Community Guide
Maple Park, Illinois
A small, peaceful village at the Kane-DeKalb county border with top-rated Kaneland schools and authentic rural character.
1,400+
Population
$300K
Median Home Price
35
Avg. Days on Market
A
School Ratings
About Maple Park
Living in Maple Park, Illinois
History
Maple Park was established in the 1870s along the Chicago & North Western Railway. The village takes its name from the maple trees that lined the original town square. A quiet farming community for most of its history, Maple Park has maintained its intimate village atmosphere while benefiting from the excellent Kaneland school district.
Location & Commute
Maple Park sits at the border of Kane and DeKalb Counties, approximately 52 miles west of downtown Chicago. Route 38 provides primary access, with I-88 reachable via nearby interchanges. The village’s western Kane County location offers a genuinely rural setting.
Real Estate Market
Maple Park’s real estate market features affordable homes on larger lots. The median home price is around $300,000 with homes averaging 35 days on market. Properties include village homes, country houses, and rural acreage — all served by the highly rated Kaneland district.
Schools
Maple Park is served by Kaneland CUSD 302, one of the top-rated districts in the region. Students attend modern facilities with strong academics, athletics, and fine arts programs.
Parks & Recreation
Village parks provide community gathering spaces, and the surrounding countryside offers scenic country roads and natural areas. Nearby forest preserves provide additional hiking and nature exploration.
Why Families Choose Maple Park
Maple Park offers the rare combination of small-village authenticity and top-tier Kaneland schools. Affordable homes, generous lot sizes, rural beauty, and a close-knit community make it a hidden gem in western Kane County.
At a Glance
County: Kane & DeKalb Counties
ZIP Code: 60151
Population: 1,400+
Median Home Price: ~$300,000
Avg. Days on Market: 35 days
School District: Kaneland CUSD 302
Distance to Chicago: ~52 miles
Commute Time: ~65 min
Popular Neighborhoods
• Maple Park village center
• Rural farmsteads
• Kaneland area estates
Maple Park Schools
• Kaneland High School
• Kaneland Harter Middle School
• Kaneland John Shields Elementary
Homes for Sale
Maple Park Real Estate
Why Move to Maple Park?
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Top-Rated Schools
Kaneland CUSD 302 — one of the region’s top districts — serves Maple Park with excellent academics and a supportive school community.
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Parks & Recreation
Village parks, scenic countryside, and nearby forest preserves provide a peaceful, nature-rich lifestyle for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Growing Market
With a median price around $300K and top-rated Kaneland schools, Maple Park is a hidden gem offering exceptional value in western Kane County.
Maple Park Local Resources
Everything you need to get settled in Maple Park — from setting up utilities to connecting with local government and community services.
⚡ Utilities
| Electric | ComEd · 800-334-7661 |
| Natural Gas | Nicor Gas · 888-642-6748 |
| Water & Sewer | Village of Maple Park · 815-827-3309 |
| Sewer/Sanitary | Village of Maple Park |
| Trash & Recycling | Village-contracted |
| Internet & Cable | Comcast/Xfinity · AT&T |
🏛️ Government & Community
| Village of Maple Park | villageofmaplepark.org · 815-827-3309 |
| Kane County | countyofkane.org |
| School District | Kaneland CUSD 302 |
| Public Library | Town and Country Public Library |
| Parks & Recreation | Maple Park Village |
| Kane County Forest Preserve | kaneforest.com |
Where to Eat & What to Do
Discover the best local dining and activities that make Maple Park a great place to live.
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