Carpentersville is in Kane county, miles N of Elgin, Illinois (center to center) and 36 miles NW of Chicago. The village is conveniently located inside the Chicago metropolitan area.
Located near Carpentersville, is the "The Centre of Elgin", a 185,000- square-foot center that offers health and fitness areas, three pools, full size basketball courts, racquetball courts, and a wealth of community rooms targeted for all ages. Wintertime continues to bring families to downtown Elgin as they enjoy the $400,000 refrigerated and beautifully lit outdoor ice skating rink situated behind City Hall.
Golf in the region is definitely up to par! Those searching for the challenge of that hole-in-one can try it at the popular 18-hole Spartan Meadows on Elgin's west side. Both public and private courses are available at several local courses. Players find all levels of play, beautiful landscaping, good dining and relaxation at all courses.
Considered by many as the premier bike trail in the Chicago land area, the 36-mile paved Fox River Trail links the local towns. Offering open space, parks, natural areas and environmental beauty, the trail is considered by many as the backbone of the Fox River Trail biking system, it branches off on auxiliary paths.
It's recreation all year long at Villa Olivia Country Club as skiers take to the slopes of man-made snow long before the flakes fall. Acres of Cook and Kane forest preserves offer canoeing, fishing and equestrian trails.
As a growing family community, Carpentersville is committed to building upon its attractive neighborhood park system. Riverfront parks along the Fox River provide an outlet for fishing and canoeing enthusiasts, as well as for community-wide events.
Carpentersville is a place with a strong sense of history and tradition, but thanks to revitalization, is definitely a place of the future! Come and check it out!
Housing Cost
Carpentersville offers many different lifestyles and budgets, the city takes pride in its housing diversity. From 19th-Century Victorian mansions in named historic districts, to modest and executive-style single family homes, the choice is unending as residential areas continue to expand. Small to luxury condominiums and town homes are available at reasonable prices. Clubhouses, swimming pools, natural wetlands and tennis courts are amenities at some multi-family complexes. High-quality 2,500-square-foot homes on large lots are often priced from the low $200's, and executive subdivisions adjacent to golf courses begin in the $300's. There exists a wide range of executive living opportunities ranging from $250,000 to $800,000.
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2006: 37,397. Carpentersville covers 7.45 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 800 feet above sea level.
Weather
Carpentersville, IL climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 20's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 83.00 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 10.90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 17 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Carpentersville is 37.22 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is August with an average rainfall of 4.43 Inches.
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