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A laid-back and convenient neighborhood in Kane County
Convenience, nature and freshly built homes meet in the southern Kane County neighborhood of North Aurora. Offering more of a laidback environment than Aurora, the neighborhood has newly built subdivisions that sit near popular restaurants, stores and well-rated schools. The Fox River bisects North Aurora, offering a natural, central space for the community to gather and enjoy outdoor recreation. Located along Interstate 88 and near train stations with routes that travel the 40 miles east to Chicago, North Aurora combines suburban amenities with urban access.
Fox River in North Aurora
Birds view of Fox River looking east
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Indulge in a sustainably sourced bison burger and beer from Hardware
“Hardware is very popular, and people come from all over to go to that restaurant,” says Norma Yario, broker and Realtor with Keller Williams Inspire, who lives in the neighborhood. Hardware Sustainable Gastropub and Brewery has a seasonal menu with dishes crafted from ingredients grown in their farm and greenhouse, where patrons can find elevated burgers and brisket, along with beer and 400 different whiskey options. For a more laid-back environment, locals go to Kappy’s Bar and Grill, a gaming lounge serving Greek and American fare. Residents stock up on groceries and everyday essentials at Woodman’s Food Market and Aldi, and a collection of retailers can be found at the Chicago Premium Outlets. Located just over the neighborhood’s eastern edge, the outlets house retailers like Nike, Express and Gap.
Hardware Gastropub in North Aurora
Hardware Sustainable Gastropub is a local favorite spot for elevated, sustainable dining.
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Compete in the fishing derby or enjoy live music and treats at the North Aurora Days
The neighborhood comes together to celebrate the community in early August at the North Aurora Days. Held at the North Aurora Riverfront Park, the event includes food stands and live music, as well as a softball tournament, fishing derby and other family-friendly attractions. There are more recurring events at the Messenger Public Library of North Aurora, like a book club, children’s story times, an art club and a food club.
Go fishing or walk along the Fox River
“We have the Fox River, and people fish out of there and walk along the shore,” Yario says. The North Aurora Riverfront Park offers access to the Fox River with nature trails for strolling or biking. Locals can wade into the water, launch a canoe to paddle down the river or relax in the shaded green space on the park’s benches and gazebo. There’s also Pine Creek Park, a more traditional park hosting a variety of playground structures and a basketball court.
Fox River
Fox River Trail Cave
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Newly built subdivisions boast New Traditional designs
North Aurora homes are arranged into neatly gridded subdivisions that branch off the neighborhood’s main roads. Though most houses sit close together, properties usually feature grassy yards framed by tall trees. Homebuyers can find a New Traditional townhouse built in the early 2000s for about $300,000, while a brick ranch built in the 1950s is priced around $330,000. Most commonly on the market are New Traditional new builds — a single-family ranch is priced between $350,000 and $500,000, while a larger two-story design costs between $500,000 and $700,000. As new development continues, buyers also have the opportunity to build their own homes, as open lots cost about $120,000 for a quarter of an acre.
Homes in North Aurora average between 2,400 to 3,500 square feet.
North Aurora features New Traditional townhouses built in the early 2000's.
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Students start studying for their future careers at West Aurora High
The Aurora West Unified School District No. 129 serves the neighborhood. Children may begin at Goodwin Elementary School, which has a B-minus rating from Niche. Students advance to Jewel Middle and West Aurora High, which both have B-plus ratings. The high school offers students the opportunity to begin studying for their career in high school, with technical education programs in welding, computer science, automotive technology and Certified Nursing Assistant certifications.
Goodwin Elementary School is a good public school located in North Aurora, Illinois.
Jewel Middle School is a public school located in North Aurora, IL.
West Aurora High School is a public high school located in Aurora's Blackhawk neighborhood.
