Arlington Heights, IL

Arlington Heights is a small town located in Cook County, Illinois. The population of Arlington Heights was 38,829 as of the 2010 census. Arlington Heights is home to many high-end real estate developments and boasts some of the most expensive homes in the Chicago area.

The history of Arlington Heights dates back to 1871 when the village was founded by George Pullman and his company, the Pullman Palace Car Company. The company built a factory in Arlington Heights and employed thousands of workers. In 1924, George Pullman's grandson, Robert D. Pullman, donated land for a public park that would be known as Robert D. Pullman Park. The park is now one of Arlington Heights' most popular attractions and features a pond, tennis courts, baseball fields, and playgrounds for children.

Today, Arlington Heights is home to many high-end real estate developments that cater to affluent residents and investors. Some of these developments include The Arlingtons at Fox Valley (a luxury condominium complex), Arbor Hills (a gated community), Willowbrook (an upscale subdivision), Westchester Commons (an apartment complex), Stonegate at Fox Valley (a luxury subdivision), Woodlands at Fox Valley (an upscale subdivision), Willowbrook Golf Club (a golf course), and more!

The average price per square foot for homes in Arlington Heights ranges from $235 to $1,085 per square foot; making it one of the most expensive areas in Chicago to live in! In addition to its high prices tags, Arlingtons at Fox Valley has been awarded five stars by Forbes magazine for its luxurious amenities such as an indoor pool with spa tubs and waterfall feature overlooking Lake Michigan; state-of-the-art fitness center with yoga studio; two restaurants: an Italian restaurant called Il Fornaio which offers panoramic views from its outdoor patio; and an American steakhouse called Ruth's Chris Steak House which overlooks Lake Michigan from its indoor dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the waterway!