The Springfield South Corridor is a compact community 3 miles south of the historic downtown. Almost entirely residential, it stands out for many residents due to its convenient location and well-maintained midcentury homes. Springfield South Corridor has avoided the blight affecting many neighborhoods at a similar price point, making it a popular choice for homebuyers looking to get the most out of their investment.
In Springfield South Corridor, narrow sidewalks follow a grid system of streets.
Springfield South Corridor is a charming neighborhood with a variety of home styles to choose.
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Well-maintained midcentury homes
Narrow sidewalks follow a grid system of streets that stretch from one side of the neighborhood to the other. Regular tree clusters provide greenery hanging over gravel driveways and short front lawns. Alleys pass behind houses, giving access to single-car garages, sheds and pocket backyards. Homes are mostly bungalows and ranch-style, with very few two-story options. Prices start in the low $70,000s and grow into the low $100,000s, depending on the house’s maintenance and size.
Cape cods and cottages are a common sight in Springfield South Corridor.
Regular tree clusters provide greenery in Springfield South Corridor.
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Natural beauty at Washington Park
Located two miles northwest, Washington Park offers a variety of ways to exercise, relax and even learn a thing or two. Locals visit to take advantage of its many athletics courses, visit historic monuments and bask in the ambiance of thousands of plants and flowers from all over the world. With its stone picnic shelters and pickleball courts, nearby Iles Park is another popular gathering place.
Iles Park is maintained by the Springfield Parks District.
There are 2 pickleball courts in Iles Park
Washington Park has miles of walkable pathways.
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New facilities at Springfield Southeast High
Students begