Monroe Park West
Suburban Neighborhood in Springfield, Illinois
Sangamon County 62704
Midcentury homes with a view of the lake
Monroe Park West is younger than neighborhoods found closer to the heart of Downtown Springfield, so the homes feature midcentury designs like ranch-style or split level, with a median construction date of 1986. As a result, homes tend to be modern, with open floor plans and more square footage. The newest and largest homes are generally found in the northern section of the neighborhood, many surrounding the artificial lake along Victoria Drive. Though not a gated community, three entry points and a central street limit through traffic and give the area more privacy. Homes start in the mid-$100,000s for some of the smaller models, with prices going as high as the mid-$300,000s as houses get larger and gain exclusive features like a view of the lake.
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Flora and fauna at Lewis Park and Trails
Lewis Park and Trails is a 40-acre green space with miles of running, hiking or mountain biking trails. The park also contains playground equipment, picnic pavilions and acres of woodlands, ideal for nature watching. Two miles east, Washington Park is a 150-acre outdoor area featuring golf courses, walking paths and monuments dedicated to local luminaries. Washington Park’s Botanical Garden showcases 1,800 species of plants and flowers across several specialty gardens that cater to various biomes and climates. Schlitt Park is 2 miles east in the neighboring community of Oaks. Its baseball field has a synthetic infield installed in 2018.
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Top public and private schools
Students begin at Dubois Elementary School, which has a C on Niche, before attending U.S. Grant Middle School, which has a C. Springfield High School garners an A-minus and boasts over 170 years of service to the area, with a proud tradition of both academic and extracurricular activities. “We have 18 Advanced Placement classes, five college dual credit courses, and over 30 Honors classes,” says SHS principal Lisa Leardi. “And our teaching staff is beyond reproach.” Those seeking a private school can attend Our Savior’s Lutheran School, which has an A-plus and serves prekindergarten through eighth grade. “We tailor our education to the students,” says Our Savior’s principal, Carmen Yagow. “But we also strive to maintain a good relationship with the parents and the community at large.”
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The city's oldest theatre
The neighborhood’s proximity to downtown Springfield means residents have full access to city amenities like the Legacy Theatre, the oldest theatre in Springfield, which hosts dozens of concerts and performances annually. The Illinois State Fair is one of the most anticipated local events of the year, bringing hundreds of thousands of visitors every August to experience thrill rides, livestock showings and the latest musical acts.
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Easy access to public transportation
Illinois Route 4 follows the neighborhood on its eastern border, creating a straight line to Interstate 72 and the town of Chatham, some 7 miles south. Sangamon Mass Transit offers a bus system that travels all over the county with a local stop at Old Jacksonville and Rickard roads. Memorial Care Urgent Care is less than a mile south in West Koke Mill.Mexican favorites at Xochimilco
Opened at the beginning of 2024, Clocktower Café is a recent addition to the area’s locally owned restaurants. It serves brunch classics like biscuits and gravy, omelets and Belgian waffles in a classic old-school diner atmosphere. In a colorful, laid-back environment, Xochimilco offers authentic Mexican favorites like fajitas, carnitas and tamales. Shopping is less than 3 miles south at White Oaks Mall, which features dozens of retail stores. Walmart Supercenter is just off Route 4 outside the neighboring Westchester community, and the latest movies premiere at the AMC Classic Springfield 12.
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Written By
Phil Keeling
Photography Contributed By
Corey West
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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
461 Total Sales
4 in Monroe Park West
$80K - $368K Price Range
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Jim Fulgenzi
Jim Fulgenzi
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Professionals
(217) 993-8699
781 Total Sales
8 in Monroe Park West
$87K - $430K Price Range
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Diane Tinsley
Diane Tinsley
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
(217) 860-0719
445 Total Sales
4 in Monroe Park West
$92K - $228K Price Range
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Angela Condon
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Angela Condon
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Capital
(217) 670-6369
35 Total Sales
1 in Monroe Park West
$94,000 Price
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Cheri Shadis-Baker
Cheri Shadis-Baker
Responds QuicklyThe Real Estate Group, Inc.
(217) 993-8948
112 Total Sales
3 in Monroe Park West
$90K - $115K Price Range
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Melissa Vorreyer
Melissa Vorreyer
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Professionals
(217) 606-8797
734 Total Sales
13 in Monroe Park West
$76K - $276K Price Range
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Schlitt Park
Lewis Park and Trails
Lutheran High School Athletic Fields Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Monroe Park West | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Monroe Park West Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Monroe Park West, Springfield sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Monroe Park West, Springfield over the last 12 months is $145,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$144,950
Median Sale Price
$145,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$145,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$134,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$120
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
266
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,852
On par with the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,651
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$290,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,012 Sq Ft
- 415 Brandywine Rd
- New 13 days ago
Woodlake Estates Subdivision is where you'll find this lovely home with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Recent updates include: Laundry room updated 2021. New water drainage system that has a transferable lifetime warranty. Kitchen updated with new cabinets (opened a wall to the living room) countertops, flooring, appliances, light fixtures in 2016, roof, garage door and opener 2010. Furnace
Cynthia Grady The Real Estate Group, Inc.
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,028
Median Age
45
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,490
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,869
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
50.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.5%
% Population in Labor Force
71.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23
/ 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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