Wheaton, Illinois

Located 25 miles west of Chicago, City of Wheaton occupies 11.2 square miles with a population of around 55,000 residents. Wheaton ranked No. 54 in the 2008 Money Magazine national listing of the best places to live in America. The magazine noted Wheaton's diverse group of organizations and outstanding park district and library. Chicago magazine ranked Wheaton the "healthiest of Chicago's largest suburbs" in 2005 because of its low crime rate, vast open spaces and thriving downtown. Wheaton real estate is special because an entire 17% of land use is for commercial purposes and which is located in several business districts such as North Main Street, downtown, Danada, and more. The Wheaton residential market is equally impressive, with single family homes in Wheaton ranging in price from approximately $150,000 to more than $2.5 million. Wheaton townhouses and condos range from $110,000 to well over $1 million.

Well known for it mature trees, historic neighborhoods, and home-town charm, Wheaton also has easy access to major retailers, fine restaurants, and shopping which makes this a great place to live for individuals, couples, and families alike. Unique amenities such as the Clocktower Commons Park - which has a skateboarding and rollerblading park and miniature golf – Danada Equestrian Center, Farmers Market, and the DuPage County Fair make for a fun and active community. Wheaton is also home to the DuPage county government complex making municipal transactions a breeze!

A few things Wheaton has to offer:

• Many choices for dining and shopping: A wide array of restaurants and shops are available throughout the city, from downtown Wheaton to the Danada area and beyond.
• Top-rated schools: Wheaton’s schools consistently rank among the highest in the state, offering students a quality education and a wealth of opportunities.
• A healthy place to live: Chicago magazine ranked Wheaton the “healthiest of Chicago’s largest suburbs” because of its low crime rate, vast open spaces and thriving downtown.
• Nationally ranked library: Wheaton’s public library is rated one of the top 10 in the nation. In early 2007, it completed a massive expansion project, offering even more services to residents.
• Beautiful parks and recreation opportunities: The Wheaton Park District oversees 800 acres of land and 52 parks, offering an impressive array of outdoor activities.
• Access to healthcare: Wheaton is home to the Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, which recently opened a new 120-bed hospital. In addition, Central DuPage Hospital, which earned U.S. News and World Report’s No. 37 in the nation for its orthopedics program by U.S. News and World Report in 2007, is located in nearby Winfield.