Featured Communities
School Districts
Valley View 365-U District
Naperville District 203
Indian Prarie District 204
Plainfield District 202
Zip Codes
60439, 60440, 60490
Counties
Will, Dupage
Boarding Communities
Woodridge, Romeoville, Plainfield, Naperville
Bolingbrook
Bolingbrook is one of the newer Chicagoland suburbs, having been established in the early 1960s. Recently Bolingbrook’s Park District was named a finalist of the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park Management, Facilities, and Programs. Their Park District includes many woodlands and parks, several community centers, and the Pelican Harbor Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Complex (recognized by Chicago Magazine in April 2004).
School Districts
Community Unit School District 200
Community Consolidated School District 89
Zip Codes
60187, 60189
Counties
DuPage
Boarding Communities
Naperville, Winfield, Glen Ellyn, Warrenville, Lisle, Carol Stream
Wheaton
Wheaton is located about 25 miles west of Chicago and Lake Michigan. It was founded in 1831 and has a population of around 60,000 residents. The Community Unit School District 200 provides Wheaton is public schooling, but Wheaton also offers many private schools for all ages. Historical homes and architecture pepper the Downtown area, which also offers great dining and boutique shopping to all who walk the cobblestone streets. The Wheaton Park District is a 4 time winner of the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence from the National Recreation and Park Association, this includes 52 parks that covers more that 800 acres of land. Across town lies the Town Square Shopping Center and Danada, which again offers great dining and shopping but has a more modern style attached to them. Any active person can certainly enjoy one of the three golf courses (Chicago Golf Club, Cantigny Park and Golf Course, and Arrowhead Golf Course), runs along the Illinois Prairie Path or Lincoln Marsh, or one can cool down at their choice of two public swimming pools. For one looking to raise a family in a strong community, look no further that Wheaton. It has something to offer for all ages.
School Districts
Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202
Zip Codes
60544, 60585, 60586
Counties
Will, Kendall
Boarding Communities
Naperville, Joliet, Aurora, Shorewood, Oswego, Bolingbrook, Minooka
Plainfield
Plainfield lies about 35 miles southwest of Chicago, holds a population of around 40,000 residents, and is one of the fastest growing communities in the area. Plainfield is located near several interstates and state highways which makes living or owning a business in Plainfield very accessible. Downtown Plainfield offers a historic atmosphere, with great shopping, dining and entertainment for all visitors for every season. The DuPage river and numerous trails and parks offers fantastic scenic outdoor recreations. If you are looking for a growing community with great opportunities, make sure to check out Plainfield.
School Districts
Aurora East School District 131
Aurora West School District 129
Indian Prarie School District 204
Batavia School District 101
Oswego Community Unit School District 308
Kaneland Community Unit School District 302
Zip Codes
60502, 60503, 60504, 60505, 60506, 60599
Counties
Kane, DuPage, Kendall, Will
Aurora
Located 40 miles west of Chicago, Aurora is the second largest city in the state of Illinois. The scenic Fox River runs through the heart of Aurora, separating the East from West side. Aurora offers many attractions in their downtown area, including Hollywood Casino, The Paramount Theater (listed in the National Registrer of Historical Places), Phillips Park Zoo, endless shopping and numerous parks and museums. If you’re looking to move to the second largest city in Illinois, with fabulous architecture and a rich history, Aurora is second to none.
School Districts
Naperville School District 203
Indian Prairie School District 204
Zip Codes
60540, 60563, 60564, 60565
Counties
DuPage, Will
Boarding Communities
Warrenville, Wheaton, Lisle, Woodridge, Bolingbrook, Plainfield, Aurora
Naperville
Naperville is located about 25 miles west of Chicago, and is one of the largest cities in the state of Illinois. Voted 2nd best place to live in the United States by “Money” magazine in 2006. In 2010, it also was named the wealthiest city in the Midwest and 11th wealthiest in the nation with a population over 75,000. In the heart of community lies Downtown Naperville. There you will find endless shopping, dining for any cuisine you are craving and entertainment around every corner. Throughout the year there are many events that are held for community and non-community members to enjoy, such as The Last Fling and Naperville Rib Fest. Community Unit School District 203 and Indian Prairie School District 204 serve Naperville, which consists of Naperville North High School, Naperville Central High School, Neuqua Valley High School, and Waubonsie Valley High School. North Central College is also located in the Downtown area. One looking to live in an established community that has everything to offer, Naperville may be your best fit!
