Located approximately 25 miles north of downtown and just inland from Highland Park, Deerfield is a North Shore community with mostly single family homes on large lots. Many residents both work and live in Deerfield as it is home to many corporate medical and technology headquarters including Walgreens. Residents of Deerfield also benefit from top-rated private, parochial, and public schools including renowned Deerfield High School.

Recreation is ample, there are several shopping centers with Deerfield Square being the main shopping hub in the heart of Downtown Deerfield. Lakefront recreation is also close by in neighboring Highland Park. Ideal for commuters, there are two Metra stations here that provide convenient transportation to downtown, in addition to the nearby 94 and 294 Expressways.