West Aurora is the established side of the city. The streets are older, the trees are big, and a lot of the homes were built when Aurora was still growing west toward Randall Road. This is the part of Aurora with Aurora University, Aurora Country Club, Orchard Valley Golf Course, and Blackberry Farm all in the same few square miles. I grew up in Aurora, and the west side is the Aurora most people picture when they have lived here a long time. If you are looking at homes for sale in West Aurora IL, here is how the area breaks down.
A Mix of Eras on the West Side
There is no single West Aurora house style. Near the river and downtown you will find older homes with real character, some of them a hundred years old. Farther west the homes get newer, with subdivisions built in the 1970s, 80s, and 90s on bigger lots. That range is why the prices spread out so much. Smaller older homes start around $200,000. Most homes sell in the $300,000s and $400,000s. The larger homes near the golf courses and on the far west side go past $700,000.
District 129 Schools
West Aurora is served by West Aurora School District 129. It is one of the larger districts in the Fox Valley, and West Aurora High School is the home school for the whole west side. Elementary and middle school assignments depend on the street, so it is worth confirming the exact schools for any home you are serious about. I can pull that for you before you write an offer.
Golf, Blackberry Farm, and the River
Two golf courses sit on this side of town. Aurora Country Club is one of the oldest clubs in the area, and Orchard Valley Golf Course is a public course that draws players from all over the Fox Valley. Blackberry Farm is a living history museum and park run by the Fox Valley Park District, and it is a regular weekend stop for families here. The Fox River and its trails run along the east edge of the area, and downtown Aurora is a few minutes away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which school district serves West Aurora?
West Aurora School District 129 serves the west side, including West Aurora High School. Elementary and middle school assignments vary by address, so confirm the schools for a specific home before you buy.
What do homes cost in West Aurora?
Smaller older homes start around $200,000. Most homes sell in the $300,000s and $400,000s, and larger homes near the golf courses can go past $700,000.
Is West Aurora close to downtown?
Yes. Most of the west side is five to ten minutes from downtown Aurora, the Paramount Theatre, and the Aurora Metra station on the BNSF line.
Selling on the West Side? Buyers Pay for the Setting
On the west side, two similar homes can sell for different money based on the street and the lot. A mature tree canopy, a bigger lot, or being close to the country club and Orchard Valley all help. If you want to know what your home is worth, I will value it against recent sales on your part of the west side, not against the whole city. No pressure and no obligation. Still comparing areas? Start with Aurora homes for sale, look at the University Area around Aurora University, or head down the river to North River.
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Miguel Castillo — 630-793-4643 — miguel@sellmeanewhouse.com
