How to Move to Naperville, IL
- 1). Research the different areas of Naperville, Illinois that interest you. Naperville, a large suburb just outside Chicago, has a variety of neighborhoods, including a vibrant and growing downtown area.
- 2). Contact a real estate agent if you are purchasing a home in Naperville. An agent knows the location and helps find a home that fits your family's needs. If renting, check the local newspapers for apartment listings. Drive around the neighborhood and check for signs indicating apartments for rent to locate your new residence. Downtown living in Naperville brings in the college crowd from North Central College, but is surrounded by residential homes. You won't find high-rise living in Naperville, but many apartment complexes are grouped together in central locations. Outside of the downtown shopping area is predominantly fast-paced suburban living scattered with apartments and homes throughout.
- 3). Secure a moving company after obtaining your new home in Naperville, Illinois. Pack your household and a rental truck if you plan to drive yourself, or set up a moving company for the date you plan to move. On moving day, you'll want everything in boxes except for a personal bag of necessary items you and your family cannot do without. Storage options include a Public Storage or two Extra Space Storage locations if your home is not immediately ready for you.
- 4). Set up your utilities for your new address, scheduling installation of any services as close to your move in date as possible. The city of Naperville oversees the electric service and there is a choice of multiple gas companies. Comcast is the main cable and Internet provider in Naperville, but there are other services such as WOW! or multiple satellite providers including AT&T. It's much easier to feel at home when the cable or Internet works.
- 5). Forward your mail, get a library card, change your address on important documents and with your bank as soon as possible. There are a multitude of bank branches available from major banks like Chase to smaller local banks. Locating your current branch, or a new banking provider, won't be difficult. Find doctors, dentists and register your children in school in Naperville. There are two school districts, 203 and 204, depending upon where in the location of your Naperville residence. Once your belongings arrive in Naperville, you're ready to unpack and settle into your new neighborhood.
