It looks like I'm going to be offered a job near Naperville. Though my wife and I met in Chicago and lived in Lakeview for a few years, we're not all that familiar with the suburbs. Trying to figure out where we'd live; if we can't figure that out to our satisfaction I'll stay put.

So given the below (in rough order of importance to us), are there specific 'burbs/neighborhoods you'd recommend? Note that these are *all* important but some are just a little more important than others.

• Within half an hour or less of the I-88 / SR 59 area (very important; I freaking HATE to sit in traffic on a commute)
• Excellent schools
• Good selection of single family homes at ~$500K
• Access to parks and other outdoor activities
• Some degree of character

Thanks for any tips. Feel free to PM if you'd like.