Why Live in Wheatland South
Wheatland South, located on the southwest side of Naperville, IL, features mid-sized homes from the 1970s on spacious half-acre lots. The neighborhood is known for its split-level and ranch-style homes, many with cobblestone façades and built-in garages. Some newer homes from the mid-2000s with brick exteriors can also be found. The area is served by the highly rated Indian Prairie School District 204, including Oliver Julian Kendall Elementary School, Clifford Crone Middle School, and Neuqua Valley High School. Local amenities include a Walgreens, a post office, and dining spots like Mo Tea & Banh Mi and Moose & Me Baking Company. Shopping options along Route 59 include Jewel-Osco, Aldi, and Amazon Fresh. Frontier Sports Complex offers various sports facilities, a skate park, and walking/biking trails, while the Fry Family YMCA provides swim lessons and youth programs. Tamarack Golf Club and Crestview Knoll Park offer additional recreational opportunities. Wheatland South is about 7 miles from downtown Naperville, 11 miles from Aurora, and 38 miles from Chicago, with convenient access to Route 59 and commuter trains from the Route 59 Metra station. The neighborhood is also close to medical facilities like Plainfield Emergency Center and major airports, including Chicago Midway and O’Hare International. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average, contributing to its appeal for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wheatland South a good place to live?
Wheatland South is a good place to live. Wheatland South is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Wheatland South is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Wheatland South has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.8 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $177,380 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 60.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Wheatland South are home owners, with 3.7% of residents renting and 96.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wheatland South can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wheatland South neighborhood guide.
Is Wheatland South, IL a safe neighborhood?
Wheatland South, 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 Wheatland South?
The median home price in Wheatland South is $539,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $108,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,640 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $113K a year to afford the median home price in Wheatland South. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Wheatland South is $177K.
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Home Trends in Wheatland South, IL
On average, homes in Wheatland South, Naperville sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Wheatland South, Naperville over the last 12 months is $578,000, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$578,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$536,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$252
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$539,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%