Haverford Place

Independent Assessment

Multiple independent secondary directories (55places, Homes by Marco, Topretirements, activerain.com) consistently corroborate Ryland Homes as the builder, the 184-home count, the 2003-2009 construction window, and the general amenity set (clubhouse, pool, walking path, tennis courts), giving reasonably strong confidence in these core facts. On the age-restriction question, the community is consistently categorized as 'active adult 55+' across every directory reviewed. Whether Haverford Place's resident-volunteer-run activities model (rather than a paid activities director) was corroborated by more than a single source was also specifically checked; the characterization was found consistent with the community's small scale and modest clubhouse size relative to larger, staffed communities such as Carillon Club or Regency at The Woods of South Barrington, though no primary HOA source explicitly confirming the absence of a paid director was located.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers wanting an affordable, low-key, single-family ranch 55+ community -- with reported resale pricing in the mid-$300,000s to high-$400,000s -- will find Haverford Place appealing, particularly those who prefer a smaller-scale, resident-run social atmosphere over a large, staffed clubhouse operation.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Ryland Homes built Haverford Place between 2003 and 2009, delivering 184 single-family ranch homes with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a two-car garage within roughly 1,878 to 2,202 square feet of living space, each featuring first-floor living plus a basement and brick-front exteriors, with many including front porches. The community is located one mile west of Beverly Road on Shoe Factory Road, just south of the Northwest Tollway (I-90).

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

Secondary sources report resale homes historically priced from the mid-$300,000s to the high-$400,000s, with one current listing cited at $519,500 as of the last update. Buyers should request current comparable sales from a local agent, since the figures come from point-in-time aggregator snapshots rather than a verified closed-sale history.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

Haverford Place is fully built out; all current purchases are resale of homes built between 2003 and 2009. Buyers should budget for an independent inspection appropriate to homes now over a decade old and should request the HOA's current financials, reserve study, and governing documents (including age-restriction language) before purchasing.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes at Haverford Place are subject to Cook County property tax administration, which uniquely among Illinois counties assesses residential property at 10% of fair market value rather than the 33.33% used elsewhere in the state. A current effective property tax rate for specific parcels within the community was not independently confirmed; buyers should confirm exact current figures with the Cook County Assessor's Office.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

Haverford Place takes a deliberately modest, resident-driven approach to community life: with an approximately 4,000-square-foot clubhouse and activities organized by resident volunteers rather than a paid activities director, the community offers a smaller-scale, lower-overhead social atmosphere than larger, staffed Chicago-metro 55+ communities. Amenities center on the clubhouse, an outdoor pool, a walking path, and tennis courts.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

Haverford Place sits in Hoffman Estates, northwest Cook County, one mile west of Beverly Road on Shoe Factory Road, just south of the Northwest Tollway (I-90). The community is reported to be roughly 37 miles from Chicago via the Northwest Tollway, with Woodfield Mall and Schaumburg approximately 11 miles to the east, and downtown Elgin and the Grand Victoria Casino about 4 miles to the west.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

Haverford Place is consistently categorized as an 'active adult 55+' community by every independent secondary directory reviewed. Cook County's recorded declaration of covenants for the community was not independently pulled or reviewed to confirm the exact current restriction language or age-verification procedure. Buyers should confirm current requirements directly with the HOA before purchasing.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

Haverford Place's roughly 4,000-square-foot clubhouse and resident-volunteer-run activities model offer meaningfully less amenity depth and programming than larger, staffed communities such as Carillon Club (18,000-square-foot clubhouse, full-time activities director) or Regency at The Woods of South Barrington (dedicated social director). A current, exact HOA fee, current resale pricing, and the community's precise current age-verification procedure were not confirmed; buyers should confirm all of these directly with the HOA before purchasing.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Within Cook County, Haverford Place offers a smaller, more affordable, resident-run alternative to the more upscale, staffed Regency at The Woods of South Barrington, and a single-family-only housing type distinct from the condo/townhouse mix at The Pines and Heritage Club Villas in Tinley Park. Buyers prioritizing a lower price point and a modest, low-overhead clubhouse may prefer Haverford Place; buyers wanting a staffed social director and larger amenity campus will likely prefer Regency at The Woods of South Barrington.

Current Listings

A connected local agent can provide current resale listings and pricing at Haverford Place.

Who built Haverford Place?

Ryland Homes, between 2003 and 2009.

How many homes are in Haverford Place?

184 single-family ranch homes, each with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a two-car garage, and a basement.

Does Haverford Place have a paid activities director?

No. Secondary sources describe the community's activities as organized by resident volunteers rather than a paid, dedicated activities director, consistent with its smaller, approximately 4,000-square-foot clubhouse.

Is Haverford Place age-restricted?

It is consistently categorized as an active adult 55+ community by independent real-estate directories. The recorded declaration was not independently reviewed for the exact current restriction language; confirm current requirements with the HOA.