Why Live in Cobblers Crossing
Cobblers Crossing in Elgin, Illinois, offers picturesque outdoor spaces and quiet suburban living with convenient access to Chicago, located 38 miles away. This neighborhood features newer homes built within the last 25 years, with modern designs including brick facades and vinyl siding, well-kept lawns, and one- and two-car garages. Cobblers Crossing Lake serves as a central outdoor retreat, complemented by Canterbury Park Place with its play area, picnic shelter, and open field, and Freedom Run Dog Park, which offers 4 acres of fenced-in space for dogs. Canterbury Fields Park further enhances the neighborhood with a cricket field. Shopping centers on the south side provide Mexican and fast food restaurants, while fresh produce is available at Aldi and Elgin Fresh Market. Residents often venture three miles to downtown Elgin for a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, including Elgin Public House and cultural venues like the Hemmens Cultural Center. The neighborhood is part of School District U-46, with schools offering a range of educational opportunities. Cobblers Crossing is car-dependent, with a walk score of eight and a bike score of 43, but offers public transportation via the 543 bus route. The area is practical for families and commuters alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cobblers Crossing a good place to live?
Cobblers Crossing is a good place to live. Cobblers Crossing is considered very car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Cobblers Crossing has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.8 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $102,653 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 33.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Cobblers Crossing are home owners, with 19.3% of residents renting and 80.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cobblers Crossing can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cobblers Crossing neighborhood guide.
Is Cobblers Crossing, IL a safe neighborhood?
Cobblers Crossing, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cobblers Crossing?
The median home price in Cobblers Crossing is $412,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $82,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,130 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $91K a year to afford the median home price in Cobblers Crossing. The average household income in Cobblers Crossing is $103K.
What are the best public schools in Cobblers Crossing?
The best public schools that serve Cobblers Crossing are:
What are the best private schools in Cobblers Crossing?
The best private schools that serve Cobblers Crossing are:
- Elgin Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- Valeo Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- St Johns Lutheran School has a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
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Home Trends in Cobblers Crossing, IL
On average, homes in Cobblers Crossing, Elgin sell after 85 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cobblers Crossing, Elgin over the last 12 months is $625,000, up 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$625,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$284,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$517,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$625,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$570,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$494
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median List Price
$412,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
40%