Why Live in River Run
River Run in Naperville combines stately living with access to parks and shopping in a sophisticated suburban setting. Situated near the DuPage River, this neighborhood features custom-built mansions from the 1990s, with homes ranging from 2,500 to over 5,500 square feet. Many homes share brick exteriors, dramatic vertical forms, and integrated two- to three-car garages. The area is part of the highly rated Indian Prairie School District 204, with Graham Elementary, Crone Middle, and Neuqua Valley High School all earning high marks. River Run Park, on the neighborhood's northeast end, includes a playground, softball backstop, and picnic shelter. The River Run Club offers private facilities for tennis, pickleball, swimming, and fitness. Nearby leisure options include Naperbrook Golf Course and River Run Preserve South. Local businesses such as Smile Korean Boba and Snack Bar, Chupacabra Games, and Cinnamon Pancake House provide dining and entertainment, while shopping needs are met by stores like Angelo Caputo’s Fresh Market and T.J. Maxx along Route 59. Residents can access downtown Naperville, 7 miles away, and the Chicago Loop, 37 miles away, via Plainfield-Naperville Road and Illinois Route 59. The Metra station on Route 59 offers a 49-minute train ride to Chicago. For medical emergencies, Plainfield Emergency Center is 5 miles south. Chicago Midway International Airport and Chicago O'Hare International Airport are 30 and 34 miles northeast, respectively. The River Run Club also hosts seasonal events and family activities, while downtown Naperville offers cultural activities and live music.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Run a good place to live?
River Run is a good place to live. River Run is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. River Run is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. River Run has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.0 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $263,558 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 91.8% of residents. A majority of residents in River Run are home owners, with 31.1% of residents renting and 68.9% of residents owning their home. A
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Is River Run, IL a safe neighborhood?
River Run, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in River Run?
The median home price in River Run is $935,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $187,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,880 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $209K a year to afford the median home price in River Run. The average household income in River Run is $264K.
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Home Trends in River Run, IL
On average, homes in River Run, Naperville sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in River Run, Naperville over the last 12 months is $922,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$922,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$922,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$256
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$935,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%