Prairie Grove, IL
- Elevation
- 753 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Prairie Grove is a quiet, scenic community in McHenry County tucked right between Crystal Lake and McHenry. With around 2,000 residents, it offers a peaceful, semi-rural feel where spacious lots, mature trees, and open fields take precedence over commercial sprawl. It is a great spot for anyone looking for extra breathing room and a relaxed neighborhood setting while staying close to everyday conveniences.
Families are often drawn here for the well-regarded local schools, including Prairie Grove Elementary and Prairie Ridge High School. Daily errands and commutes are straightforward thanks to Route 31, which connects residents directly to grocery stores, restaurants, and Metra train stations in neighboring towns. It delivers the privacy of country living alongside quick access to everything the surrounding northwest suburbs have to offer.
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