River Woods
Suburban Neighborhood in Naperville, Illinois
DuPage County 60565
Colonial-inspired homes established in 1989
From their grand, colonial-inspired exteriors with brick and stone details to professionally manicured landscapes and strategically-places perennial flower beds, River Woods was custom built in the late 1980s and early 1990s to exude classic elegance. The spacious tree-lined streets lend to cul-de-sac living and envelope the similarly-styled Heritage Knolls subdivision, connecting sidewalks and amenities between the two. Residents pull away from wide driveways accommodating two to three garage spaces, or leave the car at home and hit the pavement to reach the local elementary school or park. Home prices start around $600,000 and reach up to $1.3 million.
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From Riverwoods Park to Weigand Riverfront hills
Three major city parks surround River Woods, making good on its apt name. “Like all of Naperville, this region is known for its acclaimed parks,” says Kelley Munch, Senior Communications Specialist for the city of Naperville. “The residents support and respect the parks and enjoy the events that take place during the year.” River Woods' namesake greenspace is perched on DuPage River and provides naturally worn trails that skirt its banks for walkers, runners, skateboarders and cyclists. Weigand Riverfront Park also grants river views often dotted with great blue herons, and depending on water level, dogs may be able to go for a dip on their morning walk. Grassy knolls turn into sled-able snowy hills in the colder months. To the south of the community is DuPage River Park, which provides 40 miles of trail systems, additional river views and a picnic area for alfresco dining.
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A clear-cut school district distinction
"On the extreme south end of Naperville, the school district boundaries cross over into Plainfield School District attendance as well," says Eva Burns, associate broker with ReMax of Naperville who has sold homes all over the city. Though the neighborhood approaches Naperville’s southern border, it doesn’t quite cross over into the neighboring school district that houses next door communities like Bolingbrook and Woodridge. “River Woods is in Naperville School District #203,” Burns says. Students can walk each morning to River Woods Elementary School before attending Madison Junior High School, each receiving a respective A-plus and A from Niche. US News & World Report ranks Naperville Central High School the 27th best overall option in Illinois and within the top 3% in the country, while Niche awards the school another A-plus. While the school’s “three-story wing” segment was constructed in 1950, it maintains recent upgrades and sits right outside the city’s downtown district on Aurora Avenue. Along with prestigious sports teams, Naperville Central is home to a championship-winning NCHS Science Olympiad Team, Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering Team, and “Butch,” a mummy dating back to the year 55 B.C.
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Heading north to Naperville, south to Bolingbrook, and east to Chicago
River Woods residents are a 5-mile drive from the Naperville Metra Station, a no-frills stop on the BSNF Line to downtown Chicago. Drivers braving the commute head down Interstates 88 and 290 for 24 miles towards the city center. Frequent flyers can choose from Chicago O’Hare International airport, 29 miles away, and Chicago Midway International Airport, 27 miles away. In general, driving is the preferred mode of transportation for River Woods residents, and they can choose between amenities in Bolingbrook and Naperville. Edward-Elmhurst Health Center sits in the former, offering non-invasive medical procedures, while Endeavor Health Edward Hospital covers the rest.Heading to Bolingbrook for food and retail shopping
Most of the neighborhood’s chain fare and local eateries sit at the junction of North Weber Road and West Boughton Road in nearby Bolingbrook. Ko Sushi is a casual, yet intimate restaurant that serves up classic Japanese dishes amidst a moody, low-light atmosphere. Just across the road is Covo, a straightforward Greek joint with rustic chic decor, offering pitas, gyros and salads street-style from the counter. Convenient grocery shopping can be found at ALDI, Jewel-Osco and Meijer, and Maple Park Place contains major retailers such as Kohl’s, Target and Marshall’s. Regal Bolingbrook rounds out the offerings on Boughton Road, while breweries, fine dining and locally-owned boutiques are a 15-minute drive away in downtown Naperville.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jaeh Korwitts
Jaeh Korwitts
Responds QuicklyCompass
(630) 756-5654
101 Total Sales
1 in River Woods
$735,000 Price
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Debbie Stukel-Podzimek
Debbie Stukel-Podzimek
Responds QuicklyHomeSmart Realty Group
(630) 593-3233
82 Total Sales
1 in River Woods
$675,000 Price
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Mike Long
Mike Long
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(331) 241-7089
122 Total Sales
1 in River Woods
$896,000 Price
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Kimberly Zahand
Kimberly Zahand
Keller Williams North Shore West
(708) 859-7009
392 Total Sales
2 in River Woods
$1.1M - $1.5M Price Range
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Lori Johanneson
Lori Johanneson
Responds Quickly@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(708) 576-4944
350 Total Sales
5 in River Woods
$480K - $980K Price Range
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Christopher Cobb
Christopher Cobb
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX of Naperville
(708) 905-8082
128 Total Sales
1 in River Woods
$660,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Walnut Ridge Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Hunter Woods Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Weigand Riverfront Park
- Boating
- Fishing
- Trails
Riverwoods Park
Oakridge Parkway
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Farmington Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Du Page River Park
DuPage River Confluence Preserve
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | River Woods | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
River Woods Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in River Woods, Naperville sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in River Woods, Naperville over the last 12 months is $850,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$850,000
Median Sale Price
$850,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$850,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$262
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
355
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Months of Supply
0.40
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,970
Median Age
46
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$199,166
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$210,098
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.8%
College Graduates
80%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
29''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 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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