🦋 Create a Butterfly-Friendly Backyard in Bartlett, IL
A Simple Way to Add Beauty, Life, and Value to Your Outdoor Space
If you’re looking for an easy way to upgrade your yard this season, creating a butterfly-friendly garden is one of the most rewarding improvements you can make.
Not only does it add color and movement to your outdoor space, but it also supports local pollinators—something that benefits the entire Bartlett community.
🌼 Why Butterfly Gardens Are Growing in Popularity
More homeowners across Bartlett and the surrounding suburbs are choosing low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly landscaping. These gardens:
Require less upkeep than traditional flower beds
Thrive in Illinois’ climate
Bring constant movement and life to your yard
Can enhance curb appeal in a subtle but meaningful way
It’s one of those rare upgrades that’s both beautiful and practical.
🌿 Best Plants to Attract Butterflies in Northern Illinois
If you want to attract butterflies consistently, focus on plants that provide both nectar and habitat.
🌸 Top Picks:
Milkweed The most important plant for monarch butterflies—this is where they lay their eggs.
Coneflower (Echinacea) A hardy, low-maintenance favorite that blooms all summer long.
Black-Eyed Susan Bright yellow flowers that thrive in our local soil and sunshine.
Bee Balm (Monarda) Adds bold color and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds alike.
🌺 Additional Butterfly Favorites
To add variety and extend your bloom season, consider mixing in:
Joe-Pye Weed
Blue Vervain
Passionflower Vine
Wisteria (great for fences and vertical spaces)
These plants work especially well in DuPage and Cook County soil conditions and tend to come back year after year.
☀️ Simple Tips for Success
You don’t need to overcomplicate this—just follow a few basics:
Plant in full sun (6+ hours per day)
Use well-drained soil
Avoid pesticides whenever possible
Add a small water source or flat stones for resting
Even a small garden bed or a few containers can make a noticeable difference.
🏡 A Small Upgrade That Adds Real Value
Outdoor spaces matter more than ever, and buyers are increasingly drawn to homes that feel inviting and well cared for.
A butterfly-friendly garden:
Creates a welcoming first impression
Adds personality to your yard
Shows thoughtful landscaping choices
It’s not about spending a lot—it’s about creating a space people connect with.
📍 Local Insight from Team Goddard
We’ve seen firsthand how simple outdoor upgrades can change the way a home shows. Features like pollinator gardens, clean landscaping, and usable outdoor space consistently make a positive impact.
🌿 Thinking About Improving Your Home This Year?
If you’re considering updates—inside or out—and want to focus on improvements that truly matter, we’re always happy to share ideas.
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ACTIVE Property Inventory Count – Attached and Detached Homes
Total available homes in the MLS: 15,693
INVENTORY NUMBERS OF SELECT TOWNS AS OF May 13, 2026
💡 Weekly Overview
The broader Illinois MLS is showing continued growth with 15,693 active listings across all property types, up 189 listings from last week. This deep pool of inventory gives buyers serious options heading into peak spring season. Across our 24 tracked communities, total inventory sits at 832 active listings — a meaningful cross-section of northwest suburban supply that reflects strong seasonal momentum heading into mid-May.
Elgin leads the pack with 116 active listings, nearly doubling the next closest market, while Schaumburg follows with 86 and St. Charles/Campton Hills holds 84. These three larger markets continue to offer the most selection for buyers, particularly in the detached segment where Elgin alone has 95 detached homes on the market.
On the tighter side, Wayne holds just 8 listings (all detached), Medinah shows no active inventory, and Itasca sits at 10 — making these the most competitive submarkets for buyers right now. New construction remains a significant force across the region, with Bartlett alone showing 13 new builds and St. Charles/Campton Hills adding 27.
