Located approximately 17 miles from downtown Chicago in the heart of the northwest suburbs, the City of Des Plaines is home to almost 57,000 residents and several Fortune 500 companies. Residents enjoy low property taxes with a wide variety of city services.
Two golf courses, a driving range, a water park plus a full range of programs and activities are maintained by the Des Plaines Park District. "The Taste of Des Plaines" is an annual event featuring local entertainment and restaurants. A brand new state-of-the-art library opened in 2000, along with a new retail district. Downtown redevelopment and new economic growth offer bright prospects for the future of this community.