Carol Stream Apartments and Rentals

The Village of Carol Stream is located approximately 30 miles outside of Chicago. This friendly village encourages community participation and welcomes residents to enjoy all that Carol Stream has to offer. The village boasts a quiet, suburban atmosphere but is close enough to large cities to provide residents with the urban amenities they may desire.

With plenty of housing options available, there should be no trouble finding Carol Stream apartments for rent.

The area that is now Carol Stream was covered in farmland until the late 1950s. During the later part of that decade, local developer Jay Stream became frustrated with the problems he ran into setting up a subdivision in a nearby city. He decided to build his own town, and began buying unincorporated farmland in the area.

It is commonly thought that the village of Carol Stream is named after a nearby waterway. It is actually named after Jay Stream's daughter, Carol. The developer named the town after his daughter after she nearly died in a car accident.

For such a young village, Carol Stream has seen remarkable growth. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that as of July 2011, the area had a total of 39,989 residents. Young families, older couples and young professionals all call this diverse village home.

A variety of neighborhoods and locations make finding the perfect Carol Stream apartments relatively easy.

There are a variety of options for those who wish to pursue an education near Carol Stream. Some students may choose to head to the local community college, College of DuPage, in nearby Glen Ellyn. Four-year institutions are also available nearby. Wheaton College is a Christian liberal arts university located just a few minutes from Carol Stream in Wheaton. The school has been instructing students for 150 years, and was named one of Kiplinger's 100 Best Values in Private Colleges for the 2011-2012 academic year. Another option is North Central College, in Naperville, which offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

Those seeking employment may want to turn to some of Carol Stream's largest employers. Peacock Engineering Company, FedEx Ground Package Systems and FIC America top the list of the area's principal employers. Other companies that rely on much of Carol Stream's workforce are Windsor Park Manor, Tyndale House Publishers, CNS Home Health and Ingram Micro.

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, Carol Stream rentals typically range between $800 and $1,250 per month. The same source revealed that the median gross rent in the village is $932 a month.

Some residents may find the cost of living in Carol Stream a worthwhile trade-off, as the community is close to Chicago, multiple universities, public transportation and home to many local businesses.

One of the village's main attractions for outdoor recreation is the Ross Ferraro Town Center. The area was developed to provide a central focal area to the area and create a sense of community. Residents can stroll through the park, stop for a picnic or relax near one of the fountains during the hot summer months.

Those hoping to enjoy the outdoors will not be disappointed by Carol Stream. The village is home to numerous DuPage County Forest Preserve facilities for residents to explore. The Great Western Trail, which runs directly through the town, provides ample hiking, biking and equestrian opportunities for residents looking to enjoy the outdoor paths. Citizens who like to enjoy the fresh air with a golf club in hand will find that Carol Stream offers plenty of golfing opportunities and the county is home to dozens of courses.

Residents who want their furry family members to feel like part of the community can head over to Bark Park Carol Stream. The local 20-acre dog park offers fun activities for families and their dogs, like trick training, agility training, puppy parades and an annual dog festival.

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