Hinsdale, Illinois is stunningly beautiful suburban community located 21 miles west of Chicago. This charming village with a population of 17,954 residents offers natural beauty, small hometown warmth, and close proximity to the high energy and rich cultural environment of the "Mile High City". Hinsdale is unique in that it is located in both Cook County and Dupage County. Hinsdale is nestled within Downers Grove Township, with the Cook County portion located in Lyons Township, and the very northern edge of town located in York Township. Hinsdale is bordered on the east by Western Springs, on the north by Oak Brook, the west by Westmont and Clarendon Hills, and the south by Burr Ridge.
Founded in 1873, Hinsdale is an executive community where residents take pride in where they live. Hollywood and Hallmark greeting cards have captured it on film. The gracious, quiet elegance of the rolling hills and tree lined streets combine with a spirit of old fashioned warmth and charm. In this picturesque village, residents share a common commitment to community, tradition and quality of life. This community has nationally recognized schools and outstanding local shopping with a thriving business district. Hinsdale is just minutes away from the Oakbrook shopping center.
Today, because of the dedication and hard work of Hinsdale's early residents and the continuous effort of the following generations, it can be said that the village has fulfilled all of the dreams of the original developers. Hinsdale enjoys a vibrant and self-supporting business community. When most cities and suburbs across the country look like every other one with the same national chain stores and restaurants, Hinsdale's family owned businesses provide complete personal services in a warm, caring, and professional manner. Hinsdale has easy access to major interstates and commuter trains for those working throughout the Greater Chicagoland area.
Considered by its residents as the jewel of the western suburbs, housing investments range from $250,000 to over $1,500,000. New construction, remodeling abound in the upper brackets. The village boasts 18 parks, 3 winter skating ponds, and a new village outdoor swimming pool, community center, up-to-date library, cultural arts center, renowned Hinsdale Hospital and nationally ranked schools.
