Buffalo Grove vs Long Grove
Two popular IL suburbs of Chicago, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.
Summary: Buffalo Grove leads in 4 of 6 metrics. It edges out on commute to chicago, median home price, annual property tax, walk score. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.
Character & vibe
Buffalo Grove
Adlai Stevenson HS is one of the top public schools in Illinois. Strong community, diverse, and practical. One of the best school values north of Evanston.
Long Grove
Lake County's most charming historic village with a covered bridge, apple orchards, chocolate shops, and wine tasting rooms. Buffalo Creek Preserve and Ryerson Conservation Area provide exceptional nature access. Stevenson HS District. Well-established acreage estate properties mixed with a walkable historic village center.
Who should pick which?
Pick Buffalo Grove if you...
- ·Want the shortest commute to Chicago
- ·Need to keep your home budget in check
- ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown
- ·Want lower annual property taxes
Pick Long Grove if you...
- ·Drawn to the historic character
Still deciding?
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