Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Newark, IL
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About Newark
A Kendall County village (about 973 residents in 2020) — a small farm-town community with a modest Main Street. Housing is older village homes plus some newer builds on the edges; it is quiet and affordable with a rural character.
Home prices in Newark
Home prices in Newark vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Newark
- Downtown Newark (Main Street)
- Newark Village Hall
- Prairie State natural area (photo subject, nearby)
- Newark Community High School
- Surrounding farmland
Commuting from Newark
- No in-town Metra station. The nearest stations are Amtrak at Plano or the BNSF Line at Aurora, roughly 25–30 minutes by car. Driving to downtown Chicago is about 60 miles; allow roughly 1 hour 20 minutes depending on traffic.
Newark FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Newark, IL?
Home prices in Newark vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Newark, IL?
No in-town Metra station. The nearest stations are Amtrak at Plano or the BNSF Line at Aurora, roughly 25–30 minutes by car. Driving to downtown Chicago is about 60 miles; allow roughly 1 hour 20 minutes depending on traffic.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.