Naperville Real Estate
Naperville, IL is a city in DuPage and Will counties in Illinois, United States. It is a western suburb of Chicago, located 28 miles (45 km) west of the city. Naperville has a population of 149,013 as of 2020, making it the fourth-largest city in Illinois. Naperville is known for its high quality of life, excellent schools, vibrant downtown, and rich history.
Naperville was founded in 1831 by Joseph Naper and his family, who came from New York and built a mill on the DuPage River. The settlement was originally called Naper’s Settlement, and later Naperville. Naperville lost the county seat of DuPage County to Wheaton in 1867, after a close election and a daring raid on the Naperville courthouse to secure the county records. Drunkeness may, or may not have been involved
Naperville has many cultural and recreational attractions for residents and visitors. Some of the highlights include:
The Naper Settlement, an outdoor museum that preserves and showcases the history of Naperville and the surrounding area. Visitors can explore historic buildings, exhibits, and programs that depict life from the 19th to the 20th century
The Naperville Riverwalk, a scenic path along the DuPage River that features bridges, fountains, sculptures, and gardens. The Riverwalk is also home to the Moser Tower and Millennium Carillon, one of the world’s four largest carillons.
The Centennial Beach, a historic swimming pool that was built in 1931 to celebrate Naperville’s 100th anniversary. The beach offers a sandy area, water slides, diving boards, and a zero-depth entry pool for children.
The Downtown Naperville, a lively area that offers a variety of shops, restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues. Downtown Naperville also hosts many events and festivals throughout the year, such as the Last Fling, the Chocolate Walk, and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
1348 Amaranth Drive
$575,000
24w141 Hobson Road
$4,950,000
356 Westbrook Circle
$374900
Naperville Listings Summary
Naperville - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Naperville: $827,600 / County Avg $701,600
Avg Taxes in Naperville: $11,400 / County Avg $13,700
Avg Sq. Ft. in Naperville: 2,687 / County Avg 2,382
Avg Price per/sqft in Naperville:$308 / County Avg $295
Avg Walkscore in Naperville: 25 / County Avg 42
Avg Year Built in Naperville: 1994 / County Avg 1982
Avg Days on Website in Naperville: 42 / County Avg 52
Naperville Real Estate Market Health
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