Why Live in Camelot
Camelot, a neighborhood in Decatur, features bi-level homes, ranch-style houses, and occasional bungalows along its wide, tree-lined streets. The homes, often priced between $70,000 and $110,000, are closely spaced, with some homeowners opting for chain link fences for added privacy. The southern part of Camelot includes a few condominiums and a large apartment complex. While the neighborhood itself lacks parks, East Mound Park, located 1 mile west, offers 39 acres of green space and soccer fields, and Knights of Columbus Park, 1 mile southeast, provides a playground and picnic area. For shopping and dining, residents frequent the Moundford Plaza Shopping Center, less than 1 mile away, which includes Cravings Corner, Thirsty's Speakeasy, and Debbie's Video Gaming Café. Additional amenities like Walmart and Sam's Club are 2 miles west. Camelot is home to the Decatur Corrections Center, a notable feature that residents generally accept. Major employers such as ADM and Caterpillar are within 2 miles. Illinois State Route 48, 1 mile away, connects to Interstate 72, facilitating travel to Springfield, Bloomington, and Champaign. Public bus stops are available on East Mound Road, and Decatur Airport is 8 miles southeast. Students in Camelot attend schools in the Argenta-Oreana Community Unit School District, known for its small-town feel, with Argenta-Oreana Elementary, Middle, and High Schools serving the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Camelot a good place to live?
Camelot is a good place to live. Camelot is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Camelot is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 37. The average household income is $59,327 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Camelot are renters, with 70.5% of residents renting and 29.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Camelot can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Camelot neighborhood guide.
Is Camelot, IL a safe neighborhood?
Camelot, 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 Camelot?
The median home price in Camelot is $105,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $21,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $540 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $23K a year to afford the median home price in Camelot. The average household income in Camelot is $59K.
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Home Trends in Camelot, IL
On average, homes in Camelot, Decatur sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Camelot, Decatur over the last 12 months is $92,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$92,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$92,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$96
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$105,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%