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Urban amenities with small town feel
Downtown Naperville is the city’s commercial hub that provides urban amenities and a small-town feel. The neighborhood’s quaint Main Street is the city’s shopping and dining region. Partner/Owner of The Ville Team at Coldwell Banker Realty and a Naperville resident, Bridget Salela says it’s small town feel comes from its neighborly customs. “I like the fact I can walk outside, and people are walking around, and it’s friendly,” Salela says. “You could go for a coffee and swim in Centennial Beach. It’s fun to walk by and see your friends at the beach. It’s a dogwalker’s dream.” Walking is often done at Naperville’s Riverwalk, considered the city’s crown jewel for its beauty and peaceful environment. “Downtown Naperville is where people want to raise a family. You have great schools. We’re close to Interstate 88 and only 20 minutes to Chicago.”
The city of Naperville was founded in 1831 and has a current population of 149,936.
Downtown Naperville is located in the vibrant, award-winning city of Naperville, IL.
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Hub for city's shopping and dining
Residents can walk to Main Street to find a plethora of shopping and dining options. Sparrow Coffee is a beloved spot for the morning cup of brew and sophisticated café menu. Empire Burgers + Brew is a two-floor bar and eatery offering an extensive beer and cocktail menu with hearty pub foods. For a fancy night out, Sullivan’s Steakhouse serves a variety of meat cuts, seafood and chicken dishes. “The nice thing is you have a good mix of corporate brands with the mom-and-pop and boutique styles,” Salela says. “It is nice to have a big spread of everything. There’s a Sephora and a luxury shop great for homes.” Other retailers include Anthropologie, lululemon, Apple Store and the MINISO. Weekly groceries can be bought at the Fresh Thyme Market or Jewel-Osco, both about a mile away.
Sparrow Coffee is a high-tech cafe serving artisanal coffee drinks and baked goods.
Empire Burgers + Brew is a good go-to for beers and hearty hearty appetizers.
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Naperville Riverwalk for ample recreation
The Naperville Riverwalk is the city’s crown jewel, providing extensive recreation options. Early morning jogs and afternoon dog walks are everyday activities along the 2-mile Riverwalk trails. “There’s a paved section where you can ride your bike,” Salela says. “The paved section leads into Illinois Prairie Path, where you can bike to downtown Geneva and Wheaton.” Residents spend their days picnicking and swimming during warmer months at Centennial Beach. Paddleboat Quarry also continues time in the water through paddleboat and kayak rentals. Millennium Carillon Ice Skating and Volleyball Park serves as a year-round attraction. During the summer, residents compete on the volleyball court. The ice is brought out in the winter for the city’s ice-skating area.
Downtown Naperville residents enjoy access to multiple acres of greenspace.
The Naperville Riverwalk is the perfect place for an afternoon hike.
During the winter, residents can enjoy the ice skating rink at the Millennium Carillon.
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Multi-million dollar mansions
The bulk of the single-family housing is located north of Jefferson Ave. “There’s a little bit of everything. Contemporaries are prominent; farmhouses are still around but going out,” Salela says. “There’s beautiful French provincial style, just really high quality, all custom builds.” Houses often include long driveways that walk out to attached garages and manicured front lawns. A three-bedroom home can start at $500,000, whereas homes around 3,500 square feet are priced above $1 million. South of Jefferson Ave are mostly condos under two bedrooms and 1,500 square feet. These are priced from $230,000 to $400,000. However, condos can cost more than $1 million.
Luxury homes with beautiful front porches can be found in Downtown Naperville.
Homes in Downtown Naperville vary from split-levels to French-provincial mansions.
South of Jefferson Avenue is where residents can find condos with views of the riverwalk.
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A-rated education for Downtown students
Downtown Naperville students can attend schools within the Naperville Community Unit District 203, which holds an A-plus on Niche. Elementary students start their education at Naper Elementary, which earned an A from Niche. Afterward, students attend Washington Junior High School, which also holds an A rating from Niche. After spending time in the classroom, students can participate in many intramurals, clubs, and performing arts activities. Diplomas are earned from Naperville North High School, which received an A-plus grade from Niche. In their Class of 2023, 95% of their students attended a two- or four-year university. Students looking to stay local after high school can continue their studies at North Central College.
Naper Elementary School has dozens of effective and excellent teachers and staff.
Students are the highest priority at Washington Jr. High School.
Educational opportunities abound at Naperville North High School.
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Fun unique attractions
Families visit the DuPage Children’s Museum, where kids engage in hands-on exhibits about engineering and energy. The Irish Fest celebrates Irish culture with various music and dances. The Naperville Memorial Day Parade starts at City Hall and ends in the Riverwalk. Rotary Hill is home to the city’s Juneteenth celebration, where locals enjoy the holiday with food and live music.
The DuPage Children's Museum is a play & education center for young children featuring a cafe.
Pets were also part of the festivities at Naperville's 2024 St. Patrick's Day Parade.
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Adjacent to Naperville Metra
“That’s the beauty of being downtown. Many people want to get into that certain pocket right next to the station,” Salela says. It’s a 38-minute express train, Chicago, which is nice.” Outbound trains to Chicago head off every half hour until around 9 a.m. Inbound trains come to Naperville around every half hour starting around 3 p.m. Drivers can hop on Interstate 88, which is a 32-mile drive to Chicago.
Residents can use the Metra to be downtown Chicago in only 45-minutes.
Commuters in Downtown Naperville have easy access to Interstate 88.
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Crime and Safety
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Downtown Naperville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Naperville, Naperville sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Naperville, Naperville over the last 12 months is $395,000, down 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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