Why Live in Garden Park
Garden Park, located just north of downtown Champaign, Illinois, is a quiet residential neighborhood known for its affordable homes and proximity to nature. The area features a mix of small Cape Cod and ranch-style houses, typically with two bedrooms. Residents enjoy easy access to several parks, including Hazel Park, which offers open fields, a basketball court, and a playground, and Spaulding Park, which has a baseball diamond, tennis courts, and a skatepark. The Randolph Street Community Garden encourages local gardening. Garden Park is 1 mile from downtown Champaign and 2.5 miles from downtown Urbana, providing convenient access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. Notable dining options in downtown Champaign include Black Dog Smoke and Ale House and Seven Saints, which are popular for their barbeque and American fare, respectively. Grocery stores like Meijer, Target, Aldi, and Walmart Supercenter are located within 2 miles on the other side of I-74. The neighborhood is served by Champaign Central High School, which has a high rating. Public transportation is available through the Mass Transit District (MTD), and major travel hubs like the Amtrak station and Willard Airport are 1.5 miles and 7 miles away, respectively. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's sports events and Urbana's Market at the Square are popular local attractions. Garden Park offers a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a practical choice for residents seeking a peaceful environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Garden Park a good place to live?
Garden Park is a good place to live. Garden Park is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Garden Park has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 35. The average household income is $49,286 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 18% of residents. A majority of residents in Garden Park are renters, with 57.6% of residents renting and 42.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Garden Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Garden Park neighborhood guide.
Is Garden Park, IL a safe neighborhood?
Garden Park, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Garden Park?
The median home price in Garden Park is $403,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,090 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 Garden Park. The average household income in Garden Park is $49K.
What are the best public schools in Garden Park?
The best public schools that serve Garden Park are:
- Central High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
What are the best private schools in Garden Park?
The best private schools that serve Garden Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Garden Park?
Yes, home prices in Garden Park are down 87% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Garden Park, IL
On average, homes in Garden Park, Champaign sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Garden Park, Champaign over the last 12 months is $85,000, down 87% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$85,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$269,495
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$389,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$162
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$403,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
23%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-87%