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Waubonsie

Waubonsie

Suburban Neighborhood in Aurora, Illinois

Kane County 60502, 60504

$459,322 Average Value
$212 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Natural wonders and a chic suburban lifestyle in southeast Aurora

A walk or bike along the trail at Waubonsie Lake Park is a trip between two of the Waubonsie neighborhood’s calling cards. On one side of the path, there’s the namesake lake, given shape by dams running along the Waubonsie Creek. On the other side, backyards that connect the park area to a tranquil community of late 20th-century homes. With additional recreational spaces close by, an acclaimed public school district and a mix of mainstream businesses in the surrounding area, the modern era has seen Waubonsie emerge as a sought-after community on the southeast end of Aurora. “It's a very established community, and almost kind of an extension of Naperville,” says Mia Simandl, a broker and partner with Platinum Partners Realtors. Simandl is a lifelong Fox Valley resident and has sold homes in Naperville and Aurora for more than a decade.

Waubonsie is located in the vibrant, award-winning city of Aurora, IL.
Waubonsie is located in the vibrant, award-winning city of Aurora, IL.
Waubonsie Lake Park is a great place to get away from it all.
Waubonsie Lake Park is a great place to get away from it all.
New traditional homes with attached garages dominate the community in Waubonsee.
New traditional homes with attached garages dominate the community in Waubonsee.
Homes in Waubonsee feature up to a half-acre of yard space.
Homes in Waubonsee feature up to a half-acre of yard space.
New traditional homes in Waubonsee range in price from $250,000 to $778,000.
New traditional homes in Waubonsee range in price from $250,000 to $778,000.
Students are the highest priority at Steck Elementary School.
Students are the highest priority at Steck Elementary School.
Gregory R. Fischer Middle School challenges and encourages children to learn.
Gregory R. Fischer Middle School challenges and encourages children to learn.
Waubonsie Valley High School offers plenty of AP and Honors courses.
Waubonsie Valley High School offers plenty of AP and Honors courses.
Enjoy a brisk morning walk at Oakhurst Wetlands.
Enjoy a brisk morning walk at Oakhurst Wetlands.
Enjoy the serene surroundings at Waubonsie Lake Park.
Enjoy the serene surroundings at Waubonsie Lake Park.
Just east of Waubonsee, the Fox Valley Mall, features over 45 speciality stores.
Just east of Waubonsee, the Fox Valley Mall, features over 45 speciality stores.
The Town Bar & Grill, located within Waubonsee, features over 30 beers on tap.
The Town Bar & Grill, located within Waubonsee, features over 30 beers on tap.
Residents of Waubonsee enjoy fresh produce and more at Mariano's.
Residents of Waubonsee enjoy fresh produce and more at Mariano's.
Your kids will love the arcade and rides at Astro Fun World.
Your kids will love the arcade and rides at Astro Fun World.
Residents of Waubonsee love competing in the PNT Badminton Naperville Open.
Residents of Waubonsee love competing in the PNT Badminton Naperville Open.
Ogden Avenue is Waubonsee’s primary connection to the Aurora area.
Ogden Avenue is Waubonsee’s primary connection to the Aurora area.
Residents can use the Metra located off Route 59 to be in Chicago in an hour.
Residents can use the Metra located off Route 59 to be in Chicago in an hour.
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New Traditional builds with classic touches

Waubonsie’s residential roads have a straightforward appeal, with sidewalks stretching between oak trees and new traditional homes in the neighborhood’s subdivisions. Development in the area started in the late 1980s and continued into the early 2020s. As a result, single-family homes share common elements like vinyl siding, attached garages and asphalt roofing, but can vary widely in look and size, with Georgian-influenced Colonial Revivals, Craftsman-inspired new construction and simple traditional homes occasionally sharing the same streets. Two- to three-bedroom homes typically sell from $250,000 to $500,000, while four- and five-bedroom properties run from about $460,000 to $778,000 or more. The area's townhomes are more uniform, mostly sticking to an updated Craftsman style with occasional urban farmhouse touches. Prices generally range from $256,000 to $600,000, with the upper half of that range mostly consisting of three-bedroom units built in the 2020s. CAP scores for crime are lower than the national average, further illustrating the community’s tranquil feel.

New traditional homes with attached garages dominate the community in Waubonsie.
New traditional homes with attached garages dominate the community in Waubonsie.
Homes in Waubonsie feature up to a half-acre of yard space.
Homes in Waubonsie feature up to a half-acre of yard space.
New traditional homes in Waubonsie range in price from $250,000 to $778,000.
New traditional homes in Waubonsie range in price from $250,000 to $778,000.
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College-level learning at Waubonsie Valley High

Grade schoolers usually enroll in classes at Indian Prairie School District 204 schools. “I’ve had clients out there who have chosen the area specifically because of the schools,” Simandl says. Steck Elementary School has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio and an A grade on Niche. Fischer Middle School earns an A-minus grade. College-bound students at Waubonsie Valley High School can choose from the school’s 25 Advanced Placement courses to earn early credits. The school earns an A-plus grade on Niche.

