Edgewater in Elgin, Illinois is a highly regarded active adult community designed for residents seeking an invigorating and socially rich lifestyle in a serene, gated setting. Spanning 440 acres in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Edgewater offers a tranquil environment with lushly landscaped grounds, scenic lakes, and inviting ponds. The community is positioned just half a mile west of the Randall Road Corridor on Bowes Road, offering convenient access to retail, dining, healthcare, and transportation while maintaining a peaceful residential atmosphere.
At the heart of life in Edgewater is the Creekside Lodge, a striking 23,000 square-foot clubhouse that serves as the central hub for amenities, social gatherings, and wellness activities. Inside Creekside Lodge, residents can take advantage of a cutting-edge fitness center loaded with modern cardiovascular and weight training equipment. Wellness enthusiasts enjoy both an indoor lap pool and spa, as well as an aerobics and dance studio for group classes and personal training. The amenities extend to a sunroom with a double-sided fireplace that looks out onto a spacious patio and sundeck surrounding an outdoor pool—a favorite spot in the warmer months.
Recreation and leisure are key features of Edgewater, with tennis courts and bocce ball courts drawing residents together for friendly competition and camaraderie. For those who love the outdoors, miles of walking and biking trails meander throughout the community, connecting to the extensive Kane County regional trail system. Numerous neighborhood parks, thoughtfully landscaped, provide ideal gathering places to relax and socialize with friends and neighbors.
The housing options at Edgewater include 1,040 single-family ranch homes in 22 distinct floor plans, ranging from 1,197 to more than 3,100 square feet. Homes feature partial brick fronts and optional basements on larger plans, while interiors are known for their open layouts, generous great rooms, airy kitchens, spa-inspired bathrooms, and ample storage. Residents can choose from both new construction and resale homes, allowing for a variety of preferences and needs within the community.
Edgewater places significant emphasis on an energetic and engaging social life. The community offers a full calendar of activities, ranging from clubs and hobby groups—such as card groups, cooking clubs, book clubs, support groups, and a travel club—to regular fitness classes, dances, and social events. These are carefully coordinated by a full-time lifestyle director, ensuring there are always opportunities for connection and enrichment. Each month, a community magazine highlights upcoming activities, classes, and special events, helping residents fully engage with everything Edgewater has to offer.
Edgewater's location provides additional convenience, with quick access to everyday necessities, the new Sherman hospital, and the Big Timber METRA train station for easy travel to and from Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. With its blend of natural beauty, exceptional amenities at Creekside Lodge, diverse home styles, and vibrant lifestyle programming, Edgewater has become a sought-after destination for active adults looking for a welcoming and fulfilling place to call home.