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Walnut Ridge

Walnut Ridge

Suburban Neighborhood in Naperville, Illinois

DuPage County 60565

$876,587 Average Value
$257 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Outdoor recreation meets modern amenities

Walnut Ridge is where outdoor recreation and modern amenities go hand in hand. On any given day, residents can watch a game of cricket at the Bolingbrook Premier League Stadium, take their canine companions out for an energetic playdate at Whalon Lake Dog Park, or tee it up at one of the seven golf courses within a 10-mile radius. Active social groups and regular neighborhood newsletters create a strong sense of community. “This is a very desirable area. The small-town feel reassures families, and there’s so much to do out here. Houses sell really fast,” says Amy Pearson, a Realtor who grew up in Naperville.

Walnut Ridge is a premiere neighborhood in Naperville welcoming you with stone entryways.
Walnut Ridge is a premiere neighborhood in Naperville welcoming you with stone entryways.
Walnut Ridge is filled with mature trees and beautiful architecture.
Walnut Ridge is filled with mature trees and beautiful architecture.
Walnut Ridge has unique free little libraries throughout the community.
Walnut Ridge has unique free little libraries throughout the community.
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Well maintained lawns with wide sidewalks

Beyond the neighborhood’s stone entryways, wide sidewalks border spacious residential lots with well-maintained lawns and unique landscaping. Homes in Walnut Ridge were built in the 1970s and 1980s, and many of the original owners are still residents today. Home styles are mixed, with ranch houses next door to traditional colonials and stately brick Tudors. Most homes have attached garages. A four-bedroom, three-bathroom brick ranch home costs $725,000, while a custom-built contemporary house with five bedrooms, four bathrooms and over 7,000 square feet of living space sells for $1,330,000.

Staggered homes along a cul de sac are a beautiful feature of Walnut Ridge.
Staggered homes along a cul de sac are a beautiful feature of Walnut Ridge.
Rows of unique homes with great natural light fill the streets of Walnut Ridge.
Rows of unique homes with great natural light fill the streets of Walnut Ridge.
Colonial houses with mature trees bring plenty of life to Walnut Ridge.
Colonial houses with mature trees bring plenty of life to Walnut Ridge.
Beautiful ranch style homes are commonly found in Walnut Ridge.
Beautiful ranch style homes are commonly found in Walnut Ridge.
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A rated schools

The area is served by the well-regarded Naperville Community Unit School District 203. Niche gives Riverwoods Elementary School an A-plus overall grade and ranks it the 13th-best public elementary school in Illinois. Madison Junior High School has an A on Niche and a robust STEM innovation program. Niche gives Naperville Central High School an A-plus overall grade and reports that 99% of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and activities in which students can get involved.

Parks, lakes and hiking trails

An abundance of nearby greenspaces is one of Walnut Ridge’s biggest draws. Its namesake park covers 10 acres on the neighborhood’s east side and features sports fields and a multipurpose open area perfect for running, chasing and kite flying. Du Page River Park is approximately 1 mile away and has ponds, picnic shelters, and a hiking trail that includes a segment of the DuPage River Trail. Visitors at Weigand Riverfront Park can splash or float in DuPage River or explore the grassy path that runs parallel to its banks. Whalon Lake lies to the immediate south and offers boating, fishing and wildlife viewing in the summer and snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter.

Weigand River Front Park is a perfect place for families to connect with nature and cool off.
Weigand River Front Park is a perfect place for families to connect with nature and cool off.
Whalon Lake Dog Park is a great place for all dogs to play in an 11 acre park.
Whalon Lake Dog Park is a great place for all dogs to play in an 11 acre park.
Walnut Ridge has a beautiful park perfect for kids of all ages.
Walnut Ridge has a beautiful park perfect for kids of all ages.
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Quality pizza and barbecue

Restaurants in the area include Little Pops Pizzeria, which was recognized as having the best New York-style pizza in the state by the Washington Post in 2023. Little Pops has no sit-down service, so customers get orders via take-out or delivery. The Patio on South Weber Road serves outstanding barbeque in a relaxed setting. For shopping, Target, Best Buy, Jewel-Osco, Home Depot and other major retailers are all less than 2 miles away near the intersection of West Boughton Road and Washington Street.

El Taco Ranchero is a local favorite Mexican restaurant in Naperville.
El Taco Ranchero is a local favorite Mexican restaurant in Naperville.
Shopping in Naperville is super convenient with Jewel Osco.
Shopping in Naperville is super convenient with Jewel Osco.
Little Pops Pizzeria is a great local pizza place in the heart of Naperville,
Little Pops Pizzeria is a great local pizza place in the heart of Naperville,
The Sugar Milk Cafe in Naperville is known for its unique lattes and fun crepes.
The Sugar Milk Cafe in Naperville is known for its unique lattes and fun crepes.
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Transit

Airport

Chicago Midway International

38 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Walnut Ridge 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

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$758,000
Median Single Family Price
$785,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Months of Supply
2.00
Median List Price
$762,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
206
Median Year Built
2009
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,656
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,374

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
1,284
Median Age
46
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$185,745
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$208,500

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.3%
College Graduates
72.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.6%

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®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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