


City Guide
Naperville, IL
Overview
Naperville, IL is well known for the Naperville Public Library, named the best public library in the U.S. by the Library Journal. The city has 149,540 people, so living in Naperville provides a great balance of small-town charm and big city living. An interesting fact is that the city's Naperville Riverwalk features 1.75 miles of brick paths, trails, bridges, and more for people to enjoy. Another cool tidbit is that the popular Centennial Beach was made out of an unwanted quarry and holds 6.2 million gallons of water.
What’s it like to live in Naperville, IL ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Naperville, IL you'll find that the median sale price is
$522,500
and homes stay on the market for 44 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Naperville are $737,500
and $297,500
, respectively. Naperville area townhouses have a median sale price of $382,500
, 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 Naperville, ILExplore our Naperville housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Naperville home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Naperville rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Naperville rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Naperville, 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 Naperville
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Brookdale | $532,500 | 59 / 100 | 35 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Carillon Club | $566,000 | 54 / 100 | 4 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Cress Creek | $425,000 | 52 / 100 | 36 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Fox Valley | $300,000 | 75 / 100 | 45 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
White Eagle | $882,500 | 56 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Naperville Articles & Neighborhood Content
Read more on the Redfin blogPopular homes for sale in Naperville
See all homes for saleRental listings in Naperville
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsNaperville Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 16% of Naperville homebuyers searched to move out of Naperville, while 84% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Naperville from outside metros.
- Peoria homebuyers searched to move into Naperville more than any other metro followed by New York and Springfield.
Where are people moving to Naperville from?
- 84% of Naperville homebuyers searched to stay within the Naperville metropolitan area.
Where are people from Naperville moving to?
Number of People Moving to Naperville
least
most
People are moving to Naperville 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 |
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 Naperville, IL ?
There are countless places to visit in Naperville, IL, that will satisfy anyone moving to the area. With four museums to check out, make sure to add DuPage Children's Museum, Martin-Mitchell Mansion Museum, and Gregg House Museum to your list. Naperville also has a great art and culture scene, with performing arts venues like Wentz Concert Hall and Last Fling Main Stage. If you're looking to head outside, Riverwalk Park, Commissioners Park, and Green Valley County Forest Preserve are just a handful of the lush parks and green spaces you'll find throughout the city. There are a variety of unique eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in Naperville. Don't miss out on popular spots like Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, and Angeli's Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Naperville
What's the best way to get around Naperville, IL ?
The best way to get around Naperville is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Naperville has a walk score of 34, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Naperville has a transit score of 12, and almost all errands require a car. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 60504 and 60540. You can also get around Naperville by bike. With a bike score of 45, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Naperville Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Naperville has 2 heavy rail stations; The Metra Station, Metra. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
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 16 car rental locations.