City Guide
Carol Stream, IL
Overview
Named after its founder's daughter, Carol Stream, IL, is a peaceful village in DuPage County. Home to 40,000 residents, those living in Carol Stream have easy access to the village's water park, museums, hundreds of acres of parks, a mini-golf course, and so much more. The focal point of the village is the Ross Ferraro Town Center, which features beautifully landscaped green spaces, a visitor center, walking paths, benches, and ponds. The community hosts many events here throughout the summer, including a series of outdoor concerts.
What’s it like to live in Carol Stream, IL ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Carol Stream, IL you'll find that the median sale price is
$372,500
and homes stay on the market for 39 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Carol Stream are $400,000
and $194,800
, respectively. Carol Stream area townhouses have a median sale price of $327,500
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Carol Stream, ILExplore our Carol Stream housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Carol Stream home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Carol Stream rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Carol Stream rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Carol Stream, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Carol Stream
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Corridor | $407,000 | 70 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| North Wheaton | $527,450 | 73 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
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Carol Stream Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 16% of Carol Stream homebuyers searched to move out of Carol Stream, while 84% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Carol Stream from outside metros.
- Peoria homebuyers searched to move into Carol Stream more than any other metro followed by Rockford and New York.
Where are people moving to Carol Stream from?
- 84% of Carol Stream homebuyers searched to stay within the Carol Stream metropolitan area.
- Cape Coral was the most popular destination among Carol Stream homebuyers followed by Phoenix and Sarasota.
Where are people from Carol Stream moving to?
Number of People Moving to Carol Stream
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most
People are moving to Carol Stream from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,034 | ||
| 2 | 992 | ||
| 3 | 916 | ||
| 4 | 738 | ||
| 5 | 732 | ||
| 6 | 452 | ||
| 7 | 447 | ||
| 8 | 431 | ||
| 9 | 290 | ||
| 10 | 249 | ||
People are leaving Carol Stream for
| Outbound | Net outflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,949 | ||
| 2 | 1,618 | ||
| 3 | 1,171 | ||
| 4 | 1,145 | ||
| 5 | 1,076 | ||
| 6 | 1,038 | ||
| 7 | 1,016 | ||
| 8 | 1,005 | ||
| 9 | 922 | ||
| 10 | 785 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Carol Stream, IL ?
There are many places to visit in Carol Stream, IL that will please anyone moving to the area. Kowalski Memorial is one of the many landmarks you can check out in Carol Stream. Performing arts venues like Orchestra 33 Entertainment and local galleries like Pleasant Street Studios are among the many places you can check out. There are a lot of parks and green spaces within the city such as Armstrong Park, Veterans Park, and Kent Park that you can easily spend the evening in. Restaurants and top-rated eateries abound in the city, so you don't want to skip over these local favorites. For a quick taste of the town, stop by Hong Ning Restaurant, Carol's Garden Restaurant, or J Beez Mediterranean & Grill Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Carol Stream
What's the best way to get around Carol Stream, IL ?
The best way to get around Carol Stream is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Carol Stream has a walk score of 36, meaning this area is car dependent. You can also get around Carol Stream by bike. With a bike score of 53, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
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Carol Stream Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There is 1 car rental location.
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