Darien · DuPage County · IL
Homes for sale in
Reflections.
- Active listings
- 1
- Median list
- $348K
- Avg time on market
- 41 days
- Sold · last year
- 9
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About the community
A lake-and-preserve townhome community with low-maintenance living at a Darien crossroads.
Reflections, formally Reflections at Hidden Lake, is an established townhome community on the northeast corner of Interstate 55 and Cass Avenue in Darien, DuPage County. It is built around a private lake, protected wetlands, and adjacent parkland, which gives the interior streets a quiet, water-and-green setting despite the expressway-close location. Homes are attached ranch and two-story units built in the mid-1990s, and the community has been resident-governed since developer turnover in 1994. The whole point is low-maintenance living: the association handles the lawn, the landscaping, and the snow, so it draws first-time buyers stepping out of apartments and empty-nesters trading a big yard for something simpler.
At a glance
Attached townhomes and condos
Ranch and two-story units, two bedrooms, roughly 1,100 to 1,500 square feet.
Built mid-1990s
Homes date to about 1993 to 1995; homeowners took over the association in 1994.
Private lake and wetlands
The community wraps a private lake and protected wetlands with adjacent parkland.
HOA covers lawn and snow
Dues fund landscaping, snow removal on walks and drives, and common-area upkeep.
Cass District 63 and Hinsdale South
Cass SD 63 for elementary and middle and Hinsdale South (District 86). Confirm by address.
I-55 and Cass interchange
A short shot to I-355 and I-294; the association cites about a 25-minute drive to downtown Chicago.
BNSF Metra nearby
Metra commuter rail via the Downers Grove and Lisle stations toward Chicago Union Station.
Good Samaritan Hospital
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove is a short drive north.
Pet-friendly
Up to two pets per household under the association's leash rules.
What’s close
Reflections sits at the northeast corner of I-55 and Cass Avenue in Darien, one of the area's strongest commuter positions, with retail along Cass Avenue and Route 83.
- Highway
- I-55 (Stevenson Expressway) at Cass Avenue, connecting to I-355 and I-294 within minutes, plus Route 83 nearby.
- Train
- Metra BNSF service from the nearby Downers Grove and Lisle stations toward Chicago Union Station.
- Schools
- Cass School District 63 (Concord Elementary, Cass Junior High) and Hinsdale Township District 86 (Hinsdale South). Confirm by address.
- Shopping
- Everyday shopping, dining, and services along Cass Avenue, 75th Street, and Route 83.
- Hospital
- Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, a short drive north.
- Recreation
- The community's private lake and wetlands plus nearby Darien and DuPage parks and trails.
What it’s actually like to live here
Reflections is built for people who want the space and privacy of a home without the weekend chore list. The association handles the lawn, the landscaping, and the snow on your walk and driveway, which is exactly why it draws a mix of first-time buyers stepping out of apartments and empty-nesters trading a big yard for something simpler. The ranch and two-story layouts mean there is both a single-level option for buyers who want to avoid stairs and a two-story unit for those who want more separation. Wrapped around a private lake and protected wetlands, the interior of the community feels calmer and greener than its address at a major highway interchange would suggest.
The tradeoffs are real and worth naming. This is an expressway-adjacent location, so units nearer I-55 can carry more road noise, and buyers who prize total quiet should walk the specific building at different times of day. The homes are attached and governed by a condominium association, which means shared walls, mandatory monthly dues, and architectural rules that keep exteriors uniform but limit how much you can personalize windows, doors, and landscaping.
Because the buildings are now about thirty years old, ongoing capital projects and reserve funding are a live topic, so the association's financial health matters as much as the individual unit. For the right buyer, the balance tips positive: an attainable Darien address, strong highway and Metra access, DuPage County services, a water-view setting, and a professionally managed association that takes the maintenance burden off your plate. It rewards buyers who value convenience and predictability over a large private lot and full design freedom.
The questions buyers actually ask
Reflections FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping Reflections. If yours isn't here, text 224-385-8779, same-day reply.
