Why Live in Sugar Grove
Sugar Grove, Illinois, located just west of Aurora, offers a blend of rural charm and modern development. With a population of just under 10,000, this village has maintained its agricultural roots while evolving into a bustling suburb. The community is known for its active social scene, with subdivisions often having their own Facebook pages. Housing options include 21st-century New Traditional homes in Prestbury and midcentury ranch-style homes near Volunteer Park. Sugar Grove serves as a bedroom community for Aurora and Chicago, with the closest Metra stop 8 miles east in Aurora. The village is home to Waubonsee Community College and the Kaneland School District, which is highly rated for its academics and athletics. Residents enjoy nearly 20 public parks, including Harter Community Park and Woof Run Dog Park, as well as the 11-mile Virgil Gilman Nature Trail accessible from Bliss Woods Forest Preserve. Local attractions include the Air Classics Museum, the annual Sugar Grove Corn Boil, and the Sugar Grove Pumpkin Farm. Dining options are limited to a few locally-owned eateries, while grocery stores like Jewel-Osco and Aldi are conveniently located along Route 47. Winters in Sugar Grove are windy and snowy, with higher snowfall than the state average, and the area has a higher-than-average risk of tornadoes, with early warning sirens in place for severe weather alerts.
Home Trends in Sugar Grove, IL
On average, homes in Sugar Grove, IL sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Sugar Grove, IL over the last 12 months is $420,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$420,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$430,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$311,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$285,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$192
Number of Homes for Sale
37
Last 12 months Home Sales
188
Median List Price
$435,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%