It's easy to spot summer approaching in Roselle, a suburb of about 22,000 west of Chicago. Aside from the obvious changes in weather, the village begins preparing for its annual Roselle Lions Club Annual Rose Fest and Rose Parade in early June — 2025's edition will be the 64th annual. “It’s just a very quaint, safe suburb,” says Christina Anderson-Heller, the marketing director of Lynfred Winery, itself a Roselle staple since the 1970s. “We have such a heart for everything local. It’s like what you’d expect in a happy little movie about a hometown.”
Complete with a walkable downtown hosting a handful of unique, characteristic shops and restaurants in early 20th-century storefronts, locals also enjoy parks and a highly rated school system.
A walkable downtown and charming storefronts are the characteristics of Roselle.
The quaint town of Roselle has something to offer for everyone.
The median home sale price is $340,000, about $80,000 below the national median. Throughout most of the village, Colonial Revivals, ranch-style homes and split-levels stand on tree-lined streets. Downtown, Craftsmans and bungalows sit close together. “You have a lot of these beautiful homes from the early 1900s to the 1930s downtown,” says Anderson-Heller. In the Medinah neighborhood, on the east side of the village, homes are higher priced, in the range of $350,000-$700,000, with estate homes fetching around $1 million. It's also home to the renowned Medinah Country Club, which has hosted a wide range of professional golf events.
The most prominent industries include manufacturing, retail trade, health care and social assistance.
Throughout most of Roselle craftsman stand on spacious tree-lined streets.
Closer to downtown Roselle early 20th century and bungalows are popular.
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Sipping and savoring in downtown Roselle
American, Italian, Japanese and Chinese restaurants line Roselle's Main Street. The city features a handful of fast-food spots and chains, but most restaurants are locally owned. Adding to Roselle's charm is Lynfred Winery, Illinois' oldest and largest continuously operating bonded winery, with a legacy dating back to the 17th century. Lynfred offers tastings, flights and wine by the glass in a picturesque outdoor area in the heart of Roselle. Shops, boutiques and grocery stores are located along East Irving Park Road and U.S. Route 20.
Lynnfred Winery tasting area is popular among locals calling Roselle their home.
American, Italian, Japanese and Chinese restaurants line Roselle's main street.
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Annual community events celebrating the rose
The community comes together for various events throughout the year, including The Roselle Lions Club Annual Rose Fest and Rose Parade, marking the onset of summer — an annual celebration inspired by the neighborhood's name. The summer season also brings a Concert in the Parks series featuring free live music. Roselle hosts the Annual Rose Ambassador Scholarship Event in February, awarding scholarships to local high school students. Independence Day fireworks illuminate the skies courtesy of Lake Park High School, and the Taste of Roselle block party livens Main Street with exceptional food and entertainment.
Kids will try anything to be the one to catch the candy at the Roselle Rose Parade.
Kids play the fishing game at the Roselle Lions Rose Festival.
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Public parks, nature preserves and Chicago White Sox appreciation
Roselle operates 16 neighborhood parks. According to Anderson-Heller, Turner Park is a popular spot. “It’s just darling. They have a nice little pond, and we do fishing tournaments and concerts over there as well.” Pine Park hosts youth baseball and softball games, featuring a scoreboard honoring the 2005 world champions, the Chicago White Sox. There’s also a skatepark equipped with ramps, banks and ledges. Meacham Grove, a 250-acre forest preserve, showcases woodland groves, meadows and wetlands. The North Central DuPage Regional Trail winds through a section of the preserve, stretching its entire 19-mile length across neighborhood streets and beyond.
Locals play catch and release fish at the pond in Turner Park in Roselle
Roselle is lucky to be located next to Meacham Grove, a 250-acre forest preserve.
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Roselle's public and private schools earn top marks
Roselle School District No. 12 scores an A-minus on Niche. The district supports one elementary and one middle school. Students can continue at Lake Park High School. Notable private schools include Trinity Lutheran School and St. Walter Catholic School.
Trinity Lutheran School is a popular choice amongst parents in Roselle Illinois.
Roselle Middle School has an A on Niche.com.
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Public transit gives residents accessibility around town and to downtown Chicago
U.S. Route 20 borders the city to the south, while State Route 390 borders it to the north, providing direct access to downtown Chicago 30 miles east. Public transit in the area is facilitated by a Metra park and ride station in the village's center and the Pace Suburban Bus. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 15 miles east. The nearest hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph, is 16 miles east.
Crime and climate
With snow a common event in the winter, the village aims to have its streets plowed and clear a day after the snow ends. According to FBI data, the rates of reported violent crime and property crime in Roselle are lower than the Illinois average and national average.
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