$309,445Average Value$113Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Families come for the convenience but stay for the community
A North Pointe resident for more than thirty years, Karen Hage says the neighborhood’s convenient location attracts families and its friendly community keeps people there. The friendliness of neighbors, Hage says, is the most unique thing about North Pointe. “A lot of people come in and raise their families, then there will be a new wave of young families come in,” Hage says. “But we live in a cul-de-sac, and only one house has changed over since we’ve lived there.” Though the neighborhood is strictly residential, it is surrounded by shopping and dining options.
North Pointe features a number of walking paths and water features that residents love.
North Pointe is located on the east side of Normal.
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Points all over Bloomington-Normal are accessible by trail
North Pointe residents have access to the Bloomington-Normal Connect Transit bus system by way of bus stops along East College Avenue and Fort Jesse Road. Neighborhood streets are lined with sidewalks, and Hage says trails weave through common spaces between homes, giving families with young kids a safe walking path to Northpoint Elementary School. The neighborhood’s trails also connect to Bloomington-Normal’s Constitution Trail, which is popular with bikers and runners. About a half-mile west of North Pointe, drivers can access Veterans Parkway, a commercial corridor connecting to Interstate 55, almost two miles north. The interstate puts downtown Chicago 135 miles away from the Bloomington-Normal area.
North Pointe residents are known to get excercise on the walking paths.
North Pointe residents can utilize the popular Constitution Trail.
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Local brews and plenty of grocery options, all within a mile or two
“We have like six different grocery stores within a mile or two of us,” Hage says. Within a mile west of North Pointe, residents can reach Meijer, Walmart, Kroger and ALDI. Jewel Osco and Hy-Vee are roughly two miles south, while Schucks is slightly further south. On Towanda Avenue, a mile west, DESTIHL Restaurant serves locally crafted beer and a full menu of pub fare. Just under three miles south, on East Empire Street, Eastland Mall delivers a typical mall experience with stores like Journeys and Old Navy.
Flinger's is just a short drive from North Pointe with great beer options.
Meijer is a popular grocery option for residents of North Pointe.
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Connection to the Constitution Trail and beyond
North Pointe’s trails wrap around the neighborhood’s pond and connect to the Constitution Trail, which spans 37 miles of old railway land and reaches trailheads throughout Bloomington-Normal. Neighbors can also take the trail to Tipton Trail, which reaches Tipton Park to the southeast. Tipton Park packs numerous amenities like a splash pad, a barn-themed playground, a basketball court and a baseball field.
Tipton Trail offers amazing walking paths for residents of North Pointe.
North Pointe residents can enjoy the areas biking paths.
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Larger, two-story homes
The median year homes were built in North Pointe is 1986 and the average size is 2,508 square feet. Lot sizes are slightly larger than other suburban neighborhoods in Bloomington-Normal with a median size of roughly half an acre. Home styles tend to have colonial-style influence, though the occasional ranch-style or Cape Cod home add variety to the landscape. Homes typically sell between $250,000 and $400,000. The median price is $340,900, an 18% increase from the previous year.
North Pointe is made up entirely of new build single family homes.
North Pointe has some variety in home sizes and styles that are mostly colonial revival.
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Northpoint Elementary within walking distance
Young students of North Pointe are within walking distance from the beginning of their educational journey. Northpoint Elementary School sits within the neighborhood and serves kindergarten through fifth-grade students, earning an A-minus on Niche. Kingsley Junior High School serves sixth through eighth-grade students and earns a B. Normal Community High School offers students college credits with its selection of AP classes and earns an A.
Northpoint Elementary School is a common option for residents of North Point.
Kingsley Junior High School serves residents of the North Pointe community.
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Events throughout Bloomington-Normal
“There’s the corn festival, concerts, comedy shows,” Hage says of events around North Pointe. “And ISU always has stuff going on.” The Bloomington-Normal Sweet Corn Circus is an annual celebration of the town’s agricultural roots. The festival delivers more than 50,000 ears of sweet corn to residents and features arts, crafts and local vendors in a two-day, family-friendly event. Normal LIVE is the area’s summer concert series, attracting residents with live music and local food vendors. In September, Illinois State University holds its annual homecoming event, featuring a 5K run, a homecoming parade and plenty of tailgating excitement.
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Parks in this Area
Miller Park
Tipton Park
Tipton Trail
Constitution Trail
Transit
Airport
Central Il Regional/Bloomington-Normal
10 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
North Pointe
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Pointe, Bloomington sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in North Pointe, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $283,718, down 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$288,500
Median Single Family Price
$299,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$113
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Months of Supply
1.10
Median List Price
$292,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
121
Median Year Built
1986
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,508
Above the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,268
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,691
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
653
Median Age
44
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$114,622
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$149,404
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.5%
College Graduates
77.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
17/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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