Tanner Historic District Aurora – Tanner Historic District Homes
The Tanner Historic District is named after the Tanner Family and includes the Tanner House – built in 1856 by William Tanner, a local Aurora businessman. Currently home to the Aurora Historical Museum, the Tanner House and surrounding structures feature prime examples of period architecture from the mid-to-late 19th century to early 20th century. Some of the types of architecture displayed include Italianate, Victorian, Queen Anne, Prairie Style, English Cottage, Bungalow as well as others. The largest of the west-side historic districts, the Tanner Historic District is located on the west side of the Fox River just to the west of Lake Street, north of Galena Boulevard and south of Illinois. Homes in the Tanner Historic District range in age from the 1850’s to the early and mid 1900’s. Some of the larger homes approach 3000 square feet – true mansions for that time period.
Tanner Historic District home owners can often pride themselves for living in a true piece of Aurora history. Many of the homes are listed with the Illinois Historical Structures Registry and restoration efforts are ongoing with many several notable homes in this area. The Tanner Historic District is located close to downtown Aurora and its convenient location makes it popular for owners working in and around Aurora, especially those who are interested in local history. Shopping venues include the Jewel grocery store north on Lake Street as well as many local stores in the downtown area. The Hollywood Casino as well as the new riverwalk are also located conveniently close to the Tanner Historic District. Some of the main streets in this area include Oak Ave, Spruce St., Wilder St. and Grand Ave. The Palace Historic District is located just north of this area.
Arrow Wood
Aurora University Area
Beau Ridge
Bishop Park
Blackberry Trail
Blackhawk Park
Blackstone
Cameo Park
Cherry Hill
Colonia Del Sol
Country Club Estates
Deerpath Estates
Edgebrook Estates
Elmwood Estates
Foxcroft
Golden Oaks
Heathercrest
Heritage
Indian Trail West
Ingham Park
Ivy Glen
Kensington Lakes
Lakeside Sans Souci
Leigh
The Lindens