Lisle is a western Chicago suburb where nature and modern convenience come together. In 1922, Morton Salt founder Joy Morton chose the location to establish Morton Arboretum, which has grown to a 1,700-acre public garden with more than 4,000 plant species. But thanks to its location at the junction of Interstates 88 and 355, Lisle is also a bustling residential and business-oriented community. “What stands out about the community is the amount of green space and parks, as well as the overall location within DuPage County and proximity to Chicago,” says Jon Pratscher, the Superintendent of Recreation and Marketing with the Lisle Park District.
Lisle is located about a 35 minutes west of downtown Chicago.
The Morton Arboretum in Lisle has a number of indoor activities.
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Morton Arboretum one of many Lisle greenspaces
Morton Arboretum is Lisle’s best-known attraction. In addition to thousands of trees and a restored prairie, the arboretum has an educational center, miles of trails and an interactive children’s garden.
Independent of the arboretum, Lisle Park District operates a system of more than 20 parks and eight additional facilities that include a community center, recreation center, senior center and River Bend Golf Club. The district also administers a trail system that makes it convenient to travel between parks. “The trails and connectivity in the park system make the area highly desirable,” Pratscher says.
Lisle residents enjoy a late afternoon walk at The Morton Arboretum.
Lisle residents enjoy a walk around the large lake at The Morton Arboretum.
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Homes sell quickly in Lisle
Home prices in Lisle are typically more affordable than in surrounding DuPage County suburbs. The median home price of around $330,000 is lower than that of Downers Grove, Lombard, Glen Ellyn, Naperville or Woodridge. Prices range from one-bedroom condos for around $125,000 to large custom homes for over $1 million. Homes only spend about two weeks on the market, compared to the national average of more than 40 days.
Higher-end craftsman homes are available in Lisle.
Split-level homes are common in Lisle.
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Lisle High, Naperville North and Benet Academy among school options
Lisle Community Unit School District No. 202 receives an A-grade from Niche. Though Lisle has a population of more than 23,000 residents, Lisle High School’s enrollment of just over 400 students gives it the feel of a much smaller town. Students south of Maple Avenue are zoned for A-plus-rated Naperville District No. 203, including A-plus-rated Naperville North High School. Many Lisle residents attend Benet Academy, an A-plus-rated Catholic high school with around 1,200 students.
Benet Academy is across the street from Benedictine University, which has an enrollment of around 2,000 students who primarily commute or live in campus housing.
Students are the highest priority at Lisle High School.
Goodrich Elementary School received an A-minus ranking from Niche.
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Access to I-88 and I-355 brings big business
Access to I-88 and I-355 is central to many major employers, including the headquarters of the Illinois Tollway. Molex and International Motors, LLC are among the companies with corporate headquarters in Lisle. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s Region III oversees nuclear power plants in the Midwest and is based in Lisle.
Pace operates bus service between Lisle and Naperville. The Lisle Metra commuter rail station is on the BNSF Line, which runs between Aurora and Chicago Union Station.
Chicago O’Hare is just under 25 miles from Lisle, and Chicago Midway is about 30 miles away.
Main Street and Ogden Avenue feature shopping and dining options
Lisle features a variety of restaurants, with many sourcing food from local farmers and producers. The downtown area is popular for restaurants, and people can enjoy different food, shopping options and Garden Walk. “Main Street has great restaurants; from quick sit downs to outdoor balconies, all with a close community feel,” Pratscher says. Locals also head over to Ogden Avenue Corridor, the largest commercial corridor in the city, and College Square Shopping Center for specialty retail and restaurants.
Downtown Lisle has numerous amenities for residents to enjoy.
Downtown Lisle is lined with shops and restaurants for residents to enjoy.
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Independence Day celebration a big bang
Annual events include Depot Days, holiday parades and a large Independence Day Celebration, which includes outdoor concerts and fireworks. The celebration attracts an average of 7,000 people to Community Park. Every month in the summer and early fall sees the return of the downtown Lisle Car Shows, where a section of Main Street and nearby roads are transformed into a block party with unique cars and other festivities.
Lisle crime rates below national averages
Property and violent crime rates in Lisle are less than half of the national average. “The Lisle Police Department is an excellent resource for the community,” Pratscher says. “Having a police force that proactively engages with the community continually demonstrates a commitment to creating and maintaining a safe environment.”
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