About Shermer

Shermer is a peaceful, family-friendly neighborhood in Glenview, IL, known best for its well-maintained streets and eclectic housing of beautiful homes and condominiums. The area is known for its dense suburban feel, plenty of nearby restaurants, and beautiful outdoor parks. With a convenient location near major roadways, residents of Shermer can find plenty of nearby urban amenities, from beautiful spacious parks and family-friendly entertainment to plenty of wonderful local favorite dining and shopping venues; there is something for everyone to love about calling Shermer home.

Continue to read to find out the best of calling Shermer home and all it holds in store for prospective residents.

Shermer Real Estate

Many of the residencies in Shermer include single-family homes and condominiums of varying sizes and styles. Many of the single-family homes range in many styles, including ranch, bungalow, and custom craftsman styles, with the condominiums all modern. Homes in Shermer range in size from 2 to 5 beds and 1 to 4 baths, and square footage between 1,500 sq. ft. to 5,000+ sq. ft.

Shermer Schools

Students living in the peaceful, quaint suburban neighborhood of Shermer are zoned into the Glenview School District 34. This school district prides itself on a strong learning foundation backed by extracurricular and academic activities for the personal and educational development of its students in grades K-12. Support services are offered for future endeavors in higher education, as well as entering the workforce. Below are the following schools that serve Shermer.

Shermer Outdoor Recreation, Things To Do, Dining & Shopping

Shermer is a beautiful suburban neighborhood that prides itself on its location in the heart of the incorporated village of Glenview, IL, providing prospective buyers and current residents with an easy commute to the city and all of its urban amenities, including beautiful green park spaces and tons of family-friendly entertainment, to local favorite dining and shopping venues, making Shermer an ideal place to call home for easy living.

Outdoor Recreation near Shermer

Swenson Park offers families and children beautiful, large green spaces where plenty of games of soccer and football can be played. The dog-friendly park is equipped with plenty of wonderful, well-paved walking paths, perfect for morning, afternoon, and evening strolls for families and their furry four-legged pets. There is a well-maintained playground on site, as well as a full-sized in-line hockey rink, a beginner’s skate park, a baseball and softball field, and a basketball court.

Gallery Park offers families and singles a scenic, beautiful walking and biking path that circles a fish-stocked lake on the 140-acre park. Lovers of sports can find ball fields and plenty of great space for parks and indoor swimming areas, perfect for an afternoon away from the town and in the natural beauty of Glenview.

Things To Do near Shermer

BullsEye Axe Lounge x Rage Room offers the perfect opportunity to release your inner Viking, offering fearless fun where every group gets their own personalized music, their own axe coach, and a professional photo shoot, all included in the price. Those of all ages can find fun at the Axe and Rage Room venue, where you can learn the art form of axe throwing or opt to “Hulk out” in the rage room.

Oil Lamp Theater is a sixty-seat storefront theater located in downtown Glenview, where visitors can find Main Stage theatrical seasons while offering special events such as the Speak Easy Nights. Once inside, expect to be personally welcomed into the lobby, featuring warm decor and comfortable seating, with a full bar open an hour before Main Stage shows, along with complimentary cookies.

Dining near Shermer

Grandpa’s Place is a laid-back bar offering up American pub grub, craft beers, and specialty cocktails in old-fashioned surroundings. The restaurant is family-friendly, with plenty of spacious indoor seating as well as scenic patio seating accompanied by live musical performances. When dining in, we recommend checking out “Fish and Chips,” “Reuben Sandwich,” and “Pub Burger.”

Coarse Italian is a relaxed, authentic Italian restaurant that serves all-day breakfast, accompanied by a full bar that serves up specialty cocktails. Visitors can find great, spacious indoor seating, as well as scenic outdoor courtyard seating. When dining in, we recommend checking out the menu highlights, including “Short Rib Gnocchi,” “Eggplant Parmigiana,” and “Whipped Ricotta Bruschetta.”

Shopping near Shermer

The Glen Town Center is a high-end outdoor shopping complex that features many up-scale retail boutiques and plenty of casual dining options in quaint surrounds. When looking to shop, we recommend checking out Apricot Lane The Glen or Margo Boutique. When looking for casual dining, we recommend checking out Cote Asian Fare BBQ or Yard House.

Glen Gate is a shopping mall in Glenview, a local favorite for its wonderful health and beauty services and casual dining options. When looking to feel rejuvenated, we recommend checking out the following health and beauty services, including Kyoto Garden Modern Japanese Restaurant or Mariano’s. For health and beauty services, check out Studi-O Nails & Spa or Sports Clips Haircuts of Glenview.

Interested in calling Shermer home? The peaceful, quaint, suburban neighborhood of Shermer, located in the incorporated village of Glenview, IL, is sought-after for its beautiful eclectic mix of real estate single-family homes and condominiums, as well as its location. Residents of Shermer love the neighborhood for its convenient location near major roadways that offer an easy commute to local businesses, urban amenities, and top-rated schools, adding to the allure of calling this neighborhood home for young professionals, young families, and retirees alike. Trust your local professionals at Burlington Square Group to guide you in finding and settling down in the home of your dreams in the many beautiful suburban neighborhoods that make up Glenview, IL, today.

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