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Travel to Chicago by train or car
“We have convenient access to everywhere — it’s one of the reasons that I chose to live here. We’re down by 88 and close to Geneva, Aurora, Naperville, Aurora University, NIU and Chicago,” Yario says. She adds, “There are two train stations nearby — one in Aurora and one in Geneva. They’re both about the same distance from the neighborhood and both go to the city.” Residents can drive 40 miles east to Chicago, while Naperville is 15 miles southeast and Aurora is 4 miles south. The Pace Suburban Bus system has stops along North Lincoln Way and offers a route to Aurora, where residents link with the Metra Metropolitan Rail system to travel to Chicago.
Residents of North Aurora enjoy easy access to Interstate 88.
Residents can take the Metra and be downtown Chicago in about an hour.
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On average, homes in North Aurora, IL sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in North Aurora, IL over the last 12 months is $445,000, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Incredible opportunity to own a beautifully updated & move-in ready ranch. From the moment you step inside, you'll be welcomed by soaring vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, fresh interior paint, updated flooring, stylish light fixtures, and a bright, open layout designed for comfortable everyday living. Offering 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home is perfect for first-time buyers,
Welcome home to this inviting ranch duplex nestled in North Aurora! Offering 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full basement, this home provides the perfect combination of comfortable living today and room to grow tomorrow. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features convenient one-level living with a spacious living room, separate dining area, first-floor laundry, and a bright kitchen
Welcome to the Bettendorf! One of the most popular of all our ranch floor plans, the Bettendorf is a beautiful 2,009 square foot split-bedroom ranch. The Bettendorf offers many options to stand out from the crowd. The large, angled island, probably the most popular feature of this home, is a great place for entertaining while adding plenty of extra seating for friends and family. Directly off the
Introducing the Erie Spanning 2,860 square feet, The Erie is a thoughtfully designed home that perfectly balances style, comfort, and functionality. With four bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, and a host of flexible spaces, this home is built to fit your lifestyle while offering the perfect setting for both everyday living and entertaining. As you enter through the two-story foyer, you’ll be
Welcome into the Ashbury! The open floorplan of the charming Ashbury creates a space that flows together with ease. With the option to choose from two elevations, this traditional ranch home features all the bedrooms together. The Owner's Suite offers a spacious design with tray ceilings, a large walk-in closet and a luxurious private bath, with an alternate bath option to suit your needs! The
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Welcome into the Williamson! The largest of all our floorplans, The Williamson is a spacious, traditional home designed with elegant finishes that will leave a lasting impression. This stunning home combines functionality and style, making it perfect for entertaining guests and creating cherished memories with loved ones. As you step through the front door, an elegant foyer welcomes you, flanked
Welcome into the Aspen! The stunning Aspen ranch home is one of our fan favorite floorplans! Designed with The Bettendorf in mind, this plan is a split-bedroom, one-story home that features four (4) bedrooms, two (2) baths, a full basement and an oversized 2-car sideload garage. The beautiful eat-in-kitchen features a large, angled island with a spacious breakfast bar overlooking the great room.
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Welcome to The Superior a stunning 2-story home offering 2,785 square feet of spacious comfort, 4 bedrooms, and 3 full baths. With its thoughtful layout and open design, this home perfectly blends everyday functionality with timeless style. The first floor features everything you need for convenient main-level living. A formal dining area sets the stage for special gatherings, while the open
Prepared to be wowed when you step into this beautiful 4000 square foot home on the prettiest street in Moose Lake Estates. A large 2-story foyer greets you with a formal dining room on one side and a lovely living room on the other. Proceed to the back of the home where you have a fantastic open concept family room and large kitchen with island and cabinets galore. Family room has a large gas
This beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home has been lovingly maintained by its original owner and shows true pride of ownership throughout. Step inside to a bright and inviting layout featuring high ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and a dedicated office, perfect for working from home or extra flex space. The spacious bedrooms offer comfort and functionality, while the well-kept interior makes this home
Seasons embodies the evolution of luxury suburban living by providing an exceptional location blended with a wide array of high end amenities and finishes tailored to suit your lifestyle. Located in a park like setting, Seasons at North Aurora has a true suburban feel with the convenience of city life only minutes away.
