About Plainfield's Carillon

One of the largest active adult communities in Illinois is located in the far southwestern Chicago suburb of Plainfield. Carillon by Cambridge Homes began in 1989 and completed construction in 2001 with nearly 2,100 homes for residents age 55 and better. This gated active adult community is extremely popular thanks to its fantastic collection of amenities including world-class golf, sprawling clubhouse and vibrant lifestyle.

Carillon Plainfield is one of six Chicagoland active adult communities by Cambridge Homes. As the first active adult community in the Chicago area, Carillon in Plainfield is a resort-style gated community offering a wide variety of homes including condominiums, townhomes, coach homes and single family ranch homes. Pricing for the resale homes of Carillon Plainfield is very reasonable starting from the low $100’s and going up through the $300’s.

The amenities of this elegant IL active adult community are centered around the recently updated Club Carillon. This phenomenal facility boasts 32,000 square foot of amenities geared towards living a healthy and exciting active adult lifestyle. There is a state-of-the-art fitness center with aerobics center and dance studio plus a sparkling indoor swimming pool and spa. A grand ballroom with dance floor makes the perfect setting for larger community parties and special holiday events. There is also a billiards hall, library, card room and several other rooms for crafts such as ceramics and woodworking. Outdoor amenities include sports courts for bocce ball, tennis, horseshoes and shuffleboard. There are two outdoor swimming pools, one especially for grand-kids. Miles of biking and walking trails meander throughout the community passing by scenic ponds and golf course views. A full-time Lifestyle Director is on-hand to ensure residents enjoy a wealth of options for recreation and socialization. Every month the Talk of the Town newsletter keeps residents up-to-date on the fun community happenings.

Golf enthusiasts in particular appreciate the 27-hole public course located right within Carillon Plainfield. The Links at Carillon was designed by Greg Martin and features five different sets of tees making play enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels. There is a full-service pro shop plus a full-service restaurant where residents can enjoy lunch and dinner overlooking the golf course.

Home shoppers will surely find the perfect home at Carillon in Plainfield. With numerous designs to choose from and pricing from the low $100’s, there is something for everyone at this popular active adult community. There are a total of 39 different floor plans that were built at Carillon Plainfield including single family ranch style homes, townhomes, coach homes and condominiums.

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As the very first active adult community in the greater Chicagoland area, Carillon in Plainfield, IL is still as popular as ever. This gated IL 55+ community started in 1989 and is now an exciting community of almost 2,100 homes. There are numerous different floor plans to choose from among the resale homes in Carillon. Home styles include condos, coach homes, townhomes and single family ranch homes. Prices are very reasonable beginning in the low $100’s.

Carillon homeowners enjoy a wonderful selection of amenities highlighted by the recently renovated community clubhouse, Club Carillon. This amazing facility is 32,000 square feet and features an indoor pool & spa, fitness center, aerobics & dance studio, ballroom, card & game room, billiards hall, library and several hobby rooms for ceramics, arts, crafts and woodworking. Just outside Club Carillon, residents of this amazing active adult IL community will find bocce ball & tennis courts, horseshoes, shuffleboard, two outdoor swimming pools, miles of walking paths and several scenic ponds including one stocked with fish for recreational fishing. Golfers will appreciate the 27-hole public golf course that winds beautifully throughout the neighborhood. The Links at Carillon also features a fully stocked pro shop and a full-service restaurant.

The lifestyle director at Carillon ensures residents have a wealth of opportunities to keep busy. Every month the Talk of the Town newsletter spreads the word about all the exciting community events and activities scheduled for residents to participate in. Some of the special clubs residents enjoy at this IL 55+ community include painting, singles, travel, golf, fishing, bocce ball, crafters, ceramics, bridge and poker just to name a few.

With a great location, fantastic amenities and homes available at a great value, it’s easy to see why this IL active adult community has held its popularity throughout the years.

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If you are considering a move to Carillon in Plainfield, Illinois, there are 68 real estate listings (as of 03/24/09), ranging in price from $122,900 to $318,000. Visit Plainfield real estate site and view all real estate listings in Plainfield, Illinois including homes for sale in Carillon. Plainfield Illinois Real Estate offers single family homes, townhomes and condominiums for home buyers at various price points.

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