Naperville Homes For Sale

The City of Naperville has all the charm of an 18th century settlement but still captures the essence of the convenient Chicago Metro area, located only 28 miles away. Naperville is the oldest city in DuPage County and continues to be one of the fastest-growing communities in the country. Today, Naperville is the fourth largest city in Illinois with a population of about 135,000 people. Residents here can often be seen strolling through downtown Naperville and frequenting the many family-owned shops and restaurants featuring the finest of many international cuisines.

Not only has Naperville been ranked as one of the top communities in the United States to raise children, retire and start a home-based business, the city also boasts nationally acclaimed schools, the best public library system in the country and an exceptionally low crime rate. Here are just a few of Naperville's gorgeous communities:

Tamarack Fairways:

One of Naperville´s most beautiful subdivisions is located in South Naperville at Route 59 and Royal Worlington Drive. This is a fine golf and tennis community with large lots. Tamarack Fairways has 185 homes that range in size from 2473 square feet to 6475 square feet (per the Wheatland Township Tax Assessor). The first homes in Tamarack Fairways were built beginning in 1988. The sales activity for 2006 is as follows:

• Home Sales Closed: none so far this year, several closings pending.
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Tamarack West:

Located just west of Tamarack Fairways near 111th and 248th Streets. Tamarack West has 79 gorgeous custom homes that range in size from 3213 square feet to 6111 square feet (per the Wheatland Township Tax Assessor). The first homes in this development were built in the year 2000 and new home construction opportunities continue. The sales activity for 2006 is as follows:

• Home Sales Closed: none so far this year
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Clow Creek:

This is a wonderful neighborhood of 259 custom built homes ranging in size from 1836 square feet to 3737 square feet. Homes were constructed beginning in 1995 with most completed by 1998. Clow Creek is situated near Book Road and 104th Street and is part of the award winning Indian Prairie Community School District 204. The sales activity for 2006 is as follows:

• Home Sales Closed: 1
• Average Sales Price: $431,501
• Average Market Time: 80 days

School Information

District 203

District 203 encompasses about 32 square miles of land 28 miles west of Chicago. Its boundaries take in much of the City of Naperville, parts of the Village of Lisle, and single subdivisions in the communities of Bolingbrook, Warrenville, and Woodridge.

Recognized nationally, and beyond, as a world class educational system, District 203 eighth graders ranked first in the world in science and sixth in math among the 38 nations and consortiums that participated in the 1999 Third International Math and Science Study (TIMSS). For the past 12 years, District 203 has been listed among the nation's top 14% of public schools to be recognized by SchoolMatch with the "What Parents Want" award. The Center for Leadership in School Reform has selected District 203 as a "Standard-Bearer District." The Illinois Tax Foundation has credited the school district with providing top quality education and the most efficient use of tax dollars. District 203 was also bestowed with a Lincoln Award for Commitment to Excellence by the Lincoln Foundation for Business Excellence.

In District 203, over 19,000 students are educated in the 21 facilities, including 14 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The graduation rate is one of the highest in the state, at 96.6%, with 98% of those graduates planning to continue education in a two or four year college.

Indian Prairie School District 204:

Encompasses 46 square miles in western DuPage and northern Will counties and includes portions of Naperville, Aurora, Bolingbrook, and Plainfield. There are about 28,200+ students enrolled in K-12 with 1,950 teachers and 31 schools. District 204 has 1 pre-school, 21 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 2 high schools and 1 alternative high school.

Student Achievement is a high priority for the district. Students routinely score significantly higher than state averages on standardized tests. A recent survey of parents indicates that they are very satisfied with the district's educational programs, district resources, student environment and communications practices. The community also supports its schools through programs offered by the Indian Prairie Education Foundation. Faculty are routinely recognized for their achievements with students in state and national programs.