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Ideally located, Butterfield Trails in North Aurora, IL is just minutes to I-88, Aurora Metra Train, shopping, dining, schools, Batavia, Aurora, Geneva, Saint Charles, bike trails and so much more! 1 Gig AT&T Fiber internet now available! Butterfield Trails features 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with Air conditioning, carpeting, electric stove and oven, refrigerator, blinds, walk-in closets, on-site
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COME AND RENT THIS BEAUTIFUL RANCH TOWNHOME IN A CLUBHOUSE COMMUNITY! Amazing ranch townhome in North Aurora, including 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and attached 2-car garage. Beautiful open concept kitchen and all stainless-steel appliances! Bedroom 1 includes a huge walk-in closet and private bathroom with stand-up tiled shower with seat, separate linen closet and raised double bowl vanity.
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GET READY FOR SUMMER... POOL & CLUBHOUSE COMMUNITY! *** LAWN CARE AND SNOW REMOVAL INCLUDED *** SUNNY AND SPACIOUS NEWER RANCH HOME WITH A LOOKOUT BASEMENT SITS ON A PREMIUM CUL-DE-SAC LOT! WONDERFUL CLUBHOUSE COMMUNITY OFFERS OUTDOOR POOL, EXERCISE ROOM, GATHERING LOUNGE, INDOOR/OUTDOOR FIREPLACE + COVERED PATIO WITH PLENTY OF SEATING, BOCCE BALL, PICKLE BALL COURT, PRIVATE DOG PARK, WALKING
River Front Relief! 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom No Step Ranch with Personal Patio. In Unit Private Washer and Dryer Hookup. Personal Furnace and Hot Water Heater. The home is close to the Fox River. Tons of biking and walking paths. Close to public playgrounds and parks. Minutes away from Interstate 88 access. No Pets. Non-Smoking. Tenant pays Gas, Water, Electric.
Newer construction townhouse for lease! Welcome home to Randall Crossings Townhomes! Our community features luxury amenities with unbeatable style and comfort, including stainless steel appliances, in-home 2nd floor washers & dryers, beautiful granite countertops, large closets, and spacious two car attached garages. This roomy unit features two bedrooms and two and a half baths. Convenient
FIRST FLOOR CORNER APARTMENT READY FOR MOVE IN! Welcome to Randall Crossings Promenade! Your new apartment community features luxury amenities with unbeatable style and comfort, including stainless steel appliances, in-unit washers & dryers, beautiful granite countertops, soft close cabinets, and spacious closets! Secure building common area cameras, elevator, individual storage lockers, and
NEWER STUDIO APARTMENT WITH WATER VIEW! Welcome to Randall Crossings Promenade! Your new studio and one bedroom apartment community features luxury amenities with unbeatable style and comfort, including stainless steel appliances, in-unit washers & dryers, beautiful granite countertops, soft close cabinets, and spacious closets! Secure building, common area cameras, elevator, individual storage
An appealing blend of natural landscapes and familial suburban environments makes Nelson Lake a prime choice for living in the Fox Valley. Encompassing the southeast end of Batavia and the uppermost reaches of North Aurora, Nelson Lake is unified by the marshy body of water that lends the neighborhood its name. Refined residential areas and two distinctive school districts give the north and south ends their own flavors of life, while easy access to amenities like the Metra commuter rail and mainstream shopping options are available for every household nearby.
Most homes in the Nelson Lake area are concentrated in subdivisions near the northeast and southwest ends of the neighborhood. Contemporary homes from the 2000s with craftsman influences and vinyl/brick exteriors are common to the southwest end, with prices from about $420,000 to $560,000. On the northeast end, buyers can find homes with grand entrances, brick exteriors, columns and other design touches meant to call back to the Colonial Revival and French Provincial styles of architecture. Prices generally range from $650,000 to $910,000, with a select few homes meeting or going over the $1.15 million mark.
