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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oakridge a good place to live?
Oakridge is a good place to live. Oakridge is considered car-dependent and bikeable. Oakridge has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.0 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 4% of residents renting and 96% 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 $414,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $83,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.49%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,100 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $90K 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.
What are the best public schools in Oakridge?
The best public schools that serve Oakridge are:
- Bloomington High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Washington Elementary School has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 16:1.
- Bloomington Junior High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 2.8.
What are the best private schools in Oakridge?
The best private schools that serve Oakridge are:
- Central Catholic High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- Midwest Christian Academy has a C- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 0:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Holy Trinity Catholic School has a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Oakridge, Bloomington, IL?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Oakridge, Bloomington, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Oakridge, Bloomington, IL are Founders Grove, Lakewood-Hillcrest, Fairway Knolls, Maple Wood and Near East.
