The scenic Naperville Riverwalk stretches along the DuPage River with fountains, sculptures, and seasonal paddleboat rentals. Residents enjoy swimming at Centennial Beach, a converted quarry, and exploring 136 parks across 2,400 acres of green space. The downtown district features distinctive restaurants like Meson Sabika, housed in a Greek revival mansion, and Santo Cielo, which provides panoramic city views from Hotel Indigo's top floor. Cultural attractions include the DuPage Children's Museum, Naper Settlement outdoor history museum, and the 16-story Millennium Carillon bell tower.
The housing market includes diverse options across established neighborhoods. The median single-family home price in Downtown Naperville is $1,460,000, while White Eagle commands $989,000, and the Historic District sees $881,000. Townhomes throughout the city have a median price of $460,000. Condominiums start at a median of $182,500 for one bedroom units and $260,000 for two bedrooms.
Property taxes in DuPage County stand at 2.09%, lower than neighboring Aurora at 2.39% and Bolingbrook at 2.35%. The Illinois state income tax rate is 4.95%. Commuters benefit from two Metra stations with regular service to Chicago, located 28 miles east, plus access to I-88 and I-355. The education system includes highly rated public schools like Metea Valley High School and private institutions such as Benet Academy and St. Francis High School. North Central College provides higher education opportunities within the community.
Annual events bring the community together, including Ribfest, Last Fling during Labor Day weekend, and the Holiday Parade of Lights. The 70 miles of trails, multiple forest preserves, and recreational facilities support an active lifestyle for residents.
