Living in Prescott Woods, Naperville

Builder

Prescott Development Group Townhomes · Rowhouses · 1998–2000

Home Size Range

1,818–2,150 Sq Ft 2–3 BR · 60540 · DuPage County

Current Price Range

Mid $300s – Low $500s Avg taxes ~$6,530/yr · HOA $379–$427/mo

Schools (D203)

Mill Street Elementary (K–5)
Jefferson Junior High (6–8)
Naperville North HS (9–12)

Local Context

• 48 units. That's it. Prescott Woods is one of Naperville's smallest and most intimate townhome communities. There are no strangers here after the first year. Low turnover, consistent ownership, and the kind of community character that forms naturally when the same people share the same space over decades. You're not buying a unit in a large development — you're joining a community of neighbors who know each other.
• The property tax story is significant. At an average of $7,530 annually, Prescott Woods carries one of the lowest property tax bills available in the 60563 zip code. For buyers who have been watching DuPage County tax assessments climb on larger single-family homes, this number changes the total cost calculation meaningfully — especially when paired with a mortgage that reflects the lower purchase price.
• The HOA does the work you don't want to do. At $379–$427 per month, the HOA covers exterior maintenance, landscaping, and common area upkeep. No lawn mowing. No snow removal. No weekend to-do list that follows you home. For downsizers moving out of a four-bedroom house and its maintenance demands, this is a genuinely different way to live.
• The location punches above the price point. North of Route 34, east of River Road — Prescott Woods sits in one of the most convenient western pockets of Naperville's 60540. Downtown is 1–2 miles away. The DuPage River Trail is nearby. The BNSF Metra is a short drive. At this price point and tax rate, this kind of location access is rare in Naperville.
• Naperville North is the high school. D203 feeds Jefferson Junior High and Naperville North — one of two nationally recognized D203 flagship high schools, consistently ranked in the top 5% of all Illinois high schools. For buyers with school-age children or for downsizers who want the D203 address, Prescott Woods delivers the pipeline without the price of a large single-family home.
• The floor plans are practical and livable. At 1,818 to 2,150 square feet, these rowhouses offer two to three bedrooms with enough space to live comfortably without the upkeep of a larger home. Well-suited to downsizers, single professionals, couples, and small families who want Naperville's schools and location without paying for bedrooms they won't use.
• DuPage County. Not Will County — that distinction matters when comparing townhome options further south along the Route 59 corridor.

Getting Around

• Downtown Naperville — 1–2 miles. Bikeable, near-walkable, and a short drive. The Riverwalk, farmers market, and full downtown dining and shopping corridor are genuinely close.
• BNSF Metra — 5–7 minutes by car. One of the most commuter-convenient addresses in 60540. Direct to Union Station in under an hour.
• DuPage River Trail — Accessible nearby. Trail connections to the broader Naperville greenway system without a significant drive.
• I-88 — 8–10 minutes. The northwest office and tech corridor is fully accessible in both directions.
• Edward-Elmhurst Hospital — 8–10 minutes. One of the top-rated hospitals in Illinois.
• O'Hare Airport — 35–40 minutes via I-88 east to I-294 north.
• Midway Airport — 40–45 minutes via I-55.
• Zip Code: 60540 · DuPage County · City of Naperville · HOA $379–$427/month

Coffee and Breakfast

• Sparrow Coffee — On the Riverwalk and practically at your doorstep from Prescott Woods. Serious espresso, minimalist space, and the kind of Saturday morning ritual that makes the short drive feel like an event. The best cup in Naperville, and one of the closest coffee shops to this neighborhood.
• Next Cafe — Family-owned downtown breakfast institution with locally sourced ingredients and a warm, unhurried pace. Close enough to walk to on a weekend morning from Prescott Woods.
• Buttermilk — A Naperville brunch staple just north of the neighborhood. Comfort-forward, consistently good, and the kind of place that fills up fast on Saturday for good reason.
• Arista Coffee and Cafe — Inside Hotel Arista on the Chicago Avenue corridor. A quieter, more refined start to the morning when the energy calls for something different.

