Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Gilberts, IL
$499,000Median listing price
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About Gilberts
A village of about 8,400 in Kane County, Gilberts is a fast-growing outer suburb of 1990s–2010s subdivisions and townhome communities, with a small Old Town core near Higgins Road. It functions largely as a commuter bedroom community — affordable relative to the Fox Valley core, with new-construction inventory that draws first-time and move-up buyers.
Home prices in Gilberts
The median listing price in Gilberts is $499,000.
Top places in Gilberts
- Old Town Gilberts
- Town Center Park
- Higgins Road corridor
- Gilberts Park District facilities
- Nearby Elgin and Huntley amenities
Commuting from Gilberts
- No Metra station; the nearest is the Milwaukee District West Line in Elgin, about 10 minutes southeast. Driving downtown Chicago is roughly 45 miles via I-90; allow about 60–85 minutes depending on traffic (approximate).
Gilberts FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Gilberts, IL?
The median listing price in Gilberts is $499,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Gilberts, IL?
No Metra station; the nearest is the Milwaukee District West Line in Elgin, about 10 minutes southeast. Driving downtown Chicago is roughly 45 miles via I-90; allow about 60–85 minutes depending on traffic (approximate).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.