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History and location come together
Northwest is one of Bloomington’s oldest neighborhoods. The neighborhood is less than a quarter mile from the McLean County Courthouse in Downtown Bloomington, which was built in 1868, and most of its homes were built in the early 1900s. “It’s where the town originally started,” says Caroline Bird, Realtor with Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group. “The town’s original structures are close to that area.” Just north of Downtown Bloomington and west of Illinois Wesleyan University, Northwest is a historic neighborhood within walking distance of Bloomington’s major attractions.
Northwest is within walking distance of Downtown Bloomington.
Lucca Grill near Northwest has a great historic interior complete with a tin ceiling.
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Bungalows and shotgun homes
The median year Northwest homes were built is 1910. “Some haven’t been renovated yet,” Bird says, “but most have been renovated.” Common home styles reflect the trends of the early 1900s, with bungalows, shotgun homes and traditional two-stories lining the streets. Homes needing work can sell as low as $50,000, while fully renovated homes sell as high as $250,000. The median home price is $124,500, up 3% from the previous year.
Bunaglow homes are common in Northwest.
Smaller shotgun homes can be found throughout Northwest.
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Local restaurants and shops
Home cooks can head to the neighborhood's north end to pick up fresh produce and other groceries at Kroger on North Main Street. Northwest has a few local restaurants like Carl’s Ice Cream Factory and Crawford’s Corner Pub, but nearby Downtown Bloomington holds local favorites like The Lucca Grill, which serves Italian fare, and Reality Bites, Bloomington’s hotspot for tapas. Music aficionados living in Northwest head to West Union and North Main Street to pick up records at Reverberation Vinyl.
Northwest residents can head downtown for popular restaurants like Reality Bites.
Northwest residents shop for classic vinyls at Reverberation.
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Parks with a sandbox and skate park
For green space, residents can walk the Illinois Wesleyan University campus, just across Main Street, but the neighborhood’s closest park — Franklin Park — holds a sandbox and a playground for kids to enjoy. Just under a mile west of Northwest, O’Neil Park holds a gazebo, a skate park and three baseball fields.
Franklin Park is a great place for a morning walk.
The pool at O'Neil Park is a great place to cool off on a hot summer day.
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Beer and holiday celebrations
Living near Downtown Bloomington, Northwest residents are within walking distance of the city’s biggest events. In September, Bloomington beer fans celebrate local brewers with Bruegala, bringing local food trucks, music and games to Downtown Bloomington. Holidays in Bloomington also draw big crowds. The Bloomington-Normal Jaycee Holiday Parade covers miles of city streets and entertains residents with live music and performances on the move.
The Bloomington Farmers Market offers a wide array of products, including vegetables and fruits.
Enjoy games at the annual McLean County Fair.
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Bus stops, sidewalks and interstate travel
Northwest’s streets are lined with sidewalks, so residents can easily access Connect Transit bus stops along North Center Street, North Main Street and West Emerson Street. A mile and a half west, residents can hop on Interstate 74, which connects to I55 and puts St. Louis 164 miles southeast of Bloomington. Staying within Bloomington-Normal, drivers can take North Center Street and North Main Street a quarter mile south and reach Downtown Bloomington, or head east on East Empire Street to reach the Central Illinois Regional Airport 4 miles away.
Award-winning high school education
Bent Elementary School sits within Northwest, so families can walk their kindergarten through fifth-grade students to school. Bent Elementary earns a C-plus on Niche. For grades six through eight, students attend Bloomington Junior High School, which earns a B-minus. Bloomington High School, named a U.S. News & World Report Bronze Medal Winner in 2009 and Silver Medal Winner in 2012, earns an A-minus.
After school programs at Bloomington Junior High School are plentiful.
The athletics at Bloomington High School are some of the best in the area.
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Parks in this Area
Franklin Park
Miller Park
Fell Avenue Park
Constitution Trail
O'Neil Park
Transit
Airport
Central Il Regional/Bloomington-Normal
15 min drive
Bus
Main St & University St
Bus
Center St & Union St
Bus
Center St & Empire St
Bus
Center St & Emerson St
Bus
Lee St & Chestnut St
Bus
Main St & Empire St
Bus
Main St & Chestnut St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Northwest
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northwest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwest, Bloomington sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwest, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $163,775, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Move in ready ranch style home with enclosed front porch. This 2 bed 1 bath home has ton to offer. Updated flooring throughout, eat in kitchen with cabinets, appliances, doors, trim, fixtures, bathroom fixtures, HVAC, roof and siding (2024). Move right in. Agent interest!
An adorable cottage home is all set for you to make it your own! Updates include NEW ROOF 2024, porch railing, bedroom LVP flooring, spacious kitchen island with butcher block top, refreshed front porch, steps, and facade, and new toilet. Also notice the windows have been updated; no wood, strings, or chipping paint here! The backyard is enclosed to let pets run free, as well as providing
Smart investment opportunity in a great east side neighborhood! This two-unit property has been refreshed inside and is currently fully occupied for solid cash flow. The main floor unit features two bedrooms and one bath and is currently leased through the end of the year. The upper unit offers three bedrooms and one bath and is currently leased through April of 2026. Mechanicals are separated
Looking for a rental to call home, if so, this rare find with charm & beauty could be the one! Updated kitchen features 42" cabinets with appliances & incredible corner built-in seating with storage! Four generous bedrooms, beautiful hardwood flooring, great natural light & beautiful yard! Professionally refinished hardwood flooring, wiring & fusebox, deck, trees, bushes & landscaping, water
Monica WashingtonColdwell Banker Real Estate Group
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,602
Median Age
34
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$36,184
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,430
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.9%
College Graduates
28%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