Students are the highest priority at Steck Elementary School.
Students are the highest priority at Steck Elementary School.
Gregory R. Fischer Middle School challenges and encourages children to learn.
Gregory R. Fischer Middle School challenges and encourages children to learn.
Waubonsie Valley High School offers plenty of AP and Honors courses.
Waubonsie Valley High School offers plenty of AP and Honors courses.
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Trail connections to Waubonsie Lake Park

The Waubonsie Creek Trail runs throughout the center of the neighborhood and connects folks to Waubonsie Lake Park. The neighborhood’s lake is a popular fishing spot in the Fox Valley area, with the most common catches including bluegill, carp and largemouth bass. The neighborhood trails also connect to the Eola Community Center, which has a playground, baseball diamonds and sand volleyball outside. Indoor features at the community center include an Aurora Public Library branch, a Fox Fitness exercise center and various youth sports programs. Oakhurst Wetlands offers an open field on the west side of the trail, making it an ideal spot for dog walks and games of catch. Additional leisure options await in the surrounding Aurora area. “One of the top five places to see in Aurora would be the Fox River Trail,” says Amy Pearson, Licensed Realtor with @Properties. “It features 43 miles of scenic biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing. There are different birds, trees and wildlife. It’s great for outdoor enthusiasts.”

Enjoy a brisk morning walk at Oakhurst Wetlands.
Enjoy a brisk morning walk at Oakhurst Wetlands.
Enjoy the serene surroundings at Waubonsie Lake Park.
Enjoy the serene surroundings at Waubonsie Lake Park.
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The Fox Valley Mall and nights out at The Town Bar & Grill

Waubonsie’s location near Aurora’s east end gives residents quick access to a variety of casual restaurants. Mariano’s is the quickest stop for groceries, with CVS, Walgreens and other familiar brands near the intersection between New York Street and Eola Road. Heading east toward Naperville, the Fox Valley Mall area has mainstream stores like Macy’s, Meijer, Best Buy and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet. Specialty shops are also available, with the mall’s Funk E Breeze shop specializing in vintage clothing and bohemian home goods. Mia’s Wish has body care items and candles made locally in Plainfield. Markets such as Indiaco and Park to Shop Supermarket provide supplies for international dishes and ready-made meals in the food courts. Restaurants include The Town Bar & Grill, a lively hangout that hosts poker, live bands and DJ nights. Ozzie’s Diner is a daytime staple that describes itself as a “modern pancake house,” but guests can order everything from French toast and crepes to chilaquiles or ribeye steak from the wide-ranging menu. Regulars at Chelios Pub and Grill can grab popular IPA selections or other drafts from the bar and socialize at trivia and karaoke nights.

Just east of Waubonsee, the Fox Valley Mall, features over 45 speciality stores.
Just east of Waubonsee, the Fox Valley Mall, features over 45 speciality stores.
The Town Bar & Grill, located within Waubonsie, features over 30 beers on tap.
The Town Bar & Grill, located within Waubonsie, features over 30 beers on tap.
Residents of Waubonsie enjoy fresh produce and more at Mariano's.
Residents of Waubonsie enjoy fresh produce and more at Mariano's.
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Pickleball games get real at The Picklr

Grown-ups and families have several entertainment options to choose from in the Waubonsie area, particularly to the east near Naperville. For people who take their racquet games seriously, The Picklr has nine indoor pickleball courts available for rental, while Play N Thrive offers indoor cricket and badminton. Choices for family outings to the east include Astro Fun World, an indoor park with an arcade, go-karting and ziplines. Sky Zone Trampoline Park is another kid-friendly spot, particularly for birthday parties. The Hollywood Palms Cinema blends movie palace stylings with modern amenities, with eclectic themes for each theater, reclining seats and a full-service restaurant.

Your kids will love the arcade and rides at Astro Fun World.
Your kids will love the arcade and rides at Astro Fun World.
Residents of Waubonsie love competing in the PNT Badminton Naperville Open.
Residents of Waubonsie love competing in the PNT Badminton Naperville Open.
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Quick connections to Naperville and Aurora

Ogden Avenue/Walter Payton Memorial Highway and New York Street are Waubonsie’s primary connections to the Aurora area. Residents are about 5 miles from downtown Aurora and 6 miles from the heart of Naperville. Pace bus services are available along New York Street and McCoy Drive for car-free travel. Commutes into Chicago are about 38 miles. For park-and-ride trips into the city, the closest Metra rail station is Route 59, about 4 miles northeast in Naperville. For emergencies and medical concerns, Rush Copley Medical Center is just southwest of the neighborhood along Ogden Avenue. Locals traveling beyond Chicagoland can catch flights from Chicago O’Hare International Airport, 34 miles northeast of the neighborhood, or Chicago Midway International Airport, 40 miles east.

Ogden Avenue is Waubonsie’s primary connection to the Aurora area.
Ogden Avenue is Waubonsie’s primary connection to the Aurora area.
Residents can use the Metra located off Route 59 to be in Chicago in an hour.
Residents can use the Metra located off Route 59 to be in Chicago in an hour.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Chicago Midway International

51 min drive

Bus

Eola Rd & New York St

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New York St & Asbury Dr

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Mccoy Dr & Oakhurst Dr

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New York St & Vaughn Rd

Bus

New York St & Kautz Rd & County Line Rd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Waubonsie US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$407,500
Median Single Family Price
$429,950
Median Townhouse Price
$427,550
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$299,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$212
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
94
Months of Supply
1.10
Median List Price
$403,750
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,629
Median Year Built
2004
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,288
Significantly above the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,812
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,668
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,859

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
9,622
Median Age
38
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$116,090
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$147,605

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.9%
College Graduates
63.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.7%

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

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

14 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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