A peaceful Fox River town offering scenic riverside living, nature trails, affordable housing options, and easy access to I-88 for commuters.
North Aurora is a charming, welcoming village along the Fox River in Kane County, located approximately 40 miles west of downtown Chicago. With a population of around 18,000 residents, it offers a relaxed, small-town atmosphere while providing convenient access to major highways and neighboring suburban hubs. Known for its waterfront parks, nature preserves, and family-friendly environment, North Aurora delivers great value for suburban living.
Population: ~18,000 residents.
Prime Location: Situated directly along the I-88 Reagan Memorial Tollway for smooth commuting across the Chicago western suburbs.
School Districts: Primarily served by West Aurora School District 129, along with portions served by Batavia Public School District 101.
Red Oak Nature Center: Tucked along the Fox River, featuring hiking trails through oak forests, wildlife habitats, and interactive nature education programs.
Fox River Trail: Miles of paved multi-use paths running right through the heart of the village, perfect for biking, running, and scenic river walks.
Mooseheart & Local Parks: Surrounded by expansive open green spaces, sports fields, and community parks designed for outdoor activities and family gatherings.
North Aurora offers an accessible housing market with a healthy mix of established single-family homes, low-maintenance townhouses, and newer subdivision developments. Buyers choose North Aurora for its competitive property prices compared to neighboring suburbs, strong community spirit, and ideal location along the Fox River and I-88 corridor.
18,691 people live in North Aurora, where the median age is 42.1 and the average individual income is $51,135. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around North Aurora, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including ALDI, Woodman's Sushi Bar, and BP.
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| Dining · $ | 0.15 miles | 10 reviews | 3.3/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 1.15 miles | 8 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.22 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.22 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.19 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.07 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.56 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.62 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.62 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.05 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.05 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.2 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.2 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.21 miles | 2 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.57 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.57 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.57 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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| Beauty | 0.57 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.62 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.98 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.07 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.17 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.18 miles | 20 reviews | 3.3/5 stars | |
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North Aurora has 7,162 households, with an average household size of 2.57. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in North Aurora do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 18,691 people call North Aurora home. The population density is 1,974 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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