Arlington Heights was founded in 1936 by Asa Dunton, a Yankee stonecutter. Originally named the town of Dunton after founder Asa Dunton who settled in 1936, Arlington Heights was renamed to its current title in 1855. When railroad tracks were built through the town�s center, business quickly began to develop into a fully-functional and well populated town.
The population in Arlington Heights is currently 76,943 people. It is the largest community in the Chicago northwest suburban area. It has become a sought-after residential and business community and maintains that pride today.
Arlington Heights has grown into a strong community, preserving its small town appeal and including a variety of amenities for everyone to enjoy. Arlington Heights Park District offers several park locations with beautiful scenery and an array of activities from an arboretum, a teen center, athletic courts and fields, playgrounds, gardens, pools, golf clubs, gymnasiums, classes and lessons.
The teen center located on Belmont Avenue is a perfect place for teenagers to complete homework, develop new skills, and make new friends. The Arlington Heights Senior Center is a perfect place to spend your retirement offers numerous programs, clubs, and trips and has something for everyone!
The town is proud of its unique programs and services such as a splendid library, a Community Concert Band, a Historical Museum with programs for families and individuals of all ages, an Athletic Association for active residents, a race course, Performing Arts Centre, and a Theater conveniently located in the Town Square.
Arlington Heights is serviced by 6 public elementary school districts, High School District 214, and Harper Community College for quality education.
Pick a nearby eatery from nearly 200 restaurants, offering dining of all cultures and price ranges including national chain restaurants, fine dining, cafes, pubs, bakeries, and pizzerias.
Amenities are conveniently located, offering shopping for a variety of price ranges, including chain and local retailers, specialty stores, boutiques, and rare shops.
Homes in Arlington Heights include condos, townhomes to million dollar homes with an ideal blend of price values and square footage. The areas are beautifully landscaped and conveniently located near amenities while preserving a quiet, residential atmosphere.
Arlington Heights subdivisions are:
Arlingdale, Arlington Acres, Arlington Countryside, Arlington Court, Arlington Farms, Arlington Gardens, Arlington Greens, Arlington Highlands, Arlington Knolls, Arlington Manor, Arlington Ridge, Arlington Terrace, Arlington Vista, Astoria Place, Berkley Square, Carriage Walk, Catino Estates, Cedar Glen, Cedarbrook, Chatelaine, Courts of Russetwood, Creekside, Eastwood, Enclave, Frenchmans Cove, Georgetown Manor, Green Meadows, Greenbrier, Greenview Estates, Greenville Estates, Hasbrook, Heritage Park, Hickory Meadows, Howards Way, Ivy Hill, Ivy Hill East, Lake Briarwood, Laudymont Terrace, Meadows of Arlington, Northgate, Northwest Highlands, Oaksbury on the Park, Park Manor, Pinegate, Pioneer Park, Ridge Park, Riviera, Scarsdale, Scarsdale Estates, Sherwood, Stoltzner, Stonegate, Sugarbrook, Surrey Ridge West, Terramere, Tiburon, Virginia Terrace, Westgate, and Windsor Heights.
If you are looking for a home in Arlington Heights, Illinois or are looking to relocate to the area, including surrounding communities, please contact me and I would be honored to help you.
