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Country living with access to the city
Set in the far west of Springfield, the well-heeled community of Mill Creek takes pride in its clean streets and manicured lawns. Constructed in the early 1990s at the site of a former timber pasture, the neighborhood’s layout evokes the idea of good living on the edge of the woods despite the area’s proximity to shopping and other amenities. “It’s far enough out that it’s almost country living,” says Ralph Hanauer, Alderman of Springfield’s tenth ward. “But you’ve still got access to the city.”
Newer homes with wide lawns and sidewalks
With no homes constructed before 1992, Mill Creek maintains a modern atmosphere that’s rare, if not impossible, in older neighborhoods. Streets are connected with narrow, well-maintained sidewalks that pass lawns wide enough to offer privacy for those who like to keep their curtains drawn back on sunny days. Homes are accented with details like screened-in porches, pools and two-car garages, and rows of trees provide shade. Contemporary Craftsman are among the most popular housing styles, along with modern ranch-style homes and neotraditional designs. Price ranges tend to follow size and household amenities, with one-story homes starting in the low $300,000s and sprawling cul-de-sac houses peaking in the low $500,000s.
Homes in Mill Creek often have amenities such as multi car garages or basketball hoops.
Tree lined streets and sidewalks make Mill Creek a delightful place to live.
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Renovations at Springfield High
Students can begin their education at Lindsay Elementary School, which has a B-minus on Niche and takes pride in its many veteran educators. “When teachers come here, they stay here,” says Jennifer Hanson-Russell, principal of Lindsay Elementary. “We have eight teachers who are National Board certified.” From there, they can attend Grant Middle School, which has a C. Older students can finish at Springfield High School, which has an A and is beginning renovations to upgrade academic and athletic facilities. Those interested in a private education can attend Our Savior’s Lutheran School, which has an A and serves prekindergarten through eighth grade. “It’s one class per grade: we’re that small,” says Carmen Yago, principal of Our Savior’s. “As a consequence, we’re incredibly closely knit.”
Lindsay School has 423 students in grades K-5.
Springfield High School is a highly rated public school.
U.S. Grant Middle School serves the students of Mill Creek.
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18 holes at Brookhills Golf Club
Located a mile southwest, Rotary Park is a 40-acre public space equipped with playground equipment, baseball fields, a football field, picnic pavilions and wide stretches of open grass ideal for everything from games of tag to watching the clouds. In neighboring Archer, Brookhills Golf Club is a public golf course with 18 holes, a putting green and a driving range.
Rotary Park is a nice place to practice tennis for residents of Mill Creek.
Brook Hills Golf Club is an expansive course beloved by residents of Mill Creek.
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Springfield's oldest theatre
Located 7 miles northeast, the Illinois State Fair is held every summer at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand. Organized by the Illinois Department of Agriculture, the State Fair has been a Springfield mainstay since it opened in 1853. In addition to rides and snacks like cotton candy and funnel cake, new events occur daily, including horse races, livestock shows, and live music. Located in the nearby neighborhood of Vinegar Hill, the Legacy Theatre has been the home of touring and local theatrical productions since the 1950s.
Mill Creek residents love The Legacy Theatre for the theatrical productions since the 1950's.
At the state fair food from all over the world can be enjoyed by residents of Mill Creek.
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Shopping and Dining
Curate offers upscale dining experiences, with careful emphasis placed on the flavor profiles of small plates and wine pairings from all over the world. May through September means brunch specials and live music during Sunday Fundays, but be sure to make a reservation. Plenty of familiar restaurant and retail franchises are nearby along West Iles Avenue, while Target and Aldi can be found 3 miles southeast. See the latest movies at the AMC Classic Springfield 12 off Wabash Avenue.
Residents of Mill Creek can catch latest movies premiere at the AMC Classic Springfield 12.
Mill Creek residents go to Curate for the upscale dining experience.
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Proximity to downtown and the airport
Interstate 72 provides a straightforward route to Downtown Springfield, some 7 miles east, while the Springfield Memorial Hospital can be found 5 miles northeast in the community of Oak Ridge. The Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is 7 miles northeast, just off Illinois Route 29, for trips further afield.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mill Creek
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Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mill Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mill Creek, Springfield sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Mill Creek, Springfield over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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