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A Normal trio of subdivisions
North Normal is a pocket of three separate suburban subdivisions tucked away from the rest of Bloomington-Normal. North Fields, Heather Ridge and North Bridge sit just north of Normal’s Ironwood Golf Course and less than a mile north of Interstate 55. The neighborhood is surrounded by farmland on three sides, and all three subdivisions connect to Veterans Parkway, which residents access to Normal’s nearby shopping and dining scene. “As soon as you get on Veterans Parkway and pass under the interstate, then everything is right there,” says Mark Bowers, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Central Illinois Realtors. “It’s outside the hustle and bustle of Normal, but also very close to everything.”
Hudson Elementary north of Normal
Hudson Elementary School is one of the attractions to living in North Normal, Bowers says. “People like that they can send their kids to a smaller elementary school, but they can still attend District 5,” he says. North Normal students attend elementary school at Hudson Elementary School, which sits in the town of Hudson, just north of Normal. The school serves kindergarten through fifth grade and earns a B on Niche. Kingsley Junior High School serves grades six through eight and also earns a B. The girls’ soccer team of Normal Community West High School—which serves North Normal high school students—has won four Big Twelve Conference titles and qualified for two Illinois High School Association State Tournaments. Normal Community West earns a B-plus.
Fishing at Large Lake and access to 37 miles of trail
Weaving between North Fields and Heather Ridge, Constitution Trail is a paved trail that runs throughout the Bloomington-Normal metro area. The trail is popular among bikers, hikers and runners and covers 37 miles of old railway property. North Bridge subdivision includes two lakes, frequented by Canadian geese and populated with several species of fish. Residents may use non-motorized watercraft on the lakes, and catch and release fishing is permitted. Directly south of the neighborhood is Normal’s Ironwood Golf Course, a par 72 golf course. Less than 3 miles south along Veterans Parkway, dogs can run around the Shepard Park Dog Park, and the kids can climb and slide on the park’s playground.
Shopping and dining along Veterans Parkway
A short trip down Veterans Parkway puts North Normal residents in the thick of the city’s shopping and dining offerings, Bowers says. “There’s Portillo’s restaurant, Menards, DESTIHL, Sam’s Club and Walmart,” he says. “It’s really convenient.” On the other side of Interstate 55 from North Normal, DESTIHL is a staple brewery of Normal, serving a full menu of pub fare alongside its selection of craft beers. Famous for its hot dogs and sandwiches, Portillo’s started in Chicago and now has a location on Landmark Drive, about 2 miles south of North Normal. In the same commercial corridor as Portillo’s, residents can shop at national chains like Target and Walmart. A bit farther south, just under 5 miles from North Normal, Eastland Mall offers a full mall experience with stores like Old Navy and Journeys.
Home prices increase moving north
North Fields, Heather Ridge and North Bridge all merge, though each differs in lot sizes and living experiences. Starting in North Fields, the neighborhood’s southernmost subdivision, lot sizes and home prices increase moving north into Heather Ridge and North Bridge. “North Bridge is the pinnacle of pricing in that area,” Bowers says. “Rightfully so, since they have the biggest lot sizes.” Some North Bridge lots are waterfront on the subdivisions two lakes. Home styles are relatively consistent throughout each section, ranging from ranch-style homes to two-story colonial and traditional-style homes. Prices in North Fields range from $250,000 to $335,000, while Heather Ridge homes range from $300,000 to $445,000. North Bridge does offer a small selection of townhomes that typically sell around $250,000, but single-family homes in the subdivision sell between $400,000 and $600,000.
Interstate 55 a half-mile away
Bloomington-Normal’s Connect Transit bus system does not reach North Normal, but residents have quick access to Interstate 55 about half a mile south. With the interstate so close, residents are about 135 miles away from downtown Chicago. North Normal’s streets are lined with sidewalks, and all three subdivisions connect to the Constitution Trail, so residents can get their steps in at home or walk to other neighborhoods all over Bloomington-Normal.
The CornBelters and Cruisin’ Uptown
Five miles southwest of North Normal, Normal’s CornBelters baseball team practices and hosts games at their stadium, The Corn Crib. From late spring to early fall, Normal LIVE brings live music to the city as a summer concert series. In August, Bloomington-Normal residents break out their best classic and contemporary cars for Cruisin’ Uptown Normal. Besides showcasing hundreds of cars, the show features live music and vendors from all over the city.
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Parks in this Area
Constitution Trail
Transit
Airport
Central Il Regional/Bloomington-Normal
17 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
North Bridge
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Bridge, Normal sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in North Bridge, Normal over the last 12 months is $389,320, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
HUGE New Construction Ranch home with MONSTER finished basement featuring jumbo covered porch off rear and no one behind you for some years to come! Home is nearly complete as of mid-April and will be fully done end of April. What a build in Heather Ridge with so many of the modern extras you deserve when you buy new in today's market. 2x6 exterior walls, R-19 insulation, fully insulated
"The Shalimar Plan" 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath in North Bridge! Superb open feel has elevated ceilings, large kitchen, unique focal staircase, plant ledge, grand foyer, and awesome stairway that overlooks foyer. Main floor has flex room, family room, huge kitchen with tons of cabinets as well as the laundry with a nice drop zone and 1/2 bath. The 2nd floor features large bedrooms with generous sized
Welcome the "Myra 3.0" Plan to the jumbo lots of North Bridge! This first floor master has been built with smaller versions around Blono, but never this large and spacious. Enjoy large family room with beautiful fireplace, exposed rod stair well accents the family room. The kitchen has custom soft close cabinets, SS appliances, quartz counter-tops, tiles backsplash, pantry, and large dinette
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,028
Median Age
45
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$101,027
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,902
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.7%
College Graduates
49.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.4%
% Population in Labor Force
74.5%
Above 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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 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.
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