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East of downtown and the Fox River
The McCarty Burlington neighborhood is on the east side of the Fox River, close to downtown Aurora. Established nearly 200 years ago, it is the oldest residential area in the city. It features some updates on homes that have been around since the 1900s. The neighborhood also has preserved buildings - a section is designated a local historic district featuring buildings as old as the 1850s.
McCarty Burlington is located just minutes from Downtown Aurora.
McCarty Burlington residents have quick access to the Fox River.
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Near Eastside Historic District
The City of Aurora designated a portion of the neighborhood going south from the corner of South Fourth Street and Galena Boulevard as the start of the Near Eastside Historic District. Nearly 20 historic buildings have been preserved, including an 1854 Greek Revival house owned by Doctor George Buck, an early settler of the city and owned the first drug store in Aurora. The Trask House is a Queen Anne built in 1887 where a prominent jeweler lived. Fire destroyed one of the buildings in this historic section in 2019. The Masonic Temple that used to stand on the corner of Lincoln Avenue and Benton Street was on the National Register of Historic Places.
The historic district in McCarty Burlington is known for it's architecture.
Mature trees provide shade for McCarty Burlington residents.
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East Aurora schools
Public school options include W.S. Beaupre Elementary, which serves students through fifth grade. Niche grades the school C-minus. It’s part of the East Aurora School District 131. Cowherd Middle School has two computer labs, two gyms and a fitness room. This school also gets a C-minus overall grade. East Aurora High School has a Niche grade of C overall but does get a B-plus for the school’s clubs and activities.
Henry W. Cowherd is a public school in Aurora, serving grades 6-8.
East Aurora High School is a public school with about 4,000 students in grades 9-12.
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McCarty Burlington houses that have been renovated
The homes not part of the historic district mostly date to the early 1900s, and some have been renovated. Chicago bungalows, Cape Cod, and workers' cottages have been given a facelift within the past ten years and are between $150,000 and $250,000. They have detached garages, which are standard in older homes, and have up to four bedrooms and nearly 2,000 square feet. Some older homes are still in their original form and are in good shape, ranging from $250,000 to $350,000. Older houses have also been turned into condos with lower-level and upper-level units. It’s an even 50/50 split for renters and homeowners in McCarty Burlington.
A beautiful Queen Anne-style home, which is a rarity in the McCarty Burlington neighborhood.
A stunning Italianate-style home in the McCarty Burlington neighborhood.
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A taste of Puerto Rico in the Chicago suburbs
Many of the restaurants reflect the neighborhood's Latino influence, including Boriken, which serves authentic Puerto Rican dishes. The specialty here is the Jibarito, a sandwich made with fried plantains instead of bread. It includes meat, cheese, lettuce and tomato. Panchos on New York Street is a favorite Mexican spot that opened in 1988. The décor on the wall is filled with historic photographs and Mexican art. There’s also a wall of dollar bills representing different currencies. It started with the first dollar the restaurant received and escalated from there. Supermercados El Guero is a Mexican-based grocery store with a small taqueria inside.
Jalisco Tacos has a great taco menu with many options in McCarty Burlington Aurora.
Cinco De Mayo Bakery is a great place to stop in and grab donuts in McCarty Burlington Aurora.
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Close to Phillips Park Zoo
Just south of the McCarty Burlington neighborhood is the Phillips Park Zoo, which has been part of the community for over 100 years. Most of the animals are native birds and reptiles, but there are also gray wolves, lynx and farm animals. Admission to the zoo is free.
Residents of McCarty Burlington are a short walk from the large downtown area.
McCarty Burlington residents have quick access to Downtown Chicago via the local Metra Station.
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Jesse Torres Boxing Club
Copley Park has playground equipment and a large parking area in the neighborhood's northern section. The park is known for its facility on the west side. Jesse Torres Boxing Club is an indoor gym where kids can sign up for boxing lessons. “We have kids who grew up walking to our facility, went through the program and are now professional boxers,” says Raphael Martinez, a Fox Valley Park District recreation supervisor with a particular concentration at the center. “This gym is now their training center. Those same kids are now grown up, inspire the kids, volunteer their time and give back to the same program that shaped them.” For recreation that’s not as physical, McCarty Park is Aurora’s first park and has an interactive fountain at the park’s center that’s open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Enjoy the serene surroundings at McCarty Park.
Your kids will never want to leave the playground at Edna Rollins Elementary School.
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Parks in this Area
McCullough Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Oakhurst Forest Preserve
Bike Trails
Boating
Fishing
Steck Park
Trails
River
Copley Park
Baseball/Softball
Marie Wilkinson Park
Picnic Area
Community Center
McCarty Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
North River Street Park
Picnic Area
Trails
River
Phillips Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
54 min drive
Bus
Union St & Grove St
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New York St & Union St
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New York St & State St
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New York St & 4th St
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Front St & Beach St
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Claim Union
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Union Front
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
McCarty Burlington
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
McCarty Burlington Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in McCarty Burlington, Aurora sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in McCarty Burlington, Aurora over the last 12 months is $246,000, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Check out this 3-bedroom apartment in the heart of East Aurora! This spacious lower unit offers modern upgrades and comfort, with tenants only responsible for the electric bill. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and local amenities, this home combines style and convenience. Ideal for tenants with a minimum credit score of 600. Please note: no pets and no smoking allowed. Don't miss the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,181
Median Age
33
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,311
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,794
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
45.1%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.9%
% Population in Labor Force
72.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
29''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
75/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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