📍 Active Residential Listings by Town
✨ Bartlett – 40 total (16 detached / 24 attached / 13 new construction) ✨ Batavia – 38 total (28 detached / 8 attached / 10 new construction) ✨ Bloomingdale – 19 total (11 detached / 8 attached / 3 new construction) ✨ Carol Stream – 41 total (17 detached / 24 attached / 4 new construction) ✨ Elgin – 116 total (95 detached / 21 attached / 17 new construction) ✨ Elk Grove Village – 23 total (14 detached / 9 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ Geneva – 31 total (20 detached / 11 attached / 10 new construction) ✨ Glen Ellyn – 39 total (27 detached / 12 attached / 5 new construction) ✨ Glendale Heights – 19 total (6 detached / 13 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ Hanover Park – 25 total (10 detached / 15 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ Hoffman Estates – 52 total (19 detached / 33 attached / 8 new construction) ✨ Itasca – 10 total (8 detached / 2 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ Medinah – 0 total (0 detached / 0 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ Roselle – 23 total (19 detached / 4 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ Schaumburg – 86 total (30 detached / 56 attached / 9 new construction) ✨ South Elgin – 29 total (17 detached / 12 attached / 9 new construction) ✨ St. Charles/Campton Hills – 84 total (54 detached / 30 attached / 27 new construction) ✨ Streamwood – 33 total (13 detached / 20 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ Warrenville – 13 total (5 detached / 8 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ Wayne – 8 total (8 detached / 0 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ West Chicago – 17 total (16 detached / 1 attached / 2 new construction) ✨ Wheaton – 51 total (41 detached / 9 attached / 3 new construction) ✨ Winfield – 16 total (7 detached / 9 attached / 0 new construction) ✨ Wood Dale – 19 total (9 detached / 10 attached / 0 new construction)
💡 Weekly Highlights
Elgin continues to dominate as the deepest market in our coverage area with 116 active listings. Nearly all of Elgin’s supply is detached (95 of 116), making it one of the best markets for buyers seeking single-family homes with room to spread out.
St. Charles/Campton Hills is the new construction capital of the region — 27 of 84 listings (32%) are brand new builds. Combined with Wayne and Medinah showing minimal active inventory, the Fox Valley corridor remains a hotbed for both new development and established neighborhoods competing for buyer attention.
Attached homes carry heavy weight in several markets. Hoffman Estates leads with 33 attached listings (63% of its inventory), and Carol Stream and Schaumburg each show 24 and 56 attached homes respectively. These communities offer strong affordability options for first-time buyers and downsize seekers.
The tightest markets right now are Wayne (8 total), Medinah (0 active), and Itasca (10 total). Buyers looking in these communities face minimal competition from other buyers simply because there’s almost nothing to choose from. Sellers in these markets, however, have an advantage — scarcity drives urgency.
Bartlett’s attached segment is notable: 24 of 40 listings (60%) are attached homes, while its detached segment remains lean at just 16. This split suggests strong builder activity in the attached/townhome space, which could be an opportunity for buyers priced out of the detached market.
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Bright, updated first-floor ranch end unit in desirable Willow Bay — fully move-in ready and loaded with upgrades! This welcoming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features newer wood-look laminate flooring, a sun-drenched family room with a cozy gas fireplace (tile surround), built-in storage, and a large bay window with an oversized window seat — an ideal spot to relax with a book or enjoy morning light.
The kitchen has been thoughtfully refreshed with rich maple cabinetry (easy-close drawers), granite countertops, a stylish tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances. An adjacent eating area opens through sliding glass doors to a private brick paver patio — perfect for outdoor entertaining or quiet mornings with coffee.
Primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet and direct access to the full bath with dual sinks and tile flooring. The spacious second bedroom and convenient mudroom/laundry (washer/dryer combo) off the attached two-car garage make everyday living easy. Recent improvements include a new roof (2025) and three newer fan-chandelier light fixtures that add modern style throughout.
Prime ranch end-unit location provides extra privacy and abundant natural light, with quick access to shopping, restaurants, banking and I-90. This attractive Willow Bay home is priced to sell and won’t last long — $259,896.
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Welcome to your dream townhome in the highly sought-after Towne Place West subdivision! This exquisite two-story residence boasts 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a spacious 2-car garage, perfectly blending elegance, comfort, and convenience.
As you enter, you’ll be greeted by a bright two-story foyer featuring impressive 17-foot ceilings, brand new LVT flooring, and a stunning staircase with a catwalk that sets a grand tone for your home. The main level’s open-concept design is perfect for both relaxation and entertaining, anchored by a cozy gas/wood-burning fireplace in the living room, framed by expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.
Host elegant dinners in the formal dining room, which flows seamlessly into a beautifully updated eat-in kitchen. Here, you’ll find gorgeous granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and 42″ cabinetry with stylish crown molding—ideal for everyday living and gatherings alike.
Venture upstairs to discover brand new carpeting throughout, including the spacious primary suite, which offers abundant closet space and a luxuriously updated en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms and convenient second-floor laundry provide the perfect blend of functionality and style for modern lifestyles.
Recent updates include a new furnace, garage door and opener, fresh LVT flooring, new carpeting, and a fresh coat of paint throughout, ensuring a move-in-ready experience.
Enjoy resort-style living with access to two community pools, a hot tub, tennis and basketball courts, brand-new pickleball courts, and scenic walking trails. Plus, you’ll love the unbeatable location with easy access to the Shops of Schaumburg, Target, Walmart Supercenter, and the vibrant dining and retail scene along Schaumburg Road.
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