Why Live in West Wheaton
West Wheaton is a residential neighborhood offering a mix of amenities and entertainment options. The area is known for its proximity to parks and the DuPage Event Center & Fairgrounds, which hosts events like the DuPage County Fair and the Midwest Train Show. Shopping is convenient with big-name stores like Target and Kohl's at the corner of Roosevelt and County Farm Road, while the Downtown Wheaton Association supports local businesses with events and outdoor dining on Hale Street. Residents enjoy a variety of things to do, including visiting Amante Marketplace for home decor or dining at The Burger Social. The neighborhood features a range of home styles, from Cape Cods and ranchers to colonials, with many homes built in the 1980s and '90s. Tree-shaded cul-de-sacs and subdivisions with long driveways provide privacy and a suburban feel.
West Wheaton is served by highly rated schools such as Madison Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School, Monroe Middle School, Edison Middle School, Wheaton North High School, Wheaton Warrenville South High School, and St. Francis High School. The area is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Illinois Prairie Path, Graf Park, Lincoln Marsh, and Cosley Zoo. The Chicago Golf Club is a notable landmark, consistently ranked in Golf Digest's top 100. Commuters benefit from two Metra stations on the Union Pacific West Line, providing a 45-minute ride to downtown Chicago, and easy access to highways I-88 and I-355. Healthcare needs are met by nearby Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital and Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Wheaton a good place to live?
West Wheaton is a good place to live. West Wheaton is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. West Wheaton is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. West Wheaton has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.1 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $122,978 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 57.8% of residents. A majority of residents in West Wheaton are home owners, with 25.6% of residents renting and 74.4% of residents owning their home. A
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Is West Wheaton, IL a safe neighborhood?
West Wheaton, 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 West Wheaton?
The median home price in West Wheaton is $389,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $77,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,030 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 West Wheaton. The average household income in West Wheaton is $123K.
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Home Trends in West Wheaton, IL
On average, homes in West Wheaton, Wheaton sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in West Wheaton, Wheaton over the last 12 months is $388,053, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$388,053
Median Single Family Sale Price
$462,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$399,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$247,750
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$197,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$252
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
178
Median List Price
$389,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%