Why Live in Downtown Bloomington
Downtown Bloomington is a vibrant neighborhood with a bustling bar and restaurant scene, supported by a growing electric car manufacturer, two universities, and two major hospital systems. The area is known for its active live music scene, performing arts center, and Grossinger Motors Arena. Residents enjoy a variety of local bars, cafes, shops, and restaurants, with popular spots like Red Raccoon Games, Rosie’s Pub, and The Lucca Grill. Cultural activities include live shows at The Castle Theatre and events at Bobzbay Books, which hosts Open Mic Poetry nights and an LGBTQ+ Teen Book Club. Outdoor enthusiasts can visit Withers Park or the expansive Miller Park, which features the Miller Park Zoo and a memorial honoring Black American soldiers. Downtown Bloomington hosts numerous events, such as the Bruegala beer festival, Bloomington-Normal Jaycee Holiday Parade, and Saturdays on the Square. The neighborhood offers a mix of condos and Colonial-style single-family homes. Bloomington High School, which has a high rating, serves the area’s secondary students. For higher education, Illinois Wesleyan University and Illinois State University are nearby. Residents can access Green Top Grocery for full-service shopping, and Connect Transit provides bus services throughout the area. Major employers include State Farm, Rivian, and Ferrero Roche. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and its proximity to Interstates 55 and 74 offers convenient travel options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Bloomington a good place to live?
Downtown Bloomington is a good place to live. Downtown Bloomington is considered very walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Downtown Bloomington has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.6 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $46,237 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 33.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Bloomington are renters, with 86.4% of residents renting and 13.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Bloomington can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Bloomington neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Bloomington, IL a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Bloomington, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Bloomington?
The median home price in Downtown Bloomington is $415,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $83,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,150 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $92K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Bloomington. The average household income in Downtown Bloomington is $46K.
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Home Trends in Downtown Bloomington, IL
On average, homes in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $415,000.
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$340,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$415,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$320
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$415,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%