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Lakeside living along Basin 1
A lakeside lifestyle is just a given at Greenlake, a quiet community on the eastern outskirts of Decatur. Direct access to Basin 1 of Lake Decatur attracts buyers to the area's waterside properties, and inland homes are right by a public access dock while staying below the city's average home price. While locals might feel far from the city center, amenities like schools, retail hubs and an airport are all within 5 miles. The neighborhood also has access to two distinct avenues that connect locals to Downtown Decatur and beyond.
East Lost Bridge Road leads into the Greenlake neighborhood of Decatur, IL.
Greenlake residents enjoy a day fishing on Lake Decatur in Decatur, IL.
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Public dock available at Sportsmans Park
Greenlake is right along Basin 1 of Lake Decatur, offering ample access to the water and eye-catching views. "People love to walk along the lake," says Colleen Brinkoetter, a Realtor at Brinkoetter Realtors who's sold all over the city. "They'll walk around to Lost Bridge Road and all the way up to Highway 36. My kids' cross-country team used to run that track all the time." A walk around the lake can be up to 5 miles long before hitting the highway. Many homes along the shore have personal boat launches, and Sportsmans Park features a public boat launch for all others. Jet skis and boats cruise the waters year-round, even when the water gets mossy in the heat of summer, especially when it hasn't rained in a while. Licensed anglers with a Salmon Stamp can also use the dock to fish for rainbow trout during open season. Sportsmans Park also houses the Schaub Floral Display Center, which attracts bees and butterflies with its fragrant flowers. Ivy Hill Park on the opposite end of the neighborhood is another popular spot to enjoy the water but from the comfort of wooden benches and gingham-printed picnic blankets.
A father and son spend a day fishing at Sportsman Park in Decatur, IL.
The dock at Sportsman Park is a popular spot to enjoy fishing with family & friends in Decatur.
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Shopping for tackle and feeling snackish
The closest retail corridor to Greenlake is 2 miles northeast along Illinois State Route 121. The area features a Walmart Supercenter, Kroger and Aldi. Brittany Lamb, who lives near Greenlake and works as a Realtor at Brinkoetter Realtors, says these are the shopping facilities residents head to first. Between the stores are also chain restaurants and an AMC Classic movie theater. Closer to the neighborhood, about 1-1/2 miles away but still along 121, is Kenney's Ace Hardware and Fisherman's Quarters, a marine supply store for residents who enjoy boating and fishing. Shoppers feeling snackish can pop in next door to Big Hungry's Daylight Donuts. Lamb also says that people don't mind driving a bit farther away for what they need. "There are a lot of different pockets nearby for shopping and dining," she says. "Mount Zion has some nice locally owned restaurants, and it's maybe a 10-minute drive maximum. Our downtown is also known for its restaurants and boutique shops." Mount Zion is about 4 miles south, although its closest restaurants are under 3 miles away. Downtown Decatur is 4-1/2 miles northwest.
A couple gets their boat repaired at the Fisherman's Quarters Marine & RV Center in Decatur, IL.
Rural King offers Greenlake residents a place to buy farm and home supplies in Decatur, IL.
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Taking Lost Bridge Road into downtown
Running through the bottom of Greenlake is East Lost Bridge Road, which connects to a bridge 2 miles away crossing over Lake Decatur. Utilizing the bridge connects residents to Downtown Decatur in roughly 5 miles. Illinois State Route 121 is also under 2 miles away to the east, leading drivers toward Highway 36 and the Decatur Airport in the north or Mount Zion in the south. Public transportation is minimal because the neighborhood is far from the city center.
The sun set colors the sky near Lost Bridge Road in Decatur's Greenlake community.
Route 121 is under 2 miles away to the east of Greenlake.
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Lakeside living and affordable ranch-style homes
Greenlake is entirely residential, with single-family residences comprising almost all the housing. Ranch and bi-level-style homes dominate the landscape, although some Cape Cods and a tiny community of condos are also tucked in. Most homes range between $120,000 and $190,000, but homes with more square footage or lot acreage, especially along the lake, can range between $250,000 and $300,000. Locals keep their lawns neatly cut, with minimal shrubs and shade trees. Certain streets are lined with narrow sidewalks, but most roads are traveled solely by car.
Ranch homes are a common architecture style in the Greenlake area of Decatur, IL.
Split-level design is a popular style in Decatur's Greenlake community.
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Split between two school districts
Depending on where students live in Greenlake, they attend schools in either the Decatur Public School District or Mount Zion School District. Children are zoned for Decatur public schools attend Muffley Elementary School, followed by Stephen Decatur Middle School. Both schools receive a C-minus rating from Niche. Eisenhower High School earns a C-plus rating; the school offers an agricultural academy, a public safety career program and a civic leadership institute. Students zoned for Mount Zion can attend McGaughey Elementary School, which earns a B on Niche, followed by the B-plus-rated Mt. Zion Intermediate School. Across the street from Mt. Zion Intermediate is the B-rated Mt. Zion High School, which has the Richland Transfer Academy that lets students earn college credits alongside their high school diploma.
Muffley Elementary School creates an inspiring atmosphere for learning.
Stephen Decatur Middle School creates an inspiring atmosphere for learning.
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Parks in this Area
Sportsman Park
Fletcher Park Recreation Center
Mattoon Peterson Park
Heritage Park
Lawson Park
Friendship Garden
Lake Charleston Park
Charleston Dog Park
Greenlake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Greenlake, Decatur sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Greenlake, Decatur over the last 12 months is $479,870.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
984
Median Age
51
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,243
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,894
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
20/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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