Elmhurst is a beautiful historic community just 16 miles west of Chicago.  It is certainly one of the most desirable places to build a new custom home in the western suburbs.  Elmhurst has thriving retail shopping centers, urban boutiques, excellent restaurants, a 10-screen movie theatre, art, culture and exciting events throughout the year.  It is  home to Elmhurst College, fine museums including the Elmhurst Historical Museum, the Elmhurst Art Museum and the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art.  Also there is the 866,000-square-foot Elmhurst Memorial Hospital located at the corner of York and Roosevelt Roads in South Elmhurst.  The highly acclaimed Elmhurst schools make living in Elmhurst a wonderful investment all around. Overstreet Builders can help you put down roots in this tree-lined community by working with you to design the home of your dreams.  Choose from one of our existing floor plan, or brainstorm with us how to craft a home that will suit your family's needs.  Use our 55+ years of custom home building to give you peace of mind.  Our homes speak for themselves. Get started on your custom home in Elhurt by calling (630) 226-0460 - Ask for Jim!