes
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Customizable Options in Plainfield
| Floor Plans Available | 429 |
| Bedroom Count | 2 to 6 |
| Bathroom Count | 1 to 5 |
| Square Footage Range | 1,185 to 5,100 sq/ft. |
