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Community Guide
The county seat of Kendall County — where Fox River living meets suburban growth, top-rated schools, and real community character.
Quick Facts
About Yorkville
Yorkville is the county seat of Kendall County, a growing city of nearly 25,000 residents along the Fox River about 50 miles southwest of downtown Chicago. It is the kind of community where you can kayak the Fox River on a Saturday morning, walk to a locally owned restaurant for lunch on Bridge Street, and still get to a Cubs game by first pitch.
Originally settled in 1836, Yorkville retains real historic character — the original downtown district along the Fox River still anchors the community — while simultaneously ranking among the fastest-growing suburbs in the Chicago metro area. Over the past two decades, the population has more than tripled, driven by families and professionals drawn to the combination of quality schools, newer housing stock, and a cost of living that undercuts Naperville, Geneva, and the closer-in western suburbs by a significant margin.
The housing market here is diverse. Buyers will find everything from new-construction townhomes in Grande Reserve starting in the low $300s to single-family homes with acreage in the rural western portions of the city. D.R. Horton, Ryan Homes, and regional builders maintain active communities, and the resale market includes established neighborhoods like Bristol Bay, Autumn Creek, and Whitetail Ridge with mature trees and community amenities.
Yorkville sits at the intersection of Route 34 and Route 47, with I-88 access roughly 10 minutes north. The drive to downtown Chicago runs about 60 minutes outside of rush hour. Metra commuter rail from the Aurora station — 15 minutes east — reaches Union Station in approximately one hour. For daily commuters to Naperville, the I-88 tech corridor, or Aurora employment centers, the drive is 20 to 30 minutes.
Market Insights
The Yorkville housing market continues to attract buyers at every price point. Homes in well-maintained neighborhoods are moving quickly — many within two weeks of listing — and the median sold price has held steady near $380,000 over the past year. Here is what our team is seeing on the ground.
Median home prices in Yorkville have appreciated steadily, sitting near $380,000 for single-family homes. Townhomes and condos offer entry points in the $290,000–$340,000 range. Compared to Naperville ($525K+) or Oswego ($400K+), Yorkville delivers more square footage per dollar.
Active builders include D.R. Horton and Ryan Homes in Grande Reserve, with townhomes starting in the low $300s and single-family ranch homes from the $400s. New construction remains a strong draw for buyers who want modern finishes without a bidding war on resale inventory.
Family relocations from Cook County, DuPage County, and Chicago continue to drive demand. Hybrid and remote workers have expanded the buyer pool as the 60-minute commute becomes a one- or two-day-a-week consideration rather than a daily factor.
Inventory remains tight relative to demand in the $300K–$450K range, which is the most competitive segment. Homes priced correctly in that window are attracting multiple offers. Above $500K, buyers have more negotiating room and longer selection windows.
Rental demand in Yorkville is strong, with median gross rents exceeding $2,000/month. The combination of population growth, new commercial development along Route 34, and continued residential expansion makes Yorkville a compelling market for long-term investors.
Pricing accurately from the start is critical. Homes that are priced right at listing are selling in under two weeks with strong terms. Professional photography and strategic online marketing make a measurable difference in final sale price and days on market.
Explore Neighborhoods
Yorkville’s neighborhoods each have their own personality — from master-planned communities with clubhouses and pools to established subdivisions with mature lots and walkable streets. Here are the neighborhoods our buyers ask about most.
Yorkville’s largest master-planned community with a 4,200 sq ft clubhouse, three pools, walking paths, and an on-site elementary school. D.R. Horton and Ryan Homes are actively building townhomes and ranch-style singles here. Home prices range from the low $300s to $500K+.
Explore Grande Reserve →A well-established single-family community with its own elementary school, community park, and mature tree-lined streets. Homes here are primarily 3- to 5-bedroom single-family residences built in the mid-2000s. One of the most sought-after subdivisions in Yorkville.
Explore Bristol Bay →Built by Centex and Pulte Homes between 2006 and 2017, Autumn Creek offers a mix of single-family homes, townhomes, and condos. Located north of Highway 34 and east of McHugh Road, with home sizes ranging from 1,150 to 4,075 sq ft.
Explore Autumn Creek →Adjacent to Whitetail Ridge Golf Course, this single-family community built by McCue Builders features expansive homes on generous lots. Known for quality construction and a quiet, residential feel. A strong choice for buyers who want space and a golf-course setting.
Explore Whitetail Ridge →A diverse subdivision off Schoolhouse Road featuring townhomes, duplexes, and single-family homes built between 2004 and 2007. Offers some of the most affordable entry points in Yorkville with proximity to schools and commercial amenities along Route 34.
