Long Grove, IL Reviews (2024)

Rating 4 out of 5

We visited friends here a few years ago. It was a very nice place to visit and seems like it would be a great place to live.

Rating 5 out of 5

I like the community environment, everyone is there for each other when they need it. This town looks especially beautiful during the holidays as the whole town is lit up. I appreciate the small and big festivals, I believe it is an opportunity to enjoy our community. There are four restaurants that vary in specialties and a lot of options for after-hour drinks.

Rating 5 out of 5

It’s a small (pop. 8000) city about a 40 minute drive from Chicago. It has minimal traffic and very accessible shopping and dining areas. It’s very safe and has a small-town charm to it that residents love. It bears a striking similarity to towns in Hallmark movies and has a historic and charming downtown area with local businesses to eat and shop at. It’s a quiet town and is great for people and families of all ages. Houses are spacious with large yards which are great for growing families. It is also known for its exemplary public schools with great funding and teachers.

• Current Resident
• Apr 21 2020

Rating 4 out of 5

I’d say this town is very normal, the things I love are down town long grove and the schools which are full of opportunities. My family moved for a larger house with more space and a good school, this area has both. We live a 5 minute drive away from down town long grove, which has three amazing fun festivals a year which include food and fun with your friends. Also the school district is really good, most/if not all of the students attend Stevenson High school, an amazing school full of great opportunities! I like this area overall, as you can see there are many upsides to living here. However it’s a small town, so I wouldn’t say the area is for everyone, and I’ve always loved the big cities.

• Current Resident
• Mar 6 2020

Rating 5 out of 5

Beautiful Town with Beautiful neighborhoods. Downtown there is a wonderful confectionary and the elementary school is the best in the area.

Rating 4 out of 5

Long Grove is a small (800 people) town located about 45 minuets away from Chicago. For the most part, Long Grove is a very affluent town, with massive houses scattered throughout the town. It is suburbia at it's finest. The schooling system is evident from the high taxes of Chicago and are one of the best public school systems in the country.

Rating 4 out of 5

Long Grove is a beautiful, small suburban area. The people are kind and the neighborhoods are safe and clean!

Rating 4 out of 5

Long Grove is a precious little suburb outside of Chicago. The down town area has been mostly conserved from what remained as of decades ago. This includes an old mill farm now turned into a bakery, a historic covered bridge, and cobblestone brick sidewalks that haven't been touched since they were first played down. In addition, the town hosts four festivals every year including chocolate fest and apple fest which brings the town to life and the streets flood with people. As for the people in the town, the town is also filled with the friendliest shop owners that one could ask for. They are your typical small town retailers who know all the regulars by name and never fail to greet you with a smile. This said, the only reason I cannot give five stars is due to the fact that new owners are beginning to disrupt this "old time" town and modernize it. By inserting slot machines into a classic town tavern, they are slowly disrupting the image.

• Current Resident
• Dec 4 2017

Rating 5 out of 5

We've lived in Long Grove for 10+ years and love it. The large lots, forest and great conservation areas make it feel so private and pastoral, yet it's close to everything with good train service into the city on two different lines. And the best high school in the state (Adlai Stevenson) in my opinion! Downtown LG (meaning the village proper) took a hit in the recession but it is coming back with several new restaurants and businesses now open. Still very atmospheric and New-Englandy.

Rating 5 out of 5

This town is quite historic, people from all over come to visit it during all of the seasonal festivals. The town is very into decorating for all of the holidays and festivities. It is quant and wants to remain a historical town rather an upgraded town. The food places are very good and the shops are cute - slightly overpriced. The residents are all friendly and welcoming. It is very safe yet still close to other major stores like grocery stores and pharmacies.

Rating 2 out of 5

Be careful as to what subdivision you purchase in. Just because you live in Long Grove and pay the ridiculous taxes doesn't mean you are going to get the great schools especially elementary and middle schools! You pay an arm and a leg and taxes and get the crap schools!

Rating 5 out of 5

Love Long Grove. They need a revitalization of their 'downtown' area. Long Grove has such a great character however many businesses have gone out of business and they need to add in more restaurants and destination shops. We love the festivals in Long Grove including Apple Fest, Chocolat Fest and Irish Fest.

• Niche User
• July 7 2015

Rating 2 out of 5

Downtown Long Grove has sadly diminished and has hardly any customers. During the week the town is empty. The businesses in this town have gone downhill and only seem to have people during their festivals.