Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Buffalo Grove, IL
$469,000Median listing price
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About Buffalo Grove
Buffalo Grove (~43,000 residents, mostly in Lake County with a Cook County portion) is a large suburb with a small-town-feel village center. The downtown area around Buffalo Grove Road features the Village Green, farmers market, and community events; the Town Center area adds shopping and dining.
Home prices in Buffalo Grove
The median listing price in Buffalo Grove is $469,000.
Top places in Buffalo Grove
- Village Green / downtown Buffalo Grove
- Buffalo Grove Town Center
- Mike Rylko Community Park
- Willow Stream Park
- Buffalo Creek Forest Preserve
- Raupp Museum
- Arboretum Golf Club area
Commuting from Buffalo Grove
- Metra North Central Service (NCS); Buffalo Grove station (Prairie View area) in town to Chicago Union Station. Limited weekday-only service — verify schedule.
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago (the Loop): ~35–50 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, ~30 miles).
Buffalo Grove FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Buffalo Grove, IL?
The median listing price in Buffalo Grove is $469,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Buffalo Grove, IL?
Metra North Central Service (NCS); Buffalo Grove station (Prairie View area) in town to Chicago Union Station. Limited weekday-only service — verify schedule.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.