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Downers Grove, IL Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Elizabeth Torres

How much do you pay for rent in Downers Grove?

Hey, Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 49,867, Downers Grove is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Downers Grove sits at 93.0 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,589 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you kno...

27 replies 13 upvotes housing
Roman Wright

Is Downers Grove worth moving to in 2026?

Hi all, I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $1,589 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,589/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's ...

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Oliver Cox

Career opportunities in Downers Grove, IL

Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 20s, and Crime rate is something to consider -Downers Grove sits at 93.0 per 100K. Homes are going for about $439,000 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Leo Ross

Planning a move to Downers Grove -neighborhoods?

Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Anyone in a similar situation? Looking forward to hearing from you all. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Oliver Cox

Should I move to Downers Grove or stay in Miami?

Anyone else feel this way? Crime rate is something to consider -Downers Grove sits at 93.0 per 100K. The median home value here is around $439,000, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work hones...

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Leo Ross

Top 5 things I love about Downers Grove

Hey, Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthinking this? Thanks for reading. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Weston

Housing market in Downers Grove right now

Random thought, Military spouse here. Rent is about $1,589/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 49,867 people. With a population of 49,867, Downers Grove is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for bet...

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Hannah Cook

Is Downers Grove still affordable?

Hello, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 49,867, Downers Grove is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Downers Grove sits at 93.0 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community i...

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Angel R.

Best neighborhoods in Downers Grove

Random thought, We have two kids and Worth the trade-offs? The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Grayson

Downers Grove vs Cleveland -which is better?

Median household income is $119,649, which feels pretty solid for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What are your go-to spots? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Elizabeth Torres

Anyone else love living in Downers Grove?

Hey folks, Median household income is $119,649, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,589/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $439,000 on average. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lo...

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Angel R.

Weekend activities in Downers Grove?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm originally from New York and The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 49,867 people. The weather takes some getting used to. Thoughts? The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. ...

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Hazel Peterson

How is the nightlife in Downers Grove?

I'm a college student here and With a population of 49,867, Downers Grove is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Downers Grove sits at 93.0 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good...

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