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Growing suburbs just minutes from Oswego's quaint downtown
Northwest Oswego is a collection of subdivisions and residential streets ending in cul-de-sacs. Downtown Oswego is just across the Fox River from the community, offering a quaint downtown with new businesses frequently opening up. “We have a really active downtown with a winery and a yoga studio,” says broker Carolyn Alzueta with Charles Rutenburg Realty and lifelong Oswego resident. “Things like that that make you feel like you’re in a trendy, cool place.” Oswego has grown in popularity in past years, and the growing population is bringing new businesses and a vibrant culture with it that the current community welcomes. “It still has a rural feel. There are still cornfields around, but you’re still two minutes from downtown,” Alzueta says. “I saw it grow from a tiny farm town to the really fun and vibrant community that it is today.”
Northwest Oswego is a quiet suburban community within commuter distance from Downtown Chicago.
Northwest Oswego offers large single family homes in a subdivision community.
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New Traditional homes built in the early 2000s
With Oswego still growing, many of the neighborhoods in Northwest Oswego are still young, featuring New Traditional homes built in the early 2000s. People looking for a more traditional look can also find some Colonial Revivals scattered throughout this side of town. “You see kids playing outside in the streets and cul-de-sacs and people riding their bikes,” Alzueta says. Young trees line the sidewalks, offering a pop of green in the summer and vibrant reds in the fall. Homes typically list between $350,000 and $500,000, depending on the house size and development.
Beautifully designed landscaping is a common feature found in Northwest Oswego.
Colonial styled homes can be found in Northwest Oswego.
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Walking and biking alongside the Fox River
Northwest Oswego has plenty of parks within the community, but residents can also hop over the river to downtown’s parks. Wormley Heritage Park offers 15 acres of athletic facilities, from baseball fields and volleyball courts to a roller hockey court. Kids can also play on either of the two playgrounds here. On the other side of the Fox River, people can walk through the statue garden at Hudson Crossing Park. Anglers can cast a reel into the river and boaters can use the kayak launch here to get onto the water. The park also has a trailhead for the Fox River Trail, where bikers and walkers can enjoy the river views.
Take a walk In North West Oswego all the way around Wormley Heritage Park.
A Northwest Oswego resident walks his dog on a warm summer afternoon.
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Bowling and badminton at Oswego High School
With a B-plus from Niche, Fox Chase Elementary School sits at the heart of Northwest Oswego. Traughber Junior High School earns a B from Niche. At Oswego High School, students can join countless sports, from football and baseball to bowling and badminton. Niche grants the school an A-minus.
Fox Chase Elementary School is an above average school in Oswego, according to Niche.
Traughber Jr High School is a
public middle school of
South Oswego, IL.
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Wine tastings in downtown Oswego
Oswego offers events and festivals throughout the year to bring the community together. “One of the biggest attractions is Venue 1012,” says Bridget Bittman, communications manager for the Village of Oswego. “There are free concerts and movies on Thursday evenings throughout the summer. It’s a great place to meet up with friends and listen to live music. We’ve had many bands play there, including the Tom Petty tribute band.” In the summer, people can shop local produce at the weekend farmer’s market. Wine on the Fox is the annual wine tasting festival hosted in Hudson Crossing Park with live music and local vendors supporting the tasting. On the first weekend in December, the Holiday Christmas Walk brings the holiday spirit to Oswego with a lighted parade and an inflatable sledding hill.
Access downtown Oswego via Washington Street
With downtown Oswego just 1.3 miles down Washington Street, residents have everything they need within minutes of their homes. However, commuters working in Chicago can take I-88 the 49 miles to downtown. The Interstate is 8 miles north, closer to Aurora. When traveling outside Chicagoland, Chicago Midway International Airport is the closest airport, about 41 miles away along I-55. Along with the grocery stores, the nearest hospital is also along Walter Payton Memorial Highway, with RUSH Copley Medical Center 6.8 miles from Northwest Oswego.
Downtown Oswego just 1.3 miles down Washington Street.
Walter Payton Memorial Highway is a major road for Northwest Oswego residents.
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Oswego's outdoor Mexican restaurants and prom dress destinations
With downtown just across the river, residents can access Oswego’s restaurants and shops. On nice days, 113 Main lifts its garage doors to let in the fresh air and create indoor-outdoor seating. La Marimba serves Mexican food and has a great atmosphere. “It has an outdoor patio in the back with a water feature and fire features,” Alzueta says. “You can sit and have a margarita, listen to the water from the fountain and feel the fire.” In the mornings, people stop in Village Grind Coffee and Tea Co. for a cup of joe or pie. “Our downtown has a place called Bella-gia. It’s a really cute clothing boutique, but it’s also where all the girls go for their prom and homecoming shopping,” Alzueta says. Located along Orchard Road, Jewel-Osco is on the same side of the river as Northwest Oswego. For more grocery options, Gerry Centennial Plaza features a Meijer, Target and Walmart Supercenter just 4 miles away along Walter Payton Memorial Highway.
Enjoy Mi Rancho's tacos al pastor, a local favorite of Northwest Oswego residents.
Just across the bridge from North west Oswego you can eat at Tap house Grill.
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Parks in this Area
North Adams Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Parking Lot
Hudson Crossing Park
Augusta Lake Park
Violet Patch Park
Tuscany Trail Park
Stonegate Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
62 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Northwest Oswego
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northwest Oswego Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwest Oswego, Oswego sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwest Oswego, Oswego over the last 12 months is $359,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
10,344
Median Age
37
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,488
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$116,838
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
41.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.9%
% Population in Labor Force
76.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
29''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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