Huntley, IL

Del Webb is known world-wide for offering high-end amenities and a vibrant social lifestyle. Sun City Huntley by Del Webb is located in a non-traditional retirement location yet still offers resort-style amenities and the famous Del Webb lifestyle. Residents choose this Huntley, Illinois location to stay close to their Midwest family and friends. Although Illinois sees its fair share of cold weather and snow, there is plenty to do inside the two community amenity centers to keep residents warm and toasty all winter long.

The residents of Sun City Huntley come together at the 94,000 square foot Prairie Lodge. Here residents enjoy an impressive line-up of amenities to encourage a physically fit and socially active lifestyle. The Prairie Lodge features a state-of-the-art fitness center with a fantastic indoor walking track. On a cold snowy day residents appreciate having a nice warm indoor track for a morning run or an afternoon stroll with friends. There is also a 20-person indoor spa and a gorgeous indoor swimming pool complete with impressive water features.

Hobby and craft enthusiasts can stay busy in the numerous rooms dedicated to activities such as sewing, ceramics, cards, arts, crafts and more. There is an on-site kiln and residents enjoy regular club meetings and classes where they can perfect their favorite pastimes or take up a new hobby. There is also a relaxing library, a business center, computer room and plenty of social spaces to relax with friends at the lodge. A grand ballroom at Sun City Huntley plays host to movie showings, theater performances, dinner parties, dances and more.

In addition to the impressive Prairie Lodge there is also a second lodge, The Meadow View Lodge. This newer facility with 20,000 square feet offers a second fitness center, aerobics and dance studios plus multi-purpose meeting rooms. Another unique feature at Sun City Huntley is the 4,800 square feet Millgrove Woodworking shop. This fully equipped facility is the perfect place to escape the Illinois cold. Residents with like interests get together here to socialize, craft special projects and learn from each other. There is also a model train room here as well.

It’s easy to spend an entire day enjoying the indoor amenities at Sun City Huntley and then cap it off with a fantastic dinner at Jameson’s Charhouse. Jameson’s offers wonderful dining for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Enjoy a romantic dinner overlooking the snow-covered golf course or a more casual atmosphere in the sports pub and bar. It’s the perfect way to end an exciting day!

As spring draws near the Del Webb residents start looking forward to getting back outdoors to enjoy the tennis and bocce ball courts, the 18-hole golf course, miles of trails and acres of park space. Many residents even brave the cold to take in the quiet beauty of a brisk walk through the community on a chilly winter day. It’s easy to keep busy all year round with over 80 different special interest clubs meeting on a regular basis. Residents come together to share similar interests, meet new people and make new friends.

Sun City Huntley opened in 1998 and today interested homebuyers can choose from resale homes or a limited supply of new construction homes. Prices are very attractive starting from the low $100’s and going up to the high $500’s. There is plenty to choose from including traditional single-family ranch style homes, attached ranch townhomes, villas and condominiums. Over the years there have been nearly 60 different floor plans built within this popular Illinois active adult community. The Del Webb floor plans are all ideal for active adult living with open floor plan concepts, ample storage space, relaxing master suites and wonderful kitchens. Set on 2,300 acres, this 55+ community is the largest such community in the entire Midwest. Upon completion later this year, Sun City Huntley will have 5,489 homes.

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Sun City Huntley by Del Webb offers the ultimate in active adult living in the heart of the Midwest. Located in the town of Huntley, Illinois, this 55+ masterpiece offers world-class amenities and a lifestyle rarely matched by any other Illinois active adult community. Del Webb opened Sun City Huntley in 1998 and today the community is nearly sold out of new construction homes. Only a handful of homes are available to purchase brand new, yet there are plenty of options to choose a well-cared for resale home.

With nearly 5,500 homes, all of which offer single-story living, there is something for everyone at Sun City Huntley. Home designs include the traditional single-family ranch homes, attached townhomes and condominiums. Prices range from the low $100’s to the high $500’s. Over the years Del Webb offered nearly 60 different floor plans including 34 unique single-family ranch style homes ranging from 1,130 to over 3,000 square feet. It’s easy to find the perfect floor plan to suit any needs in this magnificent active adult community. Those in search of maintenance-free living will appreciate the ranch townhomes which include lawn care, snow removal and all exterior maintenance as part of the monthly association fee. The townhomes range in size from 1,014 to 1,599 square feet. Another unique option is the Arcadia Condominium building. This four-story complex is the only condominium building in Sun City Huntley and offers five different floor plans as well as elevator access and underground parking.

The long list of luxury amenities at Del Webb Huntley is highlighted by the amazing Prairie Lodge boasting 94,000 square feet of recreation space. This phenomenal facility features a state-of-the-art fitness center, an indoor walking track, indoor swimming pool and spa, numerous rooms dedicated to arts, crafts, hobbies and games, an aerobics room, business center, computer stations, library and more. The grand ballroom plays host to events such as parties, theater performances, dances, seminars and movie nights. There is also an on-site restaurant offering a full menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner overlooking the 18-hole Whisper Creek Golf Course.

