Spring Grove Real Estate
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Spring Grove Homes and Real Estate for Sale in Spring Grove County, Illinois
(View Spring Grove, Illinois homes for sale)Spring Grove, Illinois: Located within the beautiful surroundings of Northern Illinois and divided by the gentle flowing Nippersink Creek, Spring Grove is one of the fastest growing towns in McHenry County. Spring Grove was primarily established as an agricultural community in the 1840s. In fact, the first silo constructed in North America was built in the 1800’s on a small farm located in Spring Grove. A memorial marker stands today at Lyle Thomas Park to pay tribute to this historical site. The Village’s current population is 4,978. Years of careful planning have rewarded the Village with an increase in both commercial and light industrial development. Increased residential developments have provided the Village with a high quality selection of housing. Spring Grove is proud to be the home of the Annual Fourth of July Celebration and Illinois Storytelling Festival. The Annual Fourth of July Celebration kicks off at Noon with a parade and ends with a fireworks display in the evening. People attend both events from surrounding communities and states. Spring Grove, Illinois is also home to the worlds largest corn maze, which is enjoyed by thousands during the fall season.
Transportation
Roadways
Spring Grove is located approximately 60 miles northwest of Chicago. Interstate 90, a central link to both the state and federal interstate system, is located close by the southwest corner of McHenry County. Illinois Route 31 offers direct access to communities to the south of Spring Grove. Both Illinois Route 173 and U.S. Route 12 provide dependable access to the north, east, and west of the
village of Spring Grove.
Airports
O’Hare airport is located 40 miles from Spring Grove, Illinois
Midway airport is located 60 miles from Spring Grove, Illinois
Mitchell International airport is located 50 miles from Spring Grove, Illinois
Railroads
Metra commuter service provides convent transportation to Chicago and surrounding suburbs and is available in neighboring Fox Lake, Antioch and McHenry.
Elementary Schools:
- Lotus School Phone: (847) 973-4100 Level: PK-5
29067 W Grass Lake, Spring Grove, IL 60081 - Spring Grove Elementary School Phone: (815) 675-2342 Level: K-5
PO Box 790, Spring Grove, IL 60081