Kids in Nelson Lake are split between two nearby school districts. Households on the south side attend schools within West Aurora School District 129, while students on the north side attend schools within Batavia School District 101. Schools assigned to the north side include Grace McWayne Elementary School, which has a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 and earns an A-minus grade on Niche. Students at the A-minus-ranked Rotolo Middle School can participate in an optional ski trip each winter. Batavia High School offers 72 extracurricular programs, including 10 honor societies for various subjects and specialties. The school earns an A grade on Niche.
Convenient shopping options are available to the immediate north and south of the neighborhood, along with some of North Aurora and Batavia’s most distinctive dining options. Target, Jewel-Osco, Aldi and other major retailers are available along Randall Road to the north. At Smarty Pants Café, visitors can find astronomy-themed décor, chess tables and regular roundtables with scientific minds from across Chicagoland. To the south, Woodman’s Food Market offers 24-hour shopping for groceries and everyday fare. Refined New American fare with precise plating fills the tables at the Turf Room. Sushi Pirate offers poke bowls, Chicago rolls and Japanese entrées in a contemporary space, while festive lanterns and local art accompany the traditional Mexican dishes at Los Girasoles Restaurant and Tequila Bar.
Mixed-use trails wind through the Dick Young Forest Preserve, where residents can travel through woodlands, marshy terrain and open green space on hikes or horseback rides. For the traditional neighborhood park experience, Hawk’s Bluff Park offers a paved path and playground area near the residential areas on the northeast side, while Tanner Trails Park and Remington Landing Park each do the same for locals on the southeast end. Visitors might spot nesting sandhill cranes or other migratory birds across the protected wetlands at the Braeburn Marsh County Forest Preserve. For residents ready to hit the links, the members-only Black Sheep Golf Club has a 27-hole layout to the west of the neighborhood.
Nelson Lake sits about 4 miles southwest of the heart of Batavia, 8 miles north of downtown Aurora and 43 miles west of the Chicago Loop. Key thoroughfares nearby include Randall Road on the west side, Nelson Lake Road/Deerpath Road in the center and Main Street Road on the north side. Commuters traveling into other cities can catch the Metra train in Geneva, 6 miles north of the neighborhood, with a 1 hour and 15 minute ride into Chicago. The nearest hospitals, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital to the north and Ascension Mercy to the south, are both about 6 miles away. For travel beyond the Chicago area, Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 39 miles east of the neighborhood, while Chicago Midway International Airport is 46 miles east.
Local musicians, daily drink specials and “doggie dining classes” are on the menu at Brother Chimp Brewing, a taproom near Orchard Road with a curated selection of craft beers. The Emagine multiplex on Randall Road offers new movies and special screenings. The theater also has a bar, bowling lanes and a full-service restaurant. Family-friendly outings in downtown Batavia include weekly farmers’ markets (available indoors from late fall to mid spring), the Windmill City Festival on the riverwalk and the BatFest Halloween festival.
Houses of worship that have a presence in the community include the Highpoint Church of North Aurora, the Batavia Islamic Center, and the Holy Cross Catholic Church. Nelson Lake has a score of 1/10 in all categories on the CAP Index for crime, significantly lower than the 4/10 national average. Some areas near Nelson Lake score higher on the First Street Foundation’s Flood Factor index. Buyers will want to factor in a property’s insurance coverage and adherence to local code while making real estate decisions.
Property Mix - Square Feet
North Aurora Has More Owners
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
9
Median Rent
$2,795
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,308
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,365
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,645
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,685
Median Condo Rent
$1,575
Median 1 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,775
Demographics
Total Population
19,608
Median Age
42
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,215
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$123,242
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.1%
On par with the national average
89%
College Graduates
36.8%
Advanced Degrees
14.4%
% Population in Labor Force
70.4%
Above the national average
64.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
29''
Area Factors
Moderately bikeable
Bikeability®
60/ 100
Fairly walkable
Walkability®
40/ 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic
Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
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