About Elgin's Edgewater By Del Webb

Edgewater by Del Webb in Elgin, Illinois is one of Del Webb’s most successful Midwestern active adult communities. The ideal location is perfect for active adults still in the workforce yet is also ideal for enjoying a relaxing lifestyle. Edgewater opened in 2005 and is planned to have 1,040 single family ranch homes upon completion.

The town of Elgin is about 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago. Edgewater is only a mile from the popular Randall Road corridor where residents will find everyday conveniences, shopping, dining, entertainment and more. The popular towns of St. Charles, Geneva and Algonquin are all just a short drive from home and the METRA train station is just 5 minutes away. Downtown Chicago is an easy train ride away thanks to the convenient METRA system.

As an age-restricted community, residents of Edgewater must be age 55 or better. From the moment you drive through the impressive community gates surrounded by lush landscaping and soaring fountains you’ll feel a wonderful sense of luxury. Winding streets bring residents to the fabulous Creekside Lodge with 23,000 square feet of fun. The lodge at this popular Illinois active adult community features a state-of-the-art fitness center, aerobics and dance studio, an indoor swimming pool, a large ballroom, arts and crafts studio, billiards, library and computer stations. Outdoors there is another swimming pool, tennis and bocce ball courts, trails for walking or biking as well as charming neighborhood parks.

To ensure residents enjoy the famous Del Webb lifestyle there is a full-time activities director on-staff planning a packed social calendar every single month. There are numerous special interest clubs meeting on a regular basis as well as unique social gatherings, daytrips, holiday parties, seminars, classes and more. Residents plan their social and activity calendar with the help of the community’s monthly magazine which offers a detailed listing of all upcoming resident activities.

The homes at Edgewater Del Webb are available as new construction or resale. There are 15 ranch floor plans to choose from sized from just under 1,200 to over 3,100 square feet. All of the homes offers spacious first floor living with open concept designs including gourmet kitchens, grand great rooms, relaxing master suites and spa-like master baths. Prices range from the high $100’s to the mid $400’s.

Overall, Edgewater is a fabulous 55+ community for Illinois active adults in search of luxury amenities and finely crafted homes. The exciting lifestyle, ideal location and attractive pricing are also big reasons this community has become so popular since grand opening just a few years ago.

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Edgewater by Del Webb is a popular Illinois retirement destination for adults age 55 and better. This active adult community is also ideally located for those still in the workforce with a convenient location just minutes from major expressways and the popular Chicago Metra train system serving downtown Chicago and surrounding suburbs.

Since opening in 2005, Edgewater Del Webb has become one of the most sought after 55+ communities in Illinois. Situated on the desirable Randall Road Corridor on the west side of Elgin, Edgewater is perfectly located to everyday conveniences, fantastic shopping, dining, entertainment, outdoor recreation and more. This gated community offers a wonderful collection of amenities and the popular Del Webb lifestyle plus attractively priced homes from the high $100’s.

The homes at Edgewater are available in 15 single-family ranch floor plans ranging in size from just under 1,200 to over 3,100 square feet. The award-winning Del Webb home designs feature open living with spacious great rooms, relaxing master suites, wonderful kitchens and plenty of closet space. Interested buyers can choose from new construction or resale homes priced from the high $100’s to the mid $400’s. Edgewater is planned to have 1,040 homes upon completion.

Amenities at this popular Illinois active adult community are centered around the gorgeous Creekside Lodge. This fabulous facility features 23,000 square feet of fun! There is a beautiful reception area and lounge space with a stunning double-sided fireplace and large windows overlooking the sparkling outdoor swimming pool. Highlights of the Creekside Lodge include a state-of-the-art fitness center with the latest cardio and weight training equipment, aerobics studio, indoor lap pool with spa, grand ballroom, billiards, arts & crafts studio, library with computers and even a convenient catering kitchen. There are also miles of walking trails, tennis and bocce ball courts plus lovely neighborhood parks throughout the community.

Residents at Edgewater easily get to know each other thanks to the efforts of the community’s full-time Lifestyle Director. There are several dozen resident clubs meeting on a regular basis catering to a wide variety of interests. Some of the popular special interest clubs include the travel club, golf, books, cooking, cards, games and more. Throughout the year there are numerous special events such as holiday parties, daytrips, classes, potlucks, seminars and much more.

Aside from the wide variety of amenities to explore within the community, Elgin and the surrounding suburbs offer countless shops, restaurants, parks and more. The popular towns of St. Charles and Geneva are just minutes from Edgewater with charming downtown areas, unique boutique shops and fantastic neighborhood restaurants. There is always something new to discover just minutes from home.

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Although Illinois is not typically considered a retirement destination, there are numerous award-winning active adult communities throughout the Land of Lincoln. Edgewater by Del Webb is one such community for adults age 55 and better. Here residents enjoy the famous Del Webb lifestyle, world-class amenities and attractive homes at reasonable prices from the high $100’s.

Edgewater Del Webb is located in the far southwestern Chicago suburb of Elgin. As one of the larger towns in Illinois, Elgin offers a wide variety of everyday conveniences, great shopping and dining, outdoor recreation and more, all just minutes from home. The popular Randall Road Corridor is just one mile from Edgewater with big box retail stores, movie theater, grocery stores, restaurants and more. The brand new Sherman Hospital was just built in Elgin and boasts world-class healthcare facilities within minutes of Edgewater. Transportation to downtown Chicago is a breeze thanks to two nearby METRA train stations.

