Wheaton Community Introduction
Embracing a Peerless Way of Life
By Becky Cline
The charming city of Wheaton, part of the western suburbs of the greater Chicagoland area, offers its residents and local businesses a truly distinct, unmatched community in which to reside. Home to more than 55,000 residents and 2,500 businesses, and with a locale only a short distance from the bustling city of Chicago, Wheaton is able to provide large-city conveniences with a smaller town lifestyle and close-knit neighborhoods.
Wheaton continues to be an ideal place for first time homebuyers or those simply looking to relocate a family, offering a large selection of styles and prices that are sure to suit any taste. The city has maintained a solid housing market, one which continues to take pleasure in rising home values. And visitors to the thriving suburb can find a selection of comfortable, amenity-filled accommodations, ranging from affordable rooms to affluent suites.
The area’s superior medical offerings are abundant, with top-rated institutions such as Central DuPage Hospital and Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, along with the specialized facilities of the Wheaton Eye Clinic and the DuPage Medical Group. Education hails as another significant aspect of life in Wheaton, with the reputable Wheaton Community School District 200 earning recognition as one of the best in the state, and the esteemed four-year institution of Wheaton College.
More than 829 acres of recreational area lies within Wheaton, coupled with an array of facilities including the Arrowhead Golf Club, Memorial Leisure Center, the Northside Family Aquatic Center, and Park Plus Fitness Center. Residents and visitors also take in the culture of Wheaton, through art galleries, museums and annual events such as Autumn Fest, the Fine Art Fair, and the Cream of Wheaton, not to mention the anticipated opening of the Wheaton Grand Theater.
Business is as diverse as it comes in Wheaton, with everything from family-owned ventures to national chain stores. Major development in the area’s business districts continues, most notably in the historic downtown center. A collection of eclectic retail shops in prominent areas such as the downtown and Danada district, along with the Farmer’s and French Market, and an assortment of varied dining establishments add to the city’s progressive economy.
This dynamic community is second to none when it comes to comfortable, safe living with easy access to a wide range of essential resources. The opportunities for locating to Wheaton are endless for both residents and business owners, and visiting is just as wonderful. Welcome to the beautiful city of Wheaton!
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