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Welcome To

Downers Grove

Relaxed suburban village with large parks and open space.

Welcome to Downers Grove

Relaxed suburban village with large parks and open space.

Downers Grove is a comfortable suburban village of nearly 50,000 residents approximately 25 miles to Chicago’s southwest. The village has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Friendlies Towns and one of the Top 10 Livable Cities for kids by Livability.com.  Downers Grove attracts young professionals who commute into Chicago or work at local companies. The community is sustainability-focused with a green business recognition program, projects to restore native areas, and rain barrels distributed throughout the village.

What to Love

  • Relaxed village vibe
  • Sprawling parks and open spaces
  • Proximity to employment opportunities
  • Mix of historic and contemporary homes

People & Lifestyle

Close to many areas of work and play, Downers Grove is a popular destination for people of all lifestyles.  For commuters, there are three stations in town with 25 minutes express trains to the Chicago Loop.  Locally, the village is also home to Dover Corporation and regional offices of corporations such as MetLife and Microsoft.  Yorktown and Oakbrook shopping malls are minutes away as are major expressways I-355 and I-88.  There is a lively downtown area and several large parks with many community events organized throughout the year.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Popular restaurants along the Downers Grove stretch of Ogden Avenue include counter-serve Mexican eatery Los Burritos Tapatios, classic diners The Baked Apple Breakfast Co. and Omega Pancake House and my personal favorite Oberweis Dairy which serves premium, delicious ice cream treats!  Ogden Avenue is also known as a major hub for automobile dealerships.

More restaurants can be found clustered along Main Street in Downers Grove. Local favorites include Southeast Asian cuisine at Thai Café, tacos and burritos at Alfredo’s Taqueria, or Italian dishes at  Gatto’s Italian Restaurant & Bar.  Nightlife options include live music and trivia nights at Ballydoyle Irish Pub, house beers at upscale microbrewery Emmett’s Brewing Company, and drinks, pub grub, and live sports at Another Round Bar & Grill.

The North end of town near Yorktown Mall includes delicious upscale fare for wine enthusiasts at Parker’s Restaurant, known for its happy hours and globally inspired dishes derived from fresh American sources and Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant which has a dedicated wine tasting room and members only wine club.  Family friendly dining options Honey Jam Café and Juicy O are just down the street near stores like Kirland, Michaels, Kohls and Best Buy.

Things to Do

The Tivoli Theater on Highland Avenue is a classic 1920s movie house built In French Renaissance style. While most cinemas of this type have been remodeled to add additional screens, the Tivoli Theater has retained its original layout with one large screen and over 1,000 seats. It also serves as a performance venue with concerts from touring bands and the Midwest Ballet Theatre Company. Downers Grove Public Library in the downtown area is a wonderful public resource with book clubs and other social activities, 3D printing facilities, and a media lab.

The expansive Hidden Lake Forest Preserve covers almost 400 acres and features more than two miles of trails for hiking and jogging. The preserve surrounds the 10-acre Eagle Lake and 15-acre Round Meadow Lake, both of which are popular fishing spots. Round Meadow Lake is also open for water-based activities such as kayaking and canoeing. Barth Pond in Patriots Park is another picturesque water feature in Downers Grove that is available for non-motorized boating. The 25+ acre park features walking trails, wetlands, picnic tables, and a playground. Also, Doerhoefer Park covers almost 15 acres and has a playground, basketball and tennis courts, and fields for baseball and football.

The community’s annual events include the highly popular GroveFest which draws thousands of people each Summer and the long standing Downtown Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival each September featuring live entertainment, a kids' art booth and over 50 artist exhibits.  There is also the Downers Grove 5 Miler and 8 Miler races each Fall.

Schools

Downers Grove has 11 elementary and 2 middle schools belonging to District 58. Downers Grove North and Downers Grove South high schools are a part of District 99, ranked the #16 school district in Illinois.  There are several private school options in Downers Grove for preschool, elementary and middle school children.  The vast majority are parochial; however, Avery Coonley is an independent school serving preschool through 8th grade that has been in existence since 1906.  Marquette Manor Baptist Academy is the only private high school in Downers Grove.



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4216 Forest Avenue

$409,900
4216 Forest Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,330 Sq.Ft.
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4224 Saratoga Avenue Unit: J-108

$173,500
4224 Saratoga Avenue Unit: J-108, Downers Grove, IL 60515
2 Beds | 1 Bath | 1,150 Sq.Ft.
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235 4th Street

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235 4th Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
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Overview for Downers Grove, IL

58,307 people live in Downers Grove, where the median age is 43.2 and the average individual income is $56,297.28. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

58,307

Total Population

43.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$56,297.28

Average individual Income

Around Downers Grove, IL

There's plenty to do around Downers Grove, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
64
Bikeable
Bike Score
31
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Shaghf Cafe, Sugarcube, and Jazzercise - Downers Grove.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Shaghf Cafe Logo
Dining 4.65 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Sugarcube Logo
Dining · $ 3.62 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Jazzercise - Downers Grove Logo
Active 0.54 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Superior Training Logo
Active 4.79 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Moya Makeup Logo
Beauty 1.61 miles 17 reviews 5/5 stars
Modern Effects Salon Suite Logo
Beauty 3.04 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Schools in Downers Grove, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Downers Grove. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Demographics and Employment Data for Downers Grove, IL

Population Households Employment

Downers Grove has 23,676 households, with an average household size of 4.88. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downers Grove do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 58,307 people call Downers Grove home. The population density is 3,157.345 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

58,307

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

43.19983706930557

Median Age

48.68 / 51.32%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
23,676

Total Households

4.88

Average Household Size

$56,297.28

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

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