City Guide
Carpentersville, IL
Overview
Carpentersville, IL, is famous for its concentration of parks and forest preserves and the rushing Fox River. Carpentersville has 36,494 residents, so moving to Carpentersville will provide a welcoming and small-town feel. One fun fact about the city is that it is the largest community in Dundee Township. Another being it was once connected with Elgin and the rest of the Fox Valley by a network of trolley cars.
What’s it like to live in Carpentersville, IL ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Carpentersville, IL you'll find that the median sale price is
$252,000
and homes stay on the market for 47 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Carpentersville are $274,000
and $239,000
, respectively. Carpentersville area townhouses have a median sale price of $235,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Carpentersville, ILExplore our Carpentersville housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Carpentersville home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Carpentersville rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Carpentersville rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Carpentersville, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Carpentersville
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleepy Hollow Manor | $472,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Weck's Subdivision | $351,250 | 67 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| East Algonquin | $336,500 | 65 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Northwest Elgin | $269,000 | 47 / 100 | 57 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| West Algonquin | $393,450 | 66 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Carpentersville
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Carpentersville Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 16% of Carpentersville homebuyers searched to move out of Carpentersville, while 84% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Carpentersville from outside metros.
- Peoria homebuyers searched to move into Carpentersville more than any other metro followed by New York and Springfield.
Where are people moving to Carpentersville from?
- 84% of Carpentersville homebuyers searched to stay within the Carpentersville metropolitan area.
- Cape Coral was the most popular destination among Carpentersville homebuyers followed by Phoenix and Sarasota.
Where are people from Carpentersville moving to?
Number of People Moving to Carpentersville
least
most
People are moving to Carpentersville from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,083 | ||
| 2 | 865 | ||
| 3 | 752 | ||
| 4 | 732 | ||
| 5 | 646 | ||
| 6 | 519 | ||
| 7 | 360 | ||
| 8 | 337 | ||
| 9 | 270 | ||
| 10 | 254 | ||
People are leaving Carpentersville for
| Outbound | Net outflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 2,072 | ||
| 2 | 1,350 | ||
| 3 | 1,165 | ||
| 4 | 1,083 | ||
| 5 | 1,023 | ||
| 6 | 997 | ||
| 7 | 995 | ||
| 8 | 968 | ||
| 9 | 909 | ||
| 10 | 778 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Carpentersville, IL ?
Some of the most popular things to do in Carpentersville, IL range from exploring local parks, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. There are also countless landmarks you can check out in Carpentersville. And with local artisans and nature to take inspiration from, you'll find plenty of unique stores that make Carpentersville's downtown special. Dundee Township Park District, Carpenter Park, and Grandview Park are just a handful of the amazing parks and green spaces you'll find throughout the city. If you love food, El Molino Mexican Restaurant, New China Restaurant, and New Hunan Restaurant are some of the many restaurants to check out while in the city.
Explore some of the best things to do in Carpentersville
What's the best way to get around Carpentersville, IL ?
The best way to get around Carpentersville is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Carpentersville has a walk score of 31, meaning this area is car dependent. You can also get around Carpentersville by bike. With a bike score of 39, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Carpentersville Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 3 car rental locations.
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