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Best IL Small Town For Retirees? Find One In Kane County
The city "is good choice if you fancy a small, beautiful community and suburban feel, signaling a historic downtown and homely attractions."
GENEVA, IL — One of the best small towns for retirees can be found in Kane County, according to a recent survey.
World Atlas, a website that covers geography, travel and economics, named Geneva one of Illinois's top 13 small towns to retire in.
To come to its determination, the publisher rated towns for being tranquil, having lively cultural scenes, prioritizing health care and facilities and being a fun-filled location to live post-retirement.
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"Geneva is a good choice if you fancy a small, beautiful community and suburban feel, signaling a historic downtown and homely attractions," World Atlas said of Geneva.
The article cited the Geneva History Museum and the historic district as being places that "display artifacts walking you through time." Retirees can also enjoy the city's vibrant dining scene and many entertainment options at the Fox Valley Ice Arena and Northwestern Medicine Field.
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Other Illinois towns to make the list include Galena, Hinsdale, Glenview and Carbondale.
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