Although the Village of Palatine is located just 28 miles from downtown Chicago and 14 miles from O'Hare International Airport, the community provides approximately 50,000 residents with a tranquil suburban atmosphere. The village embodies an appealing mix of open space and parks, residential areas, commercial and light industry districts, and office space. Residents of all ages take pleasure in the recreational opportunities available at more than 40 parks maintained by the Palatine Park District. Shopping in Palatine is a pleasure because village shopkeepers provide their customers with old-fashioned service. Many of the village's merchants have local roots that reach back five or more generations. Students in Palatine attend award-winning schools within Community Consolidated District 15 and Township High School District 211. William Rainey Harper Community College provides post-secondary education as well as non-credit courses and educational programs for kids and teenagers. Live theater, concerts, fairs, festivals, and the local historical society and its museum help to preserve and promote the community's rich history and culture. A wide variety of lovely, affordable homes for sale can be found in a number of quaint neighborhoods. Homeowners associations help to promote the feelings of solidarity and community pride that are the hallmarks of life in the Village of Palatine.
