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Plainfield Township prides itself on maintaining its "prairie town" community-oriented atmosphere while expanding its employment and residential opportunities. The schools in Plainfield Township are highly rated. The Plainfield Community Consolidated School District encompasses 64 square miles in Will and Kendall counties. More and more young couples with children are moving into the area, and many people who were raised in Plainfield are returning to raise their children.

The Plainfield Township Park District includes 41 parks totaling 640 acres and includes a recreation center, nature areas, picnic sites, athletic fields, an outdoor swimming pool, fishing ponds, canoe launches, outdoor ice skating areas, playgrounds, and much more. The Plainfield Park District consist of Recreation/Administration Center, River Edge Recreation Center, Ottowa Street Pool, Van Horn Woods Dog Park, Skate Park and the Normantown Trails Equestrian Center. This family-oriented community is also home to a YMCA, providing students and children in the area with a place to learn and have fun.

Residents of the Township have access to a variety of religious institutions including more than a dozen denominational and two non-denominational churches. They can also choose from more than 30 clubs and organizations encompassing many different interests.

Thanks to this easily accessible location, by 1960 the Township of Plainfield was growing rapidly and attracting many new residents, businesses and industries. Although it maintained its small-town image, it was slowly transforming from a rural community into a modern suburb of the Chicago metropolitan area. In 1976, a new Village Hall and police station were constructed in the Village of Plainfield, and other improvements were made. In 2003 and 2004 a new village hall was built and is located by the newly built Settlers' Park located on Lockport St. west of the river.

In 1990, Plainfield was devastated when a tornado struck the community, resulting in the loss of life and property. Despite the destruction, the community mustered its pride and strength, rebuilding better what it had lost. Faced with the challenges of growth and maintaining forethought for the future community, the Township of Plainfield continues to build upon its rich and proud history.

Plainfield offers a unique blend of old and new, this is true for it's real estate as well. Many new construction communties exist to meet a variety of needs. Single-family homes can be found in the mid $100,000s and reach well over $1 million. Starting in the upper $100,000's, beautiful single-family homes can be found in neighborhoods such as Wesmere Country Club, Aspen Meadows and Kendall Ridge. Custom Homes in well-established subdivisions including Wallin Woods, Estates At Heritage Meadows, Wilding Point and Bronk Estates start in the mid $300,000's. Newer Custom Communities including Shenandoah, White Ash Farm, Dayfield, Prairie Ponds, Dunmore Estates and Grande Park start in the mid to high $300,000's and offer clubhouses, snow sled hills and aquatic center. Spectacular homes can also be found in River Pointe Estates, The Lakelands and The Lakelands Club communities. The Lakelands encompasses a new collection of both homesites and residences that are sure to amaze you. These beautiful homes are set on a crystal clear private lake with over 143 acres of water. As the only gated community in Plainfield, the Lakelands Club offers the unparalleled peace and tranquility that only waterfront living brings.

One can also not ignore the benefit of being close to Chicago, one of the greatest cities in the world. The Windy City is only a 45 to 60-minute drive via Interstate 55 or if you prefer, a short train ride on the Metra into downtown. Chicago offers world-class shopping and dining, amazing entertainment and celebrated museums. Enjoy an afternoon with a stroll down Lake Michigan's beautiful beach front or visit a world class museum. Take in a show and enjoy a meal at one of it's many fine restaurants. If sports are your thing we have that too. There is nothing like a lazy summer day at historic Wrigley Field watching The Cubs win, attending a Bears game at the newly renovated Soldier Field on a crisp fall day or visiting Jordan's old playground, The United Center, for a Bulls game or concert. Interstates 294, 355 and 80 are just a short distance from Plainfield and provide easy access through the rest of the state. In addition, Plainfield is less than 45 minutes from both O'Hare International and Midway Airports.