Explore Raintree Village →A newer single-family community on the west side of Yorkville featuring ranch and two-story floor plans. Windett Ridge appeals to buyers who want newer construction at competitive prices, with easy access to Route 47 and the rural western portions of the city.
Explore Windett Ridge →A centrally located Yorkville neighborhood with single-family homes and convenient access to schools, parks, and downtown. Heartland Circle offers mid-range pricing in an established, walkable setting.
Explore Heartland Circle →A residential community on the eastern edge of Yorkville with wooded lots and a nature-oriented setting. Blackberry Woods attracts buyers who value tree cover, privacy, and proximity to both Yorkville and Oswego amenities.
Explore Blackberry Woods →Located near the heart of Yorkville with quick access to downtown Bridge Street, the Fox River, and local schools. A mix of home styles and lot sizes in a neighborhood with real character and proximity to everything Yorkville offers.
Explore Cannonball Trail →Homes for Sale
Browse current Yorkville listings updated directly from the MLS. Every active home, townhome, condo, and lot in Yorkville is displayed below. Use the search filters to narrow results by price, bedrooms, or property type.
Popular Searches
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Education
Education is one of the primary reasons families choose Yorkville. The city is served primarily by Yorkville Community Unit School District 115, which covers 85 square miles and educates more than 7,100 students across 11 schools from preschool through high school graduation.
Serving the Bristol Bay neighborhood. CUSD 115. Pre-K through 5th grade with strong community involvement and an active PTO.
Located in the Autumn Creek subdivision. CUSD 115. Pre-K through 5th grade. One of the district’s newer school buildings.
On-site within the Grande Reserve community. CUSD 115. Pre-K through 5th grade. Walkable for families in the subdivision.
CUSD 115. Serves 5th and 6th graders as a transition between elementary and middle school.
CUSD 115. 7th and 8th grade. Strong extracurricular programs including athletics, arts, and academic competitions.
CUSD 115. 9th through 12th grade. Comprehensive academic, athletic, and career-technical programs. Yorkville Foxes.
Private K–12 school offering a faith-based educational alternative in Yorkville for families seeking smaller class sizes.
Located nearby with a campus in Sugar Grove. Offers associate degrees, transfer programs, and workforce development for Yorkville-area residents.
School district boundaries do not always follow village limits. Buyers purchasing near municipal borders should verify their specific school assignment. Our team can help clarify which schools serve a given address.
Life in Yorkville
Yorkville is not just a place to buy a home — it is a place to build a life. The Fox River anchors the recreational identity of the city, and the mix of parks, trails, local dining, and community events makes it one of the most livable suburbs in the western Chicago metro area.
Kayaking, canoeing, and fishing on the Fox River. The Fabulous Fox Water Trail runs directly through Yorkville. Launch from Bicentennial Riverfront Park or the Marge Cline Whitewater Course — one of the only urban whitewater courses in the Midwest.
Kendall County Forest Preserve trails, Hoover Forest Preserve with 400+ acres of river views, Saw Wee Kee Park with BMX trails, Beecher Community Park for sports and family recreation, and the Fox River Trail for biking and walking.
The largest waterpark in Illinois is right here in Yorkville. A major family destination through the summer months with wave pools, water slides, a lazy river, and seasonal events.
Yorkville’s restaurant scene is anchored by locally owned spots: Crusade Burger Bar, Parma Pizza Bar, Station One Smokehouse, Craft’d Yorkville, Italian Soda House, The Vault, Grace Cafe & Wine Bar, and Flame Kabob Grill.
The Kendall County Fair (one of Illinois’ largest), Hometown Days Festival, seasonal farmers markets at Riverfront Park, River Fest, Margaritas en Mayo, and a full calendar of community programming year-round.
Whitetail Ridge Golf Course offers 18 holes within city limits. Fox Bend Golf Course in Oswego and Blackberry Oaks in Bristol are nearby. Silver Springs State Park provides hiking, fishing, and wildlife observation across 1,350 acres.
Relocation Guide
Whether you are relocating from Chicago, the inner suburbs, or out of state, here is what you need to know about making Yorkville home.
Most buyers relocating to Yorkville are coming from Cook County, DuPage County, or the city of Chicago. The primary draws are more house for the dollar, highly rated schools in CUSD 115, larger lots, newer construction, and a community-oriented lifestyle that is hard to find closer to the city. Remote and hybrid workers have accelerated this trend as the daily commute becomes less of a deciding factor.
