Plainfield

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Plainfield, IL

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Enjoy suburban tranquility with easy access to Chicago

Suburban Family-Friendly Upscale Scenic Welcoming Active Peaceful Growing Riverside Lush

Situated about 35 miles southwest of Chicago, Plainfield is a growing suburb filled with picturesque residences, ample green space, and a walkable downtown. Plainfield offers residents access to suburban conveniences, urban amenities, and a small-town atmosphere. Quaint shops, fine restaurants, and local businesses housed in historic buildings line the pedestrian-friendly downtown area in Plainfield, where the community often gathers. A host of parks, forest preserves, and athletic fields offer a variety of recreational activities in Plainfield, including the popular Settlers Park and Lake Renwick Preserve. Shopping opportunities abound at the nearby Louis Joliet Mall, Fox Valley Mall, and Chicago Premium Outlets. Convenient access to I-55 allows for easy commutes to Chicago from the peaceful Plainfield as well.

Rent Trends

As of September 2025, the average apartment rent in Plainfield, IL is $1,756 for a studio, $1,885 for one bedroom, $2,260 for two bedrooms, and $2,873 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Plainfield has increased by 2.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,885/month
621 Sq Ft
House
$3,159/month
2,021 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,384/month
1,335 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Plainfield, IL

Transportation

36

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

43

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Walkers Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

626 Students

Freedom Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

548 Students

Lincoln Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

532 Students

Elizabeth Eichelberger Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

555 Students

Ridge Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

501 Students

Heritage Grove Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

866 Students

John F Kennedy Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

906 Students

Drauden Point Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

688 Students

Indian Trail Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

593 Students

Troy Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

912 Students

Plainfield North High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,377 Students

Plainfield East High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,961 Students

Plainfield South High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,411 Students

Plainfield Central High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,986 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Lake Renwick Preserve - Copley Nature Park
  • Lake Renwick Preserve - Turtle Lake
  • Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve
  • Rock Run Greenway - Theodore Marsh
  • Rock Run Greenway - Paul V. Nichols Access

Airports

  • Chicago Midway International
  • Chicago O'Hare International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.