- How much is the HOA?
- townhomes and condos are $320 per month.
- What does the HOA actually cover?
- Reflections is a professionally managed condominium association whose monthly dues cover lawn and landscape care, snow removal from front walkways and driveways, and upkeep of the common areas including the lake and wetlands. Owners handle their own unit exteriors such as windows, doors, and garage doors, and need architectural approval for exterior changes. Request the current budget, reserve study, assessment amount, and any special-assessment history for the specific unit before buying.
- What are property taxes like?
- Roughly $5,500 – $8,000 per year, depending on home size and value. DuPage County assessor records are the source of truth. Happy to pull a specific bill on any home you're considering.
- What's the typical closing timeline?
- 30 to 60 days from accepted offer to keys. Cash deals can close in two weeks. Conventional financing is usually closer to 60.
- What kind of homes are in Reflections?
- All homes are attached townhome and ranch-style condominium units built in the mid-1990s, in two-bedroom floor plans ranging from about 1,100 to roughly 1,500 square feet. There are no detached single-family homes.
- Is there an HOA, and what does it cover?
- Yes. It is a professionally managed condominium association. Monthly dues cover lawn and landscape care, snow removal on walkways and driveways, and upkeep of the common areas including the lake and wetlands. Owners handle their own unit exteriors and need architectural approval for exterior changes.
- What do homes cost and how is the market right now?
- Reflections is one of Darien's more attainable segments compared with detached single-family homes, which is why it appeals to first-time buyers and downsizers. Pricing and inventory move with the market, so check the live Market snapshot on this page for current numbers.
- Which schools serve Reflections?
- It is served by Cass School District 63 (Concord Elementary and Cass Junior High) and Hinsdale Township High School District 86 (Hinsdale South High School). Confirm the exact assignment for a specific unit directly with both districts before relying on it.
- How is the commute to Chicago and the highways?
- Very strong. The community sits at the I-55 and Cass Avenue interchange with quick connections to I-355 and I-294, an approximately 25-minute drive to downtown Chicago in good traffic, and Metra BNSF service available from the nearby Downers Grove and Lisle stations.
- How old are the buildings, and should I worry about maintenance?
- Turnover to homeowners was in 1994, so the buildings are about thirty years old. That is normal for the area, but it makes the association's reserves and capital planning important. Review the current budget, reserve study, assessment amount, and any special-assessment history before you buy.
- Who is the real estate agent for Reflections?
- Joe Keegan is the local licensed Illinois real estate broker who covers Reflections in Darien, IL through Subdiview, a neighborhood-first home search for the Chicago suburbs and collar counties. Joe prices and negotiates from the live MRED sold comps for Reflections specifically, not national averages, and can help you buy or sell here. Reach Joe at 224-385-8779 or joe@joekeeganhomes.com.
Your local agent
Joe knows Reflections
Most agents will list anything. I focus on the places I actually know, and the things that move value here don't show up in the MLS write-up: which streets and buildings hold demand, what the HOA or assessments really cover, how the comps read once you account for condition and location, and where buyers consistently want to be.
When you're ready to tour or list, you want someone who has read the last 50 closed comps in this specific market, not a national average, and can tell you what they actually mean for your price. That's how I work. Text or call any time, and I'll give you a real take, not a brochure.
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Market snapshot
Reflections, by the numbers
Live MRED data, refreshed daily. The numbers below tell you what this market is doing today, not what Zillow's algorithm thinks it might be doing six weeks from now.
Typical list price
$348,000
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$312,000
Homes for sale right now
1
Avg time on market
41 days
Sold in the last year
9
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC for the period August 8, 2025 through August 8, 2026. Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC does not guarantee nor is it in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
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Schools serving Reflections
Where Reflections homes go to school
Homes in Reflections are most often zoned to Hinsdale South HS. Open a school to see its area, the district, and every home for sale that feeds it.
School assignment is derived from the school the MRED listing agent entered and is not a guarantee. Always verify current attendance boundaries with the district before writing an offer.
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