Why Live in Hawthorne
Hawthorne, a suburban neighborhood in Bloomington, features larger homes and lots compared to other areas in the city. Homes here average 3,696 square feet, with lot sizes just under half an acre. Housing options include townhouses, ranch-style homes, and traditional two-story homes, ranging from 3,000 to over 7,000 square feet. The neighborhood is predominantly occupied by older adults, with many homes being updated or sold at lower prices if they require work. The median home price is $481,500. For families, Benjamin Elementary School and Normal Community High School are highly rated. Local parks like Walt Bittner Park and Eagle View Park offer basketball courts and baseball fields, while trailheads on Longwood Lane and North 1900 East Road connect to the 37-mile Constitution Trail. Dining options include Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano and Ancho & Agave on East Empire Street, with Crafted Coffee Brews nearby for coffee and boba tea. Shopping is convenient with stores like Kroger, Meijer, Target, and TJ Maxx on East College Avenue. Public transportation is accessible via Connect Transit, with the nearest bus stop about a mile west on Gill Street. Interstate 55, five miles north, connects residents to downtown Chicago, 134 miles away. Annual events such as Bruegala, the Doggie Easter Egg Hunt, and the Bloomington-Normal Jaycees Holiday Parade add to the community's vibrant atmosphere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hawthorne a good place to live?
Hawthorne is a good place to live. Hawthorne is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Hawthorne is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Hawthorne has 11 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.6 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $223,188 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 79.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Hawthorne are home owners, with 1.8% of residents renting and 98.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hawthorne can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hawthorne neighborhood guide.
Is Hawthorne, IL a safe neighborhood?
Hawthorne, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hawthorne?
The median home price in Hawthorne is $1,390,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $278,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $7,210 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $309K a year to afford the median home price in Hawthorne. The average household income in Hawthorne is $223K.
What are the best public schools in Hawthorne?
The best public schools that serve Hawthorne are:
What are the best private schools in Hawthorne?
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Home Trends in Hawthorne, IL
On average, homes in Hawthorne, Bloomington sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hawthorne, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $1,229,000, up 226% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,229,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$434,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,229,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$497
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$1,390,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
226%