Moving to Bartlett, Illinois
A village about 30 to 35 miles northwest of Chicago, spanning Cook, DuPage, and Kane Counties, with a Metra station, an active park district, and a historic town center.
Bartlett at a Glance
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates. *Median home value is a Census estimate for owner-occupied homes, not a current listing or sale price.
Bartlett grew up around its railroad station, built in 1873, and still has a Metra stop in its town center. The Bartlett Park District is a major part of daily life, with about 576 acres across 44 parks, two pools, two golf courses, a community center, and a nature center.
The town center has boutique shopping and dining, with more mainstream retail on the south side of the village. Illinois Route 59 and U.S. Route 20 are the main roads.
Getting Around & Commuting
Metra Rail
Bartlett is served by Metra's Milwaukee District West Line, with trains to Chicago Union Station. Check metra.com for schedules, fares, and parking rules.
Pace Bus
Pace Suburban Bus serves the area. Routes and hours change, so confirm at pacebus.com.
Driving & Airports
Illinois Route 59 and U.S. Route 20 are the major roads, and O'Hare International Airport is the nearest major airport.
Commute times depend heavily on the time of day. Verify current station details and parking with Metra and the Village of Bartlett.
Things To Do
Villa Olivia
A year-round destination at 1401 W. Lake St. with skiing and snowboarding in winter, golf in warmer months, a banquet venue, brunches, and free summer concerts on the patio.
Bartlett Nature Center
Exhibits, programs, events, and animals at 2054 W. Stearns Rd., run by the Bartlett Park District.
Barracuda Bay Water Park
The park district's aquatic center on Stearns Road, open in the summer season, including a lazy river.
Golf
Apple Orchard Golf Course and the golf course at Villa Olivia, both run by the park district.
Bartlett Community Center
A gymnasium, fitness club, aquatic facility, and preschool at 700 S. Bartlett Rd.
History & Arts
The Bartlett History Museum, the Bartlett Depot Museum, and Arts in Bartlett Center for the Arts.
Food, Drink & Local Flavor
Bartlett's dining mixes local spots in the town center with national restaurants on the south side. Some long-running seasonal traditions:
- Villa Olivia Sunday Brunch: regular brunch at the event venue, plus holiday brunches
- Friday Fish Fry at Villa Olivia: all-you-can-eat fish fry during Lent
- Summer concerts at Villa Olivia: free live music on the patio, with food and drinks for purchase
Restaurants and shops open, close, and change hours often. Check each business's website or call before you go.
Annual Events & Seasonal Fun
| Event | Typically | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Independence Day Festival | July | Community festival in the village |
| Global Arts Festival | Annual | Arts festival celebrating cultures |
| Concerts at Villa Olivia | Summer evenings | Free live music on the patio |
| Free outdoor movie at Villa Olivia | Summer | Drive-in style movie night |
| Fall Fest at Bartlett Nature Center | Fall | Family event with activities and nature programs |
| Skiing and snowboarding at Villa Olivia | Winter | Winter sports when conditions allow |
Dates and lineups change each year. Confirm with the organizer before you go.
Weather & The Four Seasons
Bartlett has a humid continental climate, like the rest of the Chicago area: warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The figures below are approximate regional averages, not a forecast.
| Season | Typical feel | Approx. temperatures |
|---|---|---|
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Cold with regular snowfall | Highs near 30°F, lows in the teens |
| Spring (Mar–May) | Variable, with rain and a steady warm-up | 40s to 60s°F |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Warm to hot, humid | Highs in the low-to-mid 80s°F |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) | Crisp, with strong fall color | 70s cooling to 40s°F |
Plan on roughly 35 to 40 inches of precipitation a year, including snow. For a current forecast, see weather.gov for the Chicago area.
Schools
Bartlett is served by more than one public school district, including School District U-46 and Community Consolidated School District 93. The village spans multiple counties, and which district serves an address depends on exactly where it is. Always confirm the school assignment for any specific address with the district directly at u-46.org or ccsd93.com. Private and parochial options are also available in the area.
To compare schools yourself, use the official Illinois Report Card, which publishes state-reported data for every district and school.
Helpful Local Links
- Village of Bartlett: services, permits, and village news
- Bartlett Park District: parks, programs, events, and Villa Olivia
- School District U-46: schools, calendars, enrollment
- CCSD 93: schools, calendars, enrollment
- Metra: commuter rail schedules and fares
- Illinois Report Card: official state school data
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