Why Live in Oakridge
Oakridge is an established neighborhood in Bloomington, looked after by a propery owners association that hosts family-friendly events for the community, including a 4th of July parade and Easter egg hunt. Most homes were built from the mid-1980s to the late 1990s, and have been updated recently. There are 218 residences, ranging from ranch-style to traditional two-story homes. Residents enjoy access to the Constitution Trail, which connects at Matlock Drive and spans 37 miles. Nearby Rollingbrook Park offers a playground, pickleball courts and sports fields. Veterans Parkway, less than a mile west, is a hub for dining with numerous restaurants, microbreweries and food trucks, including Tony’s Tacos and Lil Beaver Brewery. Grocery shopping is convenient with a Kroger located a mile away on East Oakland Avenue. The Central Illinois Regional Airport is a 3-mile drive, providing connections to larger airports. Despite its proximity, the neighborhood is not disturbed by the air traffic. Access to Interstate 74 is about 5 miles away. Oakridge is served by Washington Elementary School, Bloomington Junior High School and the highly-rated Bloomington High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oakridge a good place to live?
Oakridge is a good place to live. Oakridge is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Oakridge has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.9 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $140,717 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 64.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Oakridge are home owners, with 3.8% of residents renting and 96.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oakridge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oakridge neighborhood guide.
Is Oakridge, IL a safe neighborhood?
Oakridge, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oakridge?
The median home price in Oakridge is $374,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $80K a year to afford the median home price in Oakridge. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Oakridge is $141K.
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Home Trends in Oakridge, IL
On average, homes in Oakridge, Bloomington sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Oakridge, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $381,250, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$381,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$381,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$115
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$374,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%