Why Live in Garden Hills
Garden Hills, situated in the northwest part of Champaign, is an established neighborhood renowned for its long-term residents and stability. The area is divided by railroad tracks, with ongoing efforts to address a flood-prone section south of the tracks through the construction of a detention basin, expected to be completed by summer 2024. Hedge Park, featuring a splash play area, exercise stations, playground equipment, and a plaza gathering space, is set to open by early 2026. Current recreational options include Garden Hills Park, offering a walking trail, baseball diamond, and playground. Nearby Dodds Park features a lighted baseball and soccer fields and the Tribute to Olympic Athletes monument. The neighborhood features split-level and ranch-style homes built in the 1950s, typically with two to three bedrooms and ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 square feet. Dining options on Prospect Avenue include Dos Reales Mexican Restaurant, while Thara Thai is on Bloomington Road. Retail stores, including Target, Sam’s Club, and Meijer, are located north of I-74 on Prospect Avenue. The Kraft Heinz facility, a significant local employer, has recently experienced odor issues from its wastewater treatment plant. However, these are not considered health hazards. The Champaign Unit 4 School District offers an elementary school choice system, with Centennial High School receiving high ratings. Garden Hills is a short drive from both Interstate 74 and the University of Illinois campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Garden Hills a good place to live?
Garden Hills is a good place to live. Garden Hills is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Garden Hills has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 32. The average household income is $52,735 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Garden Hills are renters, with 64.1% of residents renting and 35.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Garden Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Garden Hills neighborhood guide.
Is Garden Hills, IL a safe neighborhood?
Garden Hills, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Garden Hills?
The median home price in Garden Hills is $132,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $26,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $650 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $28K a year to afford the median home price in Garden Hills. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Garden Hills is $53K.
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Home Trends in Garden Hills, IL
On average, homes in Garden Hills, Champaign sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Garden Hills, Champaign over the last 12 months is $118,300, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$118,300
Median Single Family Sale Price
$122,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$116
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median List Price
$132,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%