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Living in Warrenville, Illinois

Warrenville is a smaller community on the DuPage River with forest preserves, trails and easy access to I-88, tucked between Naperville and Wheaton.

What it's like

Warrenville is a DuPage County city of about 15,000 residents, founded in 1833 and located just north of I-88. Its parks and preserves include Warrenville Grove Forest Preserve, McDowell Woods and McKee Marsh, and the city is near Cantigny to the east. Downtown sits at Butterfield and Batavia roads, and Cantera, a redeveloped former limestone quarry, adds a movie theater, restaurants, hotels and offices. The city also reports new townhome development in recent years.

Schools and getting around

Warrenville is part of Community Unit School District 200, and local students attend Wheaton Warrenville South High School in Wheaton. I-88, Illinois Route 59 and Illinois Route 56 make getting around the region straightforward, and local trails connect to the wider trail network.

Who tends to love it

People who want a small-town feel with easy highway access and open space, often as a more compact alternative to neighboring Naperville or Wheaton.

Questions

Warrenville, answered.

Which school district serves Warrenville?

Warrenville is part of Community Unit School District 200, and students attend Wheaton Warrenville South High School.

What is Cantera in Warrenville?

Cantera is a redeveloped former limestone quarry that now includes a movie theater, restaurants, hotels and offices.

General information, not legal, tax or financial advice. School boundaries, taxes and services vary by address, so confirm the details for any home you consider. Sources: Warrenville, Illinois, City of Warrenville profile.

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