Why Live in Watts
The Watts neighborhood in Naperville, Illinois, is characterized by its large traditional and Colonial-inspired homes, set on quiet streets just two miles west of Downtown Naperville and 7 miles east of Aurora. This centrally located area offers residents access to the highly rated Indian Prairie Community Unit School District No. 204, with schools like May Watts Elementary, Thayer J. Hill Middle School, and Metea Valley High School, all receiving high marks. The neighborhood features several small parks, including May Watts Park with its playground and sledding hill, and Lake Osborne Park, which offers a pavilion and walking trail along the lake's shore. Shopping and dining options are plentiful, with the nearby Fox Valley Shopping Mall providing a variety of retail stores and entertainment, including a food court and Round1 Bowling & Amusement. For dining, Entourage Naperville offers upscale steak dinners and cocktails. Watts is also conveniently located for commuting, with Interstate 88 providing a route to Chicago's downtown, 34 miles east, and O’Hare International Airport, 31 miles north. Homes in Watts are typically large, with brick and wooden facades, and are found in subdivisions like Buttonwood and Countryside, featuring styles from modern farmhouses to traditional Craftsman designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Watts a good place to live?
Watts is a good place to live. Watts is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Watts is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Watts has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.0 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $174,767 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 72.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Watts are home owners, with 25.7% of residents renting and 74.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Watts can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Watts neighborhood guide.
Is Watts, IL a safe neighborhood?
Watts, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Watts?
The median home price in Watts is $420,555. If you put a 20% down payment of $84,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,180 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $93K a year to afford the median home price in Watts. The average household income in Watts is $175K.
What are the best public schools in Watts?
The best public schools that serve Watts are:
What are the best private schools in Watts?
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Home Trends in Watts, IL
On average, homes in Watts, Naperville sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Watts, Naperville over the last 12 months is $335,000, down 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$315,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$355,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$466,111
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$230
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$420,555
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-28%