Hawthorne Houses for Sale

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.