PLAINFIELD AT A GLANCE…

Located just 40 minutes South of the Chicago Loop, Plainfield is bordered by I-55 with two access points, allowing easy access to beautiful downtown Chicago. Plainfield residential areas offer a wonderful mix of historic homes as well as new construction. Plainfield is Will County’s oldest community and has a rich and vibrant history.

BUSINESS

Historic downtown Plainfield features a corridor of pedestrian focused shops, cafes, and other businesses. Whether you want a casual cup of coffee, fine dining or a stroll to the ice cream parlor, there is definitely something for everyone. The downtown area hosts fun events year round. You can enjoy parades, Cruise Nights, 5k runs, beautiful holiday lights, and more. In addition, the Louis Joliet Mall borders the north side of the town. Here you can find a traditional indoor shopping center, as well as many large retailers such as furniture stores, electronics, sporting goods, and more.

FUN THINGS TO DO IN PLAINFIELD

There is plenty to see and do in Plainfield. Various parks and green spaces are located throughout the village, including the 20+ acre Settlers Park, which features History Walk and Story Walk trails, a playground, pond, picnic shelters and plenty of wide open space. In addition, residents can visit the Lake Renwick Heron Rookery preserve. This unique experience features viewing scopes and guided tours. Residents can join the YMCA which hosts many activities and events or visit the nearby Springbank Aquatic Center for summer fun.

TRANSPORTATION

Plainfield is situated 40 miles southwest of Chicago’s bustling downtown. Conveniently bordering Interstate 55 with multiple access points. The Metra station is a 20 minute drive, if you prefer to commute downtown by train.

HEALTHCARE

Just east of the Whisper Glen community, residents have convenient access to St. Joseph’s hospital, which provides immediate care services, laboratory, x-ray and digital testing. There are many urgent care facilities, general practitioners and specialists throughout the town, as well.

SCHOOLS

Residents of Whisper Glen are part of Plainfield Consolidated School District 202. Your children can attend Thomas Jefferson Elementary School through 5th grade. 6th, 7th and 8th graders attend Aux Sable Middle School.

Whisper Glen students will attend the highly-regarded Plainfield South High school. One of four high schools in the community, this mid-sized school serves residents on the south west side of town.