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Burr Ridge, IL

Burr Ridge (formerly Harvester) is a village in Cook and DuPage counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. Burr Ridge is located at 41°45′11″N 87°55′12″W (41.753030, -87.919998).

According to the 2021 census gazetteer files, Burr Ridge has a total area of 7.29 square miles (18.88 km²), of which 7.16 square miles (18.54 km²) (or 98.15%) is land and 0.14 square miles (0.36 km²) (or 1.85%) is water.

Burr Ridge lies in both Du Page and Cook counties. The village is bordered by Hinsdale to the north, Western Springs to the northeast, Indian Head Park to the east, Willow Springs to the south and southeast, and Willowbrook to the west, along with several unincorporated areas.

Burr Ridge's gently rolling hills were carved by glaciers at the end of the last ice age, and most of the village lies on the Valparaiso Moraine. Flagg Creek, a tributary of the Des Plaines River, runs through town.

Joseph Vial erected a log cabin near Wolf and Plainfield roads in 1834. Vial also ran a hotel on the stagecoach line, and the Vial family was actively involved in Lyons Township politics and the creation of the Lyonsville congregational church. The first Democratic convention in Cook County was held in Burr Ridge in 1835. After 1848, farmers shipped their goods to Chicago along the Illinois and Michigan Canal. A small settlement of German farmers also inhabited Flagg Creek by the 1880s.

In 1917, the International Harvester Company purchased 414 acres (1.7 km²) for an experimental farm, where it tested the world's first all-purpose tractor, the Farmall. Also in 1917, the Cook County Prison Farm (also known as the Bridewell Farm) began operation in what is now Burr Ridge.

In 1947, developer Robert Bartlett, whose company also developed Beverly Shores and Countryside, established the Hinsdale Countryside Estates out of a former pig farm. In 1956 these residents decided to incorporate as the village of Harvester, in honor of International Harvester.

In the 1940s, Denver Busby bought 190 acres (0.8 km²) that became known as the Burr Ridge dairy farm. He later launched the Burr Ridge Estates, with 5-acre (20,000 m²) home sites. In 1961, International Harvester and the Burr Ridges Estates merged with Harvester, changing the community's name to Burr Ridge. The town's name is derived from a group of bur oak. By 1963, the population had more than doubled, to 790, and by 1975 it had soared to over 2,200.

Health and wellness are paramount in Burr Ridge, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Amita Health Adventist Medical Center stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Burr Ridge Park District offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Luxury Health Club & Fitness Center, Overtime Training and Willowbrook Burr Ridge Sports Center - Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Burr Ridge, such as the Walker Park Loop and Tall Grass Greenway Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Burr Ridge, IL are Harvester Park, Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve, and The Art Institute of Chicago.

Population: 11,192 (2020). ZIP Code: 60527. Area codes: 630, 331. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Area: 7.33 sq mi (18.99 km²).

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Is Burr Ridge, IL a good neighborhood?

Burr Ridge is a suburb of Chicago with a population of 11,131. Burr Ridge is in Cook County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Burr Ridge offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Burr Ridge, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many retirees live in Burr Ridge and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Burr Ridge are highly rated.

What is Burr Ridge, IL is known for?

In 1984, Burr Ridge became the first in DuPage County to provide Lake Michigan water to all its customers and, by 1997, became known as one of the 300 wealthiest communities in America. To preserve the hallmark woodlands, ponds, and wetlands, the Village founders monitored the transformation of large tracts of open farmland and woodlands in the years after incorporation. Burr Ridge became a planned community of approximately seven square miles, with 11,259 residents residing in about 4,000 homes. 

What is the crime rate in Burr Ridge, IL?

According to NeighborhoodScout's analysis of FBI crime statistics, Burr Ridge is safer than 84% of the cities and towns in the US of all population sizes. In Illinois, only on the order of 24% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Burr Ridge. If you live in Burr Ridge, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in the community is 1 in 307. The US average across communities from the largest to the smallest is 1 in 43.

Sources

Wikipedia

Village of Burr Ridge

Amita Health Adventist Medical Center

Burr Ridge Park District 

Luxury Health Club & Fitness Center

Overtime Training 

Willowbrook Burr Ridge Sports Center - Fitness

Walker Park Loop 

Tall Grass Greenway Trail

Harvester Park

Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

The Art Institute of Chicago

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Neighborhoodscout

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