Naperville · DuPage County · IL
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The Fields.
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- Median list
- $450K
- Avg time on market
- 5 days
- Sold · last year
- 12
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About the community
An established, walkable neighborhood two miles from downtown Naperville.
The Fields is an established residential subdivision on the west-central side of Naperville, in DuPage County, roughly two miles from downtown. Built out from about 1987 to 1996 by Wiseman-Hughes Enterprises, it blends detached single-family homes with attached townhome and condo product, giving it a mixed-density, mature-tree character typical of Naperville neighborhoods of that era. Because it is a completed community rather than new construction, homes turn over through resale, and condition varies from beautifully updated to ready for modernization.
At a glance
Homes and townhomes
A mix of detached single-family homes and attached townhome and condo residences, roughly 1,150 to 3,700 sq ft.
Late 1980s to 1990s
Built out from about 1987 to 1996 by Wiseman-Hughes Enterprises.
Mature, walkable streets
Sidewalks, street lights, mature landscaping, a neighborhood park, and a pond within the community.
District 204
This pocket of 60540 is served by Indian Prairie District 204, not District 203. Confirm by address.
Downtown and Metra close
About two miles from downtown Naperville, the Riverwalk, and the BNSF Metra line.
HOA by home type
Attached homes carry a monthly assessment, detached homes generally little or none.
What’s close
The Fields sits in west-central Naperville about two miles from downtown, with easy access to I-88, two BNSF Metra stations, and the Route 59 retail corridor.
- Downtown
- Downtown Naperville, the Riverwalk, dining, and Centennial Beach are about two miles away.
- Highway
- I-88 (Reagan Memorial Tollway) runs along Naperville's north side, reached via nearby arterials.
- Train
- Metra's BNSF line to Chicago Union Station, via the downtown Naperville station and the Route 59 station, both a short drive away.
- Shopping
- The Ogden Avenue corridor, downtown Naperville, and the Route 59 retail corridor are all nearby.
- Hospital
- Edward Hospital in Naperville is a few miles from the community.
- Schools
- This pocket of 60540 is served by Indian Prairie District 204, commonly May Watts Elementary, Hill Middle, and Metea Valley High. Confirm by address.
What it’s actually like to live here
The Fields offers a settled, established-Naperville feel rather than a brand-new subdivision experience. The homes date to the late 1980s and 1990s, so the streets have mature trees, full landscaping, and a lived-in, walkable layout with sidewalks, a pond, and a neighborhood park inside the community. The mix of attached townhomes and detached single-family homes draws a range of buyers, from first-time and downsizing owners looking at the townhomes to families wanting a detached home with a yard and finished basement.
Being roughly two miles from downtown Naperville is a real quality-of-life advantage: the Riverwalk, restaurants, and Centennial Beach are close, and both Metra stations put a Chicago commute within reach. The honest tradeoffs are the tradeoffs of any mature subdivision. Because the homes are more than thirty years old, condition varies widely, so inspection and a clear-eyed look at big-ticket systems matter, and attached-home buyers take on a monthly assessment while detached-home buyers own all their own maintenance.
The other honest note is cost of ownership beyond price. DuPage County property tax rates run well above the national average, which buyers should budget for alongside any HOA dues. In exchange, residents get Naperville's amenities and, in this pocket, Indian Prairie District 204 schools, a combination that has kept established neighborhoods like this in steady demand. Confirm the specific school assignment and tax figure for the exact address rather than assuming they match a neighbor's.
The questions buyers actually ask
The Fields FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping The Fields. If yours isn't here, text 224-385-8779, same-day reply.
- What does the HOA actually cover?
- Coverage varies by home type. Attached townhome and condo owners pay a monthly assessment, reported on listings in a range of roughly a few hundred dollars, that typically covers exterior and landscape maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, and common areas. Detached single-family owners generally have little or no mandatory monthly HOA. Confirm the exact dues and inclusions on the specific listing and association documents.
- What are property taxes like?
- Roughly $7,000 – $10,000 per year, depending on home size and value. DuPage County assessor records are the source of truth. Happy to pull a specific bill on any home you're considering.
- When was The Fields built?
- Wiseman-Hughes Enterprises built the community between 1987 and 1996. Wiseman-Hughes Enterprises stopped new construction in 1996, so every sale today is a resale.
- What's the typical closing timeline?
- 30 to 60 days from accepted offer to keys. Cash deals can close in two weeks. Conventional financing is usually closer to 60.
- Where exactly is The Fields located?
- It is on the west-central side of Naperville in DuPage County, ZIP 60540, roughly two miles from downtown. It is a distinct community from the adjacent Villas of the Fields.
- When was it built and by whom?
- The subdivision was developed from about 1987 to 1996 by Wiseman-Hughes Enterprises, so most homes are late-1980s to mid-1990s construction.
- What kinds of homes are in The Fields?
- A mix of detached single-family homes and attached townhome and condo-style homes, ranging from smaller two-bedroom attached units to larger four-bedroom single-family homes, many with basements, fireplaces, and two-car garages.
- Which school district serves The Fields?
- This pocket of 60540 is served by Indian Prairie School District 204 (commonly May Watts Elementary, Hill Middle, and Metea Valley High), not District 203. Because Naperville is split between the two districts and boundaries can change, confirm the assigned schools for your specific address before relying on it.
- Is there an HOA?
- Attached townhome and condo owners pay a monthly assessment that typically covers exterior and landscape maintenance, snow removal, and common areas, while detached single-family owners generally have little or no monthly HOA. Confirm the exact dues and what they cover on the specific listing.
- What do homes cost and how is the market right now?
- Pricing spans from the more attainable attached homes to higher-priced detached homes, and market conditions change constantly. For current, accurate numbers, check the live Market snapshot on this page rather than relying on a figure quoted in text.
- Who is the real estate agent for The Fields?
- Joe Keegan is the local licensed Illinois real estate broker who covers The Fields in Naperville, IL through Subdiview, a neighborhood-first home search for the Chicago suburbs and collar counties. Joe prices and negotiates from the live MRED sold comps for The Fields specifically, not national averages, and can help you buy or sell here. Reach Joe at 224-385-8779 or joe@joekeeganhomes.com.
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Most agents will list anything. I focus on the places I actually know, and the things that move value here don't show up in the MLS write-up: which streets and buildings hold demand, what the HOA or assessments really cover, how the comps read once you account for condition and location, and where buyers consistently want to be.
When you're ready to tour or list, you want someone who has read the last 50 closed comps in this specific market, not a national average, and can tell you what they actually mean for your price. That's how I work. Text or call any time, and I'll give you a real take, not a brochure.
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Market snapshot
The Fields, by the numbers
Live MRED data, refreshed daily. The numbers below tell you what this market is doing today, not what Zillow's algorithm thinks it might be doing six weeks from now.
Typical list price
$450,000
Typical sale price · last 90 days
$462,500
Avg time on market
5 days
Sold in the last year
12
This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC for the period August 7, 2025 through August 7, 2026. Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC does not guarantee nor is it in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
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