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Homes at the doorstep of McDowell Grove Forest Preserve
The McDowell Forest Preserve neighborhood of northwest Naperville includes the houses just south of McDowell Grove Forest Preserve and west of the DuPage River, which runs through the preserve. The neighborhood boasts an abundance of options for getting out into nature while also being close to Downtown Naperville, Interstate 88 and a Metra station, providing easy access to Chicago and surrounding suburbs.
McDowell Forest Preserve features mature trees throughout the neighborhood.
Residents of McDowell Forest Preserve love to take their pups for a walk.
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Condo and townhouse communities clustered south of the preserve
Home sale prices in McDowell Forest Preserve range from $165,000 to $215,000, and you’ll mostly find townhouses and condominiums in the neighborhood. For $165,000, you can buy an updated two-bed, one-bath condo unit in the River Shores complex with an attached one-car garage and exterior parking space. For $170,000, you can buy a spacious end unit, two-bed, one-bath townhouse with an attached one-car garage that has been converted into a storage area and entertaining space that has both heat and air conditioning. For $215,000, you can buy a two-bed, two-bath condo in Valley Condominiums.
Some residents of McDowell Forest Preserve reside in townhouses with attached garages.
Condominium buildings have spacious balconies in McDowell Forest Preserve.
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Highly regarded Naperville public schools nearby
All public schools in the area received an A-plus ranking from Niche. Mill Street Elementary School is northeast of the neighborhood and has a School Family Community Partnership composed of staff and parent volunteers who work together to provide activities for students, families and community members for the purpose of enriching the students’ experiences. Jefferson Junior High School is also northeast of the neighborhood and offers over 25 clubs and activities for students, including a math team, positivity club and jazz band. Naperville North High School is east of the neighborhood and has over 50 clubs and activities available for students, including film club, improv club and ski and snowboard club. All Saints Catholic Academy is a private, faith-based school for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school has a SMART Board in each classroom, and all students are given iPads or Chromebooks to take home for assignments. The school also has a state-of-the-art STEAM lab centered on 21st-century learning skills such as exploration, problem-solving, communication and collaboration.
Mill Street Elementary School has a strong School Family Community Partnership.
Jefferson Junior High School provides more than 25 clubs and activities for students.
Naperville North High School is in the northeast of Brush Hill and is a public school.
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Hiking McDowell Grove and hitting the West Branch DuPage River
McDowell Grove Forest Preserve is a 465-acre wooded area with seven miles of multi-use trails, fishing, boating and picnic areas. The preserve features mature woodlands, open fields with eastern bluebirds and Cooper’s hawks and a floodplain forest with towering butternuts and black maples. “My favorite part of the forest preserve is the boat launch,” says local resident Susannah Ball. “It’s a great spot for putting in or taking out, with a wide concrete ramp and easy vehicle access. I go on paddling adventures often.” A restored 3-mile stretch of the West Branch DuPage River flows naturally and provides improved habitat for a variety of aquatic wildlife. Visitors can fish for catfish, carp, sunfish and bluegill at the 22-acre Mud Lake and can do “catch-and-release” fishing in the DuPage River, which is stocked with smallmouth bass.
Locals enjoy the walking and biking path along the DuPage River in McDowell Forest Preserve.
McDowell Forest Preserve residents can visit McDowell Grove to experience the DuPage River.
Drive east to either Fresh Thyme Market or Jewel-Osco when you need to stock the pantry. When you’d rather eat out, there are a few restaurants within walking distance. Los Burritos Tapatios Naperville is a counter-serve Mexican eatery featuring tacos, burritos and tortas in a casual setting. You’ll receive complimentary chips and salsa if you dine in. On the weekend, head to The Lucky Penny Diner and Deli, an old-fashioned daytime eatery serving up traditional breakfast and lunch plates in a low-key setting. Customers rave about the homemade blueberry coffee cake. For more dining options, drive southeast to Downtown Naperville.
Los Burritos Tapatios Naperville is a Mexican restaurant near McDowell Forest Preserve.
Fresh Thyme Market is a local grocery store where residents can choose to shop.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
McDowell Forest Preserve
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Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
McDowell Forest Preserve Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in McDowell Forest Preserve, Naperville sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in McDowell Forest Preserve, Naperville over the last 12 months is $227,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Great 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in an unbeatable North Naperville location just minutes from the Metra station, Downtown Naperville, shopping, dining, and highly rated District 203 schools. This inviting home features a spacious eat-in kitchen with a charming garden window and a separate dining area, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The comfortable living room is anchored by a cozy gas
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