Why Live in Jewell Road
Jewell Road in Wheaton is a dense suburb split between the village of Winfield and the city of Wheaton, located 30 miles from Chicago. This neighborhood is characterized by a mix of home styles, including modern split-level homes, traditional homes from the 1990s, and custom-built homes from the mid-2010s. The area is served by highly rated schools such as Carl Sandburg Elementary, Monroe Middle, and Wheaton North, which offer a variety of activities and clubs for students. Jewell Road is primarily car-focused, with limited sidewalks on residential streets, but it provides convenient access to highways 64 and 38 and is close to both the Winfield and Wheaton Metra stations for commuting to Chicago. Dining options near the Metra stations include Caliendo’s Restaurant and Bar, 302 Wheaton, Suzette’s French Wine Bar, and the Little Popcorn Store. Residents can shop at Mariano’s, located four miles away, or Target, just a mile and a half to the south. Local parks such as Herrick and Knolls Park offer playsets and greenspaces, while the nearby Lincoln Marsh Natural Area and Windfield Mounds provide extensive natural trails. The Cosley Zoo, situated on the eastern edge of the neighborhood, features over 200 animals and educational programs. The crime rate in Jewell Road is lower than the national average, contributing to a sense of safety in the community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jewell Road a good place to live?
Jewell Road is a good place to live. Jewell Road is considered very car-dependent and bikeable. Jewell Road is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Jewell Road has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.7 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $152,635 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 44.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Jewell Road are home owners, with 6.7% of residents renting and 93.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Jewell Road can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Jewell Road neighborhood guide.
Is Jewell Road, IL a safe neighborhood?
Jewell Road, 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 Jewell Road?
The median home price in Jewell Road is $414,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $83,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,040 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $87K a year to afford the median home price in Jewell Road. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Jewell Road is $153K.
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Home Trends in Jewell Road, IL
On average, homes in Jewell Road, Wheaton sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Jewell Road, Wheaton over the last 12 months is $422,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$422,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$415,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$447,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Median List Price
$414,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%