Naperville

The beauty of Naperville, a western suburb of Chicago, is that it combines the values of small-town life with the vibrancy of a contemporary city. Founded in 1831 on primarily flat prairie, it now covers 39.7 square miles. Today, it resembles a jigsaw puzzle of subdivisions, with winding streets that may or may not link to the one next to it. Naperville’s median age is 39.1 (2022). Science and technology are the main drivers of its economy.

In Naperville, homebuyers can choose from a mix of new and historic homes in Tudor, Victorian, Italianate, American Farmhouse, Greek Revival, Queen Anne, and Classical Revival styles. The typical home value is $500,465, up 11.8% over the past year (Zillow, 2022). Residents can enjoy annual film festivals, fine art fairs, seasonal festivals, and pet-related events.

Naperville’s major thoroughfares include the east-west Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, and U.S. Route 34, which runs northeast-southwest. Route 34 provides access to Cress Creek, a family-friendly neighborhood that features single-family homes and a peaceful setting mere minutes away from the downtown area. Still Water, just west of Book Road, has a cozy neighborhood feel, and homes that can accommodate large families.

In addition to being safe, Naperville boasts a vibrant volunteer culture that has helped develop prominent community projects, such as the Riverwalk. It’s a fantastic place to live, work, and have fun.