North River Homes for Sale

North River is a neighborhood on the northwest side of Aurora, offering both city living and suburban tranquility. The neighborhood features a diverse mix of home styles, from early 20th-century Craftsman bungalows to modern townhouses and traditional properties from the 1990s and the 2000s. The southeast side has precise city blocks, while the west and north ends have more suburban roads with gentle curves and cul-de-sacs. Local schools include West Aurora High School and the private Rosary High School. Lake Street is the main thoroughfare, lined with convenient retailers and casual dining options like Primos Mexican Cuisine and Nikarry’s. Cermak Fresh Market and the local farmers market cover grocery needs. For outdoor activities, New Haven Park offers open fields, walking trails and ball diamonds. Gregory Island Dog Park provides shoreline access for pets. McCullough Park features the Fox River Trail and the Prisco Community Center. The neighborhood is about 2 miles north of downtown Aurora and 12 miles west of Naperville. Chicago is 40 miles to the east. The Aurora Metra station is about 2 miles southeast, providing connections to Chicago. Ascension Mercy hospital is located on the northeast corner of the neighborhood, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 37 miles away. The movie theater Cinemark Tinseltown USA is a local entertainment attraction.