West Dundee, Illinois
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Notable For
West Dundee is most notable for its community events as well as its friendly rivalry with East Dundee. Together, the two neighborhoods put on a summer concert series and a winter Victorian Christmas festival. West Dundee now privately hosts Heritage Fest, a three-day event in September celebrating the community's rich culture and proud history with music, food, and fireworks. The neighborhood also organizes other notable volunteer opportunities and charitable events with the goal of fostering a strong sense of community and preserving West Dundee's treasured historic spaces.
Cost of Living
West Dundee, the median household income is above both the state and the national average. With easy access to dining, retail, and recreation, the median property value is also a bit above average. Yet, for buyers interested in purchasing a home with historic charm in a thriving suburban community, West Dundee offers a range of home prices, including some affordable options relative to other Chicago suburbs.
Transportation
As a far suburb of Chicago, the best way to access West Dundee is by Interstate 90 which can take you into the city within 45 minutes when traffic is light. The nearest Metra train station is Big Timber, the end of the Milwaukee West line, and it can take you into Chicago's Union Station in about an hour and twenty minutes. Also, Pace Bus route 803 provides local service through Carpentersville and East Dundee to Spring Valley Mall. Most West Dundee residents work and play in the surrounding suburbs such as Elgin, Schaumburg, and Palatine.
Schools
Served by District 300, West Dundee has it own elementary school, middle school, and high school--all of which are shared with its eastern counterpart. As a suburb with a strong sense of neighborhood pride, West Dundee holds its schools at the heart of its community. This includes the neighborhood's selection of highly lauded private schools.
Attractions
West Dundee's most notable claim to fame is the downtown stretch along its Main Street, offering both residents and visitors farm-to-table dining, friendly neighborhood bars, and a live music venue. However, West Dundee is also home to Spring Hill Mall. Completed in 1980, the mall still serves as a major retail and entertainment hub with a dynamic collection of stores, a movie theater, and a outdoor/indoor restaurant pavillion. For residents seeking a breath of fresh air, there's also the village's riverwalk along the west bank of the picturesque Fox River.