Why Live in Northeast Batavia
Northeast Batavia is a neighborhood known for its historic charm and diverse home styles, including Colonial Revivals, American Foursquares, and ranch-style homes in the Batavia Highlands section. The area features tree-lined streets with regular streetlights and overhead telephone wires. Residents enjoy access to several parks, such as Prairie Lathem Park, which shares grounds with the highly rated Louise White Elementary School, and Laurelwood Park, which offers fishing and watercraft launching along the Fox River. The riverwalk connects Northeast Batavia to nearby cities like Saint Charles, Geneva, and Aurora, providing scenic routes for bikers and pedestrians. Fabyan Forest Preserve, located just north of the community, boasts a Japanese garden and a Dutch windmill. Dining options include Lew’s Drive In, an old-fashioned diner, and The Sidecar in downtown Batavia, which features a beer garden and live music. The Batavia Farmers’ Market and River Rhapsody Concert Series are popular local events. The neighborhood is pedestrian and bicycle-friendly, with downtown Batavia just over a mile away via the East Wilson Street bridge. For shopping, residents can visit the Walmart Supercenter, Trader Joe’s, and Aldi about 2.5 miles west. Schools in the area are highly rated, including Louise White Elementary, Sam Rotolo Middle School, and Batavia High School. The Batavia Highlands section is zoned for Geneva’s public schools, which also receive high ratings. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average, enhancing its appeal for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northeast Batavia a good place to live?
Northeast Batavia is a good place to live. Northeast Batavia is considered car-dependent and very bikeable. Northeast Batavia has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.1 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $114,719 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 42.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Northeast Batavia are home owners, with 39.5% of residents renting and 60.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Northeast Batavia can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Northeast Batavia neighborhood guide.
Is Northeast Batavia, IL a safe neighborhood?
Northeast Batavia, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Northeast Batavia?
The median home price in Northeast Batavia is $375,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $75,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,940 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $83K a year to afford the median home price in Northeast Batavia. The average household income in Northeast Batavia is $115K.
What are the best public schools in Northeast Batavia?
The best public schools that serve Northeast Batavia are:
What are the best private schools in Northeast Batavia?
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Are home prices dropping in Northeast Batavia?
Yes, home prices in Northeast Batavia are down 38% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Northeast Batavia, IL
On average, homes in Northeast Batavia, Batavia sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northeast Batavia, Batavia over the last 12 months is $275,000, down 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$275,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$540,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$195,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$375,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$326
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median List Price
$375,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-23%