The Village of River Grove is a lively Chicago suburb encompassed by picturesque parks, with The Des Plaines River snaking through the center of the community, adding a layer of serenity. Known as the Village of Friendly Neighbors, this riverfront region exudes community engagement and togetherness through its cultural events.
The quaint residential streets display homes with beautiful brick details, cute bungalows, ranch-style and turn-of-the-century homes and the occasional Cape Cod. These residences share their well-maintained lawns with mature trees and flowering shrubs, which adorn the homes’ exteriors and walkways. Home prices start around $200,000 and reach up to $500,000. Other homebuying options include condos, which cost roughly $170,000 and up.
At the community’s core is River Front Park, a favored greenspace offering acres of outdoor recreational fun. It’s also the venue for highly anticipated annual events. The most notable celebration is RiverFront Fest, which takes over the first weekend in June and provides the ultimate carnival experience. From carnival rides and food trucks to games and local vendors, there’s more than enough to keep you entertained. Village trustee Bobby Thomas says the fest is “a celebration of community, family, friends, food, fun and music, held right here on these very grounds of the riverfront. It's been a gathering place for many generations of River Grovers over the years.” Get there early and claim your spot on the lawn as musical acts such as tribute band Blooze Brothers and Second Hand Soul Band grace the stage. Other well-attended events include Concerts in the Park, the Lions Club Steak and Lobster Fest, Unwined and the holiday tree lighting ceremony. Throughout the year, it is the perfect place for a casual day of play or just a relaxing moment to take in the great outdoors. For intense hiking, biking or nature watching, Jerome Huppert Woods and the Forest Preserves of Cook County deserve a visit. For golf enthusiasts, The Oak Park Country Club provides an 18-hole course for you to perfect your backswing. The country club’s gorgeous greens and pristine lakes are more reasons to appreciate all the greenspaces River Grove has to offer its residents.
Elmwood Elementary and John Mills Elementary are two public primary schools in the community that feed into Elm Middle School, with each institution earning B-minus overall grades from Niche. Elmwood Park High boasts a B-plus average Niche score, with teacher and diversity earning the highest praise. Graduates looking to continue their education can stay in River Grove and attend Triton College, a public community college offering 150 degree and certificate programs. On the college’s grounds is the renowned Cernan Earth & Space Center, a public planetarium named after the famed astronaut Eugene Cernan.
River Grove’s culinary scene is just as varied as its community events. Hot dog aficionados can check out Gene & Jude's, one of the nation's most famous wiener joints. Voted America’s top dogs by Reader’s Digest, this no-frills spot offers top-tier food and a welcoming vibe. Hala Kahiki Lounge is decked out in tropical décor, granting a moody vibe that transports you to your favorite island destination. Wash down your meal with their much-talked-about mocktails or cocktails. If you want to get dolled up and have a refined dining experience, Da Luciano’s provides authentic Italian dishes with white tablecloth fare. There are nearly a dozen open-air shopping centers in the area for all of your retail needs, including Thatcher Woods Center. This retail hub houses anchor stores such as Ross Dress for Less, Walgreens and Rich’s Fresh Market, which offers fresh and organic produce and spices for your everyday cooking and pantry necessities.
Since River Grove is merely 35 minutes from Chicago by car, commuting to and from the village for work or recreation is quick and easy via Interstate 290.
Erica Cuneen
Beyond Properties Realty Group
(630) 757-8294
332 Total Sales
3 in River Grove
$273K - $350K Price Range
Nancy Sliwa
Coldwell Banker Realty
(224) 520-9579
208 Total Sales
1 in River Grove
$546,000 Price
Luigui Corral
RE/MAX American Dream
(224) 212-1953
232 Total Sales
1 in River Grove
$320,000 Price
Jim Streff
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(773) 389-2807
264 Total Sales
1 in River Grove
$100,000 Price
Leticia Jimenez
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(844) 943-0683
86 Total Sales
1 in River Grove
$283,000 Price
June Kim
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
(224) 479-1566
129 Total Sales
1 in River Grove
$450,000 Price