Golfers will love the beautifully maintained Whisper Creek Golf Course designed by Billy Casper and Greg Nash. Water challenges players on over half of the holes while lovely landscaping enhances the natural beauty of this popular golf course. Residents enjoy discounted fees and can sign up for annual membership programs. Other outdoor amenities include a resort-style swimming pool, miles of trails for walking or biking, sports courts for tennis and bocce ball, Wildflower Park with several hundred acres to discover, a 19-acre fishing lake, volleyball courts, horseshoes and a softball field too. A couple other community highlights to mention are the Millgrove Woodworking Shop offering nearly 5,000 square feet dedicated to woodworking as well as model trains plus the secondary community amenity center known as Meadow View Lodge. This facility features another fitness center, aerobics studios, meeting rooms plus an outdoor swimming pool.

Residents of this exciting Illinois active adult community enjoy a lifestyle unlike any other. There are over 80 different clubs and special interest groups and countless activities every single day. A full-time activities coordinator insures there is always something exciting on the social calendar. The long list of activities and events is highlighted in a monthly community magazine.

While residents can spend nearly every day enjoying the amenities right within the community, the surrounding areas also offer a wealth of opportunities. Downtown Chicago is approximately 45 miles from the community, the popular Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg is a quick drive away and everyday conveniences are located right across the street from the community.

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Del Webb’s original Midwestern active adult community opened over 10 years ago and today is nearly sold out of new construction homes. Anyone wanting a brand new home at Sun City Huntley should act fast as there are less than 30 new construction homes available. Since opening in 1998, Sun City Huntley has proven to be one of the most sought after active adult communities in Illinois. The community was planned for 5,489 homes upon completion and today that number is almost a reality.

As a resort-style community for adults age 55 and better, Sun City Huntley offers something for everyone. There is a fabulous package of amenities, the famous Del Webb lifestyle, an ideal suburban Chicago location and affordable homes in nearly every price range. There is also an 18-hole golf course, an on-site restaurant, over 80 special interest clubs and over 40 different floor plans to choose from among the new and resale homes available. It’s easy to see why this Del Webb masterpiece is such a popular retirement destination among active adults from all over the country.

The main feature of Sun City Huntley is the 94,000 square foot Prairie Lodge. This hub of activity is home to a fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, hobby, craft and game rooms, a computer center, a library, social gathering spaces, a grand ballroom, dance and aerobic rooms plus much more. There is also an on-site restaurant within the lodge plus the golf pro-shop as well. A secondary lodge known as the MeadowView Lodge is home to another fitness center and outdoor swimming pool. Other features throughout the community include a woodworking shop, softball field, bocce ball courts, tennis center, miles of walking trails, community parks, soaring fountains, lush landscaping and more. Residents enjoy meeting new people and making new friends in this welcoming Illinois active adult community.

Today interested buyers can choose from a wide variety of resale homes priced from the low $100’s to the high $500’s. Since opening in 1998 there have been well over 40 different floor plans built including traditional single-family ranch homes, attach ranch, villas and condominiums. A very limited number of new construction ranch homes are available today. All of the homes feature one-story living and attractive features for active adult homebuyers. There are also options for low-maintenance living which is a popular choice for residents who want to spend as much time as possible enjoying the fantastic community amenities and the extensive line-up of social events.

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Since grand opening in 1998, Del Webb’s Sun City Huntley has won numerous awards and become the premiere active adult community in the entire Midwest. Today nearly 5,500 homes are almost completed with a limited number of new construction homes still available. Over the 10+ years the community has been under construction, there have been nearly 60 different floor plans built including single-family ranch homes, clubhomes, attached townhomes and condominiums too.

Among the resale options at Sun City Huntley, the single-family ranch homes are available in 34 different floor plans sized from 1,130 to over 3,000 square feet. A few of those are also available as new construction. All of the homes feature at least two bedrooms and two bathrooms with larger homes including a den or extra bedrooms. Del Webb designs homes with open concepts including spacious great rooms, gourmet kitchens, grand master suites and ample closet space. Some of the special features found in select homes include fireplaces, garden rooms, basements, extended garages and golf course views.  Owners of single-family homes are responsible for their own home maintenance including lawn care while owners of the townhomes enjoy maintenance free living.

The townhomes at Sun City Huntley have been built since 1999 and are only available on a resale basis. In total there are 13 different floor plans sized from just over 1,000 to nearly 1,600 square feet. The smaller townhomes feature one bedroom while the largest features two bedrooms plus a den.  Another option for maintenance free living is the unique condominium building. The Arcadia Condominiums offer convenient elevator access and underground parking in a four-story building. There are five different floor plans available on a resale basis.  

For the best of both worlds, the Clubhomes may be the perfect fit. The Clubhomes are detached, duplex style homes which are actually attached at the foundation. Above ground they appear as single-family homes, yet having attached foundations allows for these homes to be a great price value for buyers. Lawn care and exterior maintenance is the responsibility of the homeowner. Sizes range from nearly 1,200 to over 1,550 square feet.

With so many home styles to choose from it’s easy to find the perfect home at this popular Illinois active adult community. Prices are very attractive starting from the low $100’s and going up to the high $500’s. New construction homes are available in limited supply and include both the traditional single-family ranch homes and the unique Clubhomes.

Active adults flock to Sun City Huntley thanks to its reasonably priced homes, fabulous lifestyle, resort-style amenities and central location in the far western Chicago suburb of Huntley. With over 100,000 square feet of luxury amenities, hundreds of activities every month and a strong sense of community, it’s easy to feel right at home at this Del Webb masterpiece.

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