Yorkville’s cost of living is roughly 12% above the national average — driven primarily by housing — but remains well below Naperville, Geneva, or the established DuPage County suburbs. A $400,000 budget in Yorkville buys a 4-bedroom home with a 2-car garage and a yard. The same budget in Naperville might get a townhome or a dated ranch that needs work.
The effective property tax rate in Yorkville averages around 2.96%. While this is above the national average, the lower home values compared to DuPage and Kane County mean the actual dollar amount of your annual tax bill is often comparable to — or less than — what you would pay in a closer-in suburb for a similarly sized home. The median annual tax bill in Kendall County is approximately $8,000.
Yorkville is still growing — new commercial development, new parks, and new school construction are ongoing. The Route 34 corridor provides the main retail and dining options, and downtown Bridge Street is becoming a walkable dining and gathering district along the Fox River. You will have everything you need within the community, with Aurora and Naperville 15–25 minutes away for anything else.
Local Resources
Everything you need to get settled in Yorkville — from setting up utilities to connecting with local government and community services.
| Utility | Provider |
|---|---|
| Electric | ComEd • 800-334-7661 |
| Natural Gas | Nicor Gas • 888-642-6748 |
| Water & Sewer | City of Yorkville • 630-553-8522 |
| Trash & Recycling | City of Yorkville (Groot) |
| Internet | Comcast/Xfinity • Metronet |
| Organization | Contact |
|---|---|
| City of Yorkville | yorkville.il.us • 630-553-4350 |
| Kendall County | kendallcountyil.gov |
| School District (CUSD 115) | y115.org |
| Yorkville Public Library | yorkville.lib.il.us |
| Parks & Recreation | Yorkville Parks & Rec |
| Forest Preserve | kendallforest.com |
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Your Local Experts
O’Neil Property Group is a locally rooted real estate team led by Kealan O’Neil, Designated Managing Broker, with a physical office at 201 E Veterans Parkway in Yorkville — right in the heart of the community we serve. This is not a team that covers Yorkville as an afterthought. It is our home market, and that distinction matters.
Our office is at 201 E Veterans Parkway in Yorkville. We live and work in this community every day. Our agents know which streets flood, which builders cut corners, and which neighborhoods hold value.
We track pricing trends, inventory shifts, and new construction activity across every Yorkville subdivision. This level of detail translates directly into better pricing strategies for sellers and smarter offers for buyers.
From initial consultation through closing, our team handles professional photography, strategic pricing, targeted marketing, contract negotiation, and closing coordination — for both buyers and sellers.
We work directly with builders in Grande Reserve, Whispering Meadows, and other active communities. Our team can guide you through the new-construction process — including incentive negotiation — at no additional cost.
For investors looking at Yorkville’s growing rental market, we provide rental demand analysis, cash flow projections, and access to both on-market and off-market investment opportunities.
Our Google reviews reflect what our clients consistently say: responsive communication, local expertise, and results. We earn referrals by delivering a level of service that national brokerages and online platforms cannot match.
Client Reviews
See why families across Yorkville and Kendall County trust O’Neil Property Group for their real estate needs.
The process of selling our home with Ryan was as seamless as one could hope for! He was so professional and supportive throughout the entire process. With some caveats to... read more
Kelly HelsternWorking with O’Neil Property Group was hands-down one of the best decisions I’ve made as a first-time investor. Kealan and his team guided me through every step of the process... read more
Brandon BernickyKealan was great to work with and made selling our house easy. We would definitely call O'Neil Property Group again!
Martha JedlickaWow what a great experience. Kealan and his team sold my house very quickly and had multiple offers.
Kris MizelKealan was wonderful and so responsive. He was patient and kind. I would recommend Kealan to anyone!
Mary IhnenfeldWhat a great experience we had selling our home, in Plano IL, with O'Neil Property Group-Realter. They kept us informed every step of the way and that made it easy on... read more
Andrea IderanKealan went out of his way to show us houses and help us throughout the whole process. I hope we never move again, but if we do, I would use... read more
Kerri FLoved working with Kealan to buy our home in Yorkville. Very knowledgeable and got us our dream home in a tough market. Highly recommend.
Brent NormanKealan executed a perfect home sale and home purchase strategy to meet our expectations. We reached sales price, purchase price, and timing goals. Buyers and sellers from both sides posed... read more
Zach SeibelFrequently Asked Questions
Let O’Neil Property Group help you find the right home in Yorkville. With a physical office in the community and deep local knowledge of every neighborhood, school boundary, and market trend, our team is here to guide you from first search to closing day.