Del Webb opened the community in 2005 and has plans to built approximately 1,040 ranch-style homes within the community gates. Today buyers can choose from either new construction or resale homes attractively priced from the high $100’s to the mid $400’s. There are 15 single family ranch floor plans to choose from sized from just under 1,200 square feet to over 3,100 square feet, many of which offer optional basements. The ranch styles have been specially designed by Del Webb to support an active lifestyle complete with spacious great rooms, open kitchens and gracious master suites.

The amenities of this popular Illinois active adult community are plentiful. Residents enjoy a beautiful lodge of 23,000 square feet full of world-class amenities. The Creekside Lodge features a state-of-the-art fitness center, aerobics studio, indoor lap pool and spa, large ballroom with catering kitchen, arts & crafts studio, library with computers and billiards area. A beautiful two-story stone fireplace graces the clubhouse lounge area complete with large windows overlooking the spacious outdoor patio, swimming pool and sundeck. It’s the perfect place to meet up with friends for coffee or to relax with a good book. Other outdoor amenities include bocce ball courts, tennis courts and miles of walking trails. The trails wander throughout the community and also connect to a larger regional trail system reaching numerous western Chicago suburbs.

Residents of this 55+ community appreciate the ideal location, beautiful landscaping and luxury amenities yet also appreciate the friendly neighborhood feel. There is always something to do thanks to the community’s full-time Lifestyle Director. Some of the popular special interest clubs cover hobbies such as cards and games, books, golf, crafts, travel and more. Throughout the year there are numerous special events, holiday parties, community gatherings, seminars and more to keep residents busy meeting new people and making new friends.

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Edgewater by Del Webb is a fantastic example of today’s ideal active adult community for retirees in search of a smaller-scale community with a grand collection of amenities and vibrant lifestyle. Del Webb opened Edgewater in 2005 and today the community is one of the most popular 55+ communities in Illinois. Located in Elgin, Illinois, Edgewater is conveniently situated to great shopping, everyday conveniences, outdoor recreation, dining and more. The community is just a short drive to major expressways offering easy travel to surrounding suburbs and downtown Chicago.

The Edgewater community is planned for 1,040 homes upon completion, all of which are single-family ranch style floor plans. Set on 440 acres, this gated community features beautiful entryway monumentation with sparkling water features and fountains. Del Webb offers 13 ranch floor plans to choose from ranging in size from just under 1,200 square feet to over 3,100 square feet. All of the homes have been specifically designed for the active adult homeowner and feature spacious great rooms, bright kitchens, relaxing master suites and upgraded interior touches. For extra space, basements are optional on 10 of the larger floor plans. Prices begin in the high $100’s.

The collection of amenities at Edgewater Del Webb begins within the 23,000 square foot clubhouse known as the Creekside Lodge. Residents and their guests are warmly welcomed in the grand lobby with a relaxing sunroom boasting a double-sided fireplace. It’s the ideal place to relax with a book or meet up with friends for coffee. The gorgeous Creekside Lodge features a state-of-the-art fitness center, an indoor lap pool and spa, studio for aerobics, yoga and pilates plus a grand ballroom ideal for holiday parties, group meetings and special social gatherings. There is also space for arts & crafts, a billiards room and a library with computer. Outdoors there are tennis and bocce ball courts, a resort-style swimming pool plus miles of paths for walking, biking or jogging. The paths within Edgewater conveniently connect to the extensive Kane County bike path regional trail system. Throughout the community there are various charming little community parks where residents stop for a quick chat with neighbors.

It’s easy to meet new people and make new friends at this popular IL active adult community. A full-time Lifestyle Director ensures the social calendar is full of exciting activities such as daytrips, holiday parties, special events, guest speakers and more. There are a variety of special interest clubs to participate in such as the cooking club, book club, travel group, singles club and more. With a vibrant lifestyle and fantastic collection of amenities, its’ easy to see why Edgewater has become such a popular retirement destination in Illinois.

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There are 4 wonderful Del Webb communities in Illinois including Del Webb’s Edgewater community in Elgin, Illinois. Edgewater opened in 2005 and will have just over 1,000 homes upon completion. Today shoppers can choose from a variety of floor plans, all of which are single-family ranch style homes priced from the high $100’s.

As one of the most popular active adult communities in Illinois, Edgewater offers 12 different ranch floor plans ranging in size from 1,197 to 2,833 square feet. The community has wonderful curb appeal thanks to included brick or stone designs on the front of the homes. Most of the floor plans have 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a 2-car garage. Some of the larger plans include a den in addition to the 2 bedrooms or have 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.

A popular floor plan at Edgewater by Del Webb is the Cascade at 2,015 square feet. The Cascade is a chef’s delight with an expansive eat-in kitchen including a larger center island and pantry. There is also a butler’s pantry area between the kitchen and formal dining room. The great room is looks out to the covered patio which would be made into an optional garden room. The master suite boasts a large walk-in closet and a relaxing master bath with a soaker tub and a separate shower. The Cascade is priced from $275,990.

Another highly desirable floor plan at this IL active adult community is the Montrose. With 1,547 square feet, the Montrose is one of the smaller floor plans at Edgewater yet is designed to feel much larger. The open design allows a nice flow from the kitchen and nook to the great room and outdoor patio. The guest suite is located near the front of the home while the master suite is positioned near the back of the home allowing everyone plenty of privacy. There is also a nice-sized den perfect for a home office or hobby room. The Montrose is priced from $226,990.

Both the Cascade and the Montrose floor plans include an impressive list of features. Del Webb homes have been thoughtfully designed for the active adult homeowner. A number of the homes at Edgewater are available to view as models at the community sales center.

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