Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dobbins Downs a good place to live?
Dobbins Downs is a good place to live. Dobbins Downs is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Dobbins Downs is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Dobbins Downs has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 35. The average household income is $63,188 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 16.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Dobbins Downs are renters, with 60% of residents renting and 40% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Dobbins Downs can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Dobbins Downs neighborhood guide.
Is Dobbins Downs, IL a safe neighborhood?
Dobbins Downs, IL is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Dobbins Downs?
The median home price in Dobbins Downs is $159,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $31,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.66%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $35K a year to afford the median home price in Dobbins Downs. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Dobbins Downs is $63K.
What are the best public schools in Dobbins Downs?
The best public schools that serve Dobbins Downs are:
- Central High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- Centennial High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.4.
- Garden Hills Elementary School has a C Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 16:1.
What are the best private schools in Dobbins Downs?
The best private schools that serve Dobbins Downs are:
- Judah Christian School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- The High School of Saint Thomas More has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
- Holy Cross Elementary School has a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
What are the most popular zip codes in Dobbins Downs, Champaign, IL?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Dobbins Downs, Champaign, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Dobbins Downs, Champaign, IL are Garden Hills, Parkland Ridge, Boulder Ridge, Downtown Champaign and Sawgrass.
