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Real Estate & Homes in Glen Ellyn - Illinois - Glen Ellyn, Illinois homes and communities Glen EllynGlen Ellyn HistoryLocated in DuPage County, the village of Glen Ellyn is a quiet community with almost no industry. Just 25 miles west of Chicago, the Windy City is easily accessible by bus, train or car; and Midway and O’Hare Airports are just 45 minutes away.Glen Ellyn was first settled in the 1830s by pioneers seeking land that they could call their own. The Glen Ellyn Historical Society preserves the city’s past at Stacy’s Tavern, which was built in 1846 as a stagecoach inn. The tavern now hosts a museum filled with local artifacts and exhibits. Plaques identify other buildings of historical interest throughout the village. ActivitiesGlen Ellyn has two golf courses, and 25 parks offer recreation centers, playgrounds, ball fields and picnic areas. The boathouse at Glen Ellyn Lake is used for public and private events, and the lake is the site of the annual Great Cardboard Boat Regatta. Other annual community events include the Pet Parade, Taste of Glen Ellyn and Festival of the Arts.Glen Ellyn offers several recreational opportunities. Golfers can ply their skills on the Village Links, which has both nine- and 18-hole courses, or at the Glen Oaks Country Club. The Glen Ellyn Park District has a network of facilities with more than 400 recreational programs. Soccer, softball, speed skating, football and baseball teams are also available to those interested in improving their athletic performance. The nearby College of DuPage Arts Center is a popular entertainment venue that features national and local performers. And the historic Central Business District is a convenient shopping area offering shops and restaurants. Glen Ellyn Fast FactsLocation: Glen Ellyn is located about 25 miles west of Chicago*Total area: 6.64 square miles *Population: 26,999 *Housing units: 10,515 Average annual rainfall: 37.94 inches Average temperatures: 75ºF in summer, 23ºF in winter *Information provided by 2000 Census SchoolsThere are 12 public schools in Glen Ellyn: seven elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools and one alternative school. Public and private schools are well-regarded, and student performance is consistently above average.HomesGlen Ellyn has single-family detached homes, condominiums and townhouses in a variety of styles and prices. Single-family homes are available in ranch, split-level and contemporary styles. Most homes are located on large lots with mature trees.Where is Glen Ellyn?
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