Dinner and Going Out

• Meson Sabika — Spanish tapas in a 19th-century Naperville mansion, minutes away. One of the most distinctive dining experiences in the western suburbs and a natural choice when the neighborhood feels too close to stay home.
• Hugo's Frog Bar and Fish House — Downtown's anchor for a serious night out. Excellent seafood, strong cocktails, lively atmosphere — and a walk or very short drive from Prescott Woods.
• Sullivan's Steakhouse — Classic steakhouse on the downtown strip. Special occasion energy, impeccable service, and genuinely close to this neighborhood.
• La Sorella di Francesca — Consistently excellent Italian downtown. One of Naperville's most beloved restaurants — the first place locals take out-of-town guests, and close enough to feel like a neighborhood regular's spot.
• White Chocolate Grill — Casual-upscale that handles date nights and family dinners equally well without requiring a reservation a week out.
• Lou Malnati's — Deep dish within easy range. The reliable Friday night answer when nobody wants to decide.
• Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant — Wine club energy, broad menu, easy for any occasion. Multiple locations nearby.

Groceries and Errands

• Trader Joe's — Washington St. & Gartner corridor, 5–8 minutes. The most efficient errand run from this neighborhood.
• Whole Foods — 75th and rt 59, 10-15 minutes. Good for specialty, organic, and a quick-prepared foods dinner on a busy weeknight.
• Jewel-Osco — Multiple locations nearby. Open late and handles everything the specialty stores don't.
• Target and Costco — Both accessible off Ogden and Naper Blvd for the longer list or bulk run.

Outside and Active

• DuPage River Trail — Accessible nearby. Trail connections through the DuPage River corridor and into the broader Naperville greenway system — one of the defining outdoor advantages of this part of the city.
• Knoch Park — Baseball diamonds, softball fields, tennis courts, multi-purpose fields, accessible playground, and trails. One of the most fully featured parks in Naperville and minutes from the neighborhood.
• Pioneer Park — Green space, sports fields, and open parkland a short distance away. A consistent gathering point for families on this side of Naperville.
• Bailey Hobson Woods — Wooded trails along the DuPage River, named for DuPage County's first settler. Quiet, restorative, and within easy reach of Prescott Woods.
• Naperville Riverwalk — About 1.5 miles away. The 1.75-mile DuPage River path through downtown Naperville is one of the great free experiences in the Chicago suburbs — and closer to Prescott Woods than almost any other townhome community in the city.
• Centennial Beach — About 2 miles away. The former quarry-turned-municipal-pool is a Naperville summer institution — and an easy drive from this neighborhood.
• Knoch Knolls Park — 2.8-mile loop trail, 5 bridges, 2 rivers, canoe launch, disc golf, and picnic groves. One of Naperville's best outdoor experiences and a short drive south.

First Move Into Naperville

Why Buyers Target Prescott Woods

The lowest property taxes in 60540, a D203 pipeline feeding Naperville Central, and a location that competes with neighborhoods twice the price. Prescott Woods is where smart buyers land when they do the math.

• Mill Street Elementary — Jefferson Jr. High — Naperville North HS. Top 5% in Illinois — at this price point, this pipeline is almost unmatched in the market.
• Avg taxes ~$7,530/yr — one of the lowest in 60540 · DuPage County
• 1,818–2,150 sq ft rowhouses — right-sized living without paying for space you won't use
• HOA covers all exterior maintenance and landscaping — no weekends lost to the to-do list
• 1–2 miles from downtown Naperville — Riverwalk, farmers market, dining all close
• BNSF Metra 5–7 minutes — direct to Union Station for Chicago commuters
• DuPage River Trail nearby — outdoor access without driving
• 48-unit community — the kind of intimate scale where neighbors actually know each other

Downsizing Sellers

The Case for Prescott Woods

If you've been carrying a four or five-bedroom house in Naperville — the taxes, the maintenance, the rooms that haven't been used in years — Prescott Woods answers the question that most downsizers are quietly asking: what does Naperville look like without all the overhead?

The answer is: about $7,500 in annual property taxes. A monthly HOA that handles everything outside your front door. Two to three bedrooms in a community where your neighbors are your peers — people who made the same choice to live well in less space. Downtown, the Riverwalk, and your doctors are all still close. The equity from your larger home frequently arrives here with nothing left to finance.

Staying in Naperville doesn't have to mean staying in a house that no longer fits the life you're living. The conversation starts with what your current home is worth — and what that number makes possible.

HOA and Community

• City of Naperville Events
• Naperville.com Events
• Visit Naperville Calendar
• City of Naperville

Schools — District 203

• Mill Street Elementary (K–5)
• Jefferson Junior High (6–8)
• Naperville North HS (9–12)
• D203 Feeder School Chart
• D203 Boundary Maps
• CUSD 203 Website

Parks and Trails

• Bailey Hobson Woods
• Naperville Park District
• Park District Calendar
• Naperville Riverwalk (~1.5 mi)
• Centennial Beach (~2 mi)
• Knoch Knolls Park and Nature Center