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Real Estate & Homes in Elburn - Illinois - Elburn, Illinois homes and communities ElburnElburn HistoryThe small town of Elburn is located about 55 miles west of Chicago near the Fox River. When Elburn was settled in the 1830s, it was known as Blackberry. This charming name carries over today, as Elburn has been named a "Tree City USA" by the National Arbor Day Foundation in honor of the community’s devotion to trees and forestry.Elburn was settled by William Lance, who arrived in 1835 with his family, a wagon and eight oxen. The original name of Blackberry was soon changed to Melbourne, but the C&NW Railroads decided that there were already too many Melbournes along its line. A committee was formed, and "Elbourne" was selected for the community’s new name. In 1886, the name was shortened to the present-day “Elburn.” Although the town is more than 150 years old, most of Elburn’s growth came in the 1990s, when new subdivisions were developed and the industrial park expanded. A new library, post office and fast food restaurants were built. Today, Elburn’s population is more than 2,750. ActivitiesElburn's rural location makes it a perfect spot for hunting, hiking, fishing and other outdoor activities.The village hosts a number of annual events, including the Christmas Stroll, the Golf Outing, and Day in the Park with Fireworks. Elburn Fast FactsLocation: Elburn is located about 55 miles west of Chicago*Total area: 2.73 square miles *Population: 2,756 *Housing units: 1,076 Average annual rainfall: 38.39 inches Average temperatures: 72ºF in summer, 20ºF in winter *Information provided by 2000 Census SchoolsThere is only one public school in Elburn: Kaneland North Elementary School. Older students attend classes in neighboring communities.HomesReal estate is affordable in Elburn, but townhouses and condominiums are few and far between. However, single-family homes are plentiful in neighborhoods such as Blackberry Creek, Cambridge West, Campton Woods, Eaglebrook, Fields of Geneva, Fox Run, Mill Creek, Oak Openings, Prairie Valley, Sunset Prairie, Williams Ridge and Woods of Geneva.Land and lots for custom building are also available, as are a few farm/ranch properties. Where is Elburn?
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