Country Club
Events and support from the neighborhood association
The Country Club Neighborhood Association is an active group that promotes neighborliness and community well-being. Most years, they plan a block party, community yard sales and a Fourth of July Parade. "Kids come from all over for Halloween, too," Slottag says. "I think last year we had over 200 kids, which is pretty impressive considering we've only got like 400 homes." The association also works with city officials, local police and designated "block captains" to address residential concerns. From maintaining sidewalks to dog barking complaints, Slottag says: "We all work together to resolve things together." Current projects include re-doing the entrance signs to the neighborhood. "One of them was just landscaped in cooperation with a neighborhood boy scout; it was his project to qualify to become an Eagle Scout," Slottag says.Vintage brick homes under mature trees
The Country Club neighborhood contains two subdivisions, Country Club Acres and Country Club Estates, but there's little distinction between them. Most homes here have red brick exteriors and come in classic styles from the 1960s and 1970s, including ranch and colonial revival. Prices range from $200,000 to $300,000 based on size and renovations. Lots usually span a quarter acre, filled with playsets or pools under the shade of mature trees. The majority of the streets are lined with sidewalks, an amenity locals don't hesitate to take advantage of. "We really value our sidewalks," Slottag says. "There's one lady who's around 90 who goes out to walk her dog every day, and her neighbor from four doors down goes with her to make sure she gets around safely."Public schools and nearby faith-based options
Neighborhood kids are zoned to start at Owen March Elementary School, which gets a B-minus rating from Niche. Then it's on to Grant Middle, rated C, and Springfield High School, rated A. Springfield High offers AP classes and Career & Technical courses in Business, Education and Family/Consumer Science. The neighborhood also borders Our Savior's Lutheran School, a faith-based institution serving preschool through eighth grade. The school has only one class per grade, and students enjoy personalized instruction, like the reading program that pairs four kids with one teacher. Niche rates the school with an A grade.Outdoor recreation at Washington Park
The neighborhood's name comes from the nearby Illini Country Club, but the club itself isn't a huge part of neighborhood culture. "The name is more of a proximity thing than anything else," Slottag says. "I would say more people are going to Washington Park if they want to go outside." Washington Park, the biggest outdoor recreation hub in the city, has sports courts, fishing ponds and an extensive botanical garden, all open for free. The botanical gardens have a carillon — a unique bell tower instrument that is the site of regular outdoor concerts and holiday celebrations. Pasfield Golf Course is a public 9-hole course just north of Washington Park. But for those interested in having a country club within walking distance, Illini offers a challenging 18-hole golf course, a pool, dining options and events for adults and kids.A mile away from Springfield's most significant retail hub
Country Club sits just north of the White Oaks Mall. In recent years, many of the mall stores have closed, and some space is being converted into office buildings. However, there are still some retailers to choose from, and the commercial strips around the mall still have some of the densest retail selections in Springfield. Big brand stores in the surrounding area include Ulta Beauty, T.J. Maxx and Harvest Market, a combination restaurant, bar, and specialty grocery store that sells locally sourced food. Another mile down State Route 4, there's a Walmart and Target. Less than a mile north of the neighborhood, there are some smaller businesses, like the Mexican food at Taco Gringo West and the cozy American bistro Lime Street Café. About a 15-minute walk from the neighborhood, these two options are go-tos for dining out.Hop on Route 4 to the airport and beyond
Country Club borders Route 4, so it's convenient for north and south travel. Even the 200-mile drive to Chicago is almost a direct shot along this major road. The Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is also directly accessible, just 6 miles north. Though the road can bring some noise to homes along the neighborhood's western edge, a wall of trees acts as a buffer. For inner-city commutes, downtown Springfield and the city's medical district are both about 4 miles away. Bus lines run along the neighborhood's north side, connecting to and from downtown in about 20 minutes.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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JULIE DAVIS
JULIE DAVIS
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
(217) 860-0893
476 Total Sales
2 in Country Club
$220K - $303K Price Range
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Jim Fulgenzi
Jim Fulgenzi
RE/MAX Professionals
(217) 993-8699
767 Total Sales
5 in Country Club
$140K - $655K Price Range
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Phil Chiles
Phil Chiles
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Capital
(217) 606-8574
276 Total Sales
2 in Country Club
$255K - $321K Price Range
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Diane Tinsley
Diane Tinsley
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
(217) 860-0719
454 Total Sales
3 in Country Club
$210K - $330K Price Range
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Mary Jo Welch
Mary Jo Welch
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Professionals
(217) 290-0751
234 Total Sales
1 in Country Club
$235,000 Price
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Melissa Vorreyer
Melissa Vorreyer
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Professionals
(217) 606-8797
734 Total Sales
10 in Country Club
$218K - $655K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Washington Park Pavilion
Washington Park Botanical Garden
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Country Club | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Country Club Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Country Club, Springfield sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Country Club, Springfield over the last 12 months is $465,000, up 39% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$462,500
Median Sale Price
$465,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$465,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$458,499
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$225,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
39%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$201
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
197
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,398
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
784
Median Age
51
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$114,080
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$136,468
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.3%
College Graduates
56.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30
/ 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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