Why Live in Twin Grove
Twin Grove in Bloomington, Illinois, features a variety of single-family homes, including mid-century modern, ranch, colonial, and traditional styles, with prices ranging from $200,000 to $450,000. The neighborhood is characterized by stretches of cornfields along its western edge and mature trees throughout, though the eastern part is largely industrial. While Twin Grove lacks immediate park facilities, residents can enjoy nearby Forrest Park, located 7 miles away, which offers picnic areas, playgrounds, and nature trails. Essential shopping and dining options are conveniently close, with a Walmart Supercenter, Blain’s Farm and Fleet, and ALDI just a short drive away. Local dining includes BloNo Pizza, which also features a game room for family entertainment. Community events are often centered around the West Twin Grove Christian Church, which hosts various programs and outreach activities. The neighborhood's location along Illinois Route 9 provides easy access to Bloomington, just 5 miles east, and major highways like Interstates 55 and 74, connecting residents to Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Schools in the area include Fox Creek Elementary School and Parkside Junior High School, both offering quality education, and Normal Community West High School, which is highly rated and offers unique programs such as a Cybersecurity Team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Twin Grove a good place to live?
Twin Grove is a good place to live. Twin Grove is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Twin Grove is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Twin Grove has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.6 people per acre and a median age of 49. The average household income is $133,206 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 49.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Twin Grove are home owners, with 4% of residents renting and 96% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Twin Grove can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Twin Grove neighborhood guide.
Is Twin Grove, IL a safe neighborhood?
Twin Grove, 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 Twin Grove?
The median home price in Twin Grove is $449,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $89,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,330 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $100K a year to afford the median home price in Twin Grove. The average household income in Twin Grove is $133K.
What are the best public schools in Twin Grove?
The best public schools that serve Twin Grove are:
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Home Trends in Twin Grove, IL
On average, homes in Twin Grove, Bloomington sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Twin Grove, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $439,000, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$439,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$439,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$183
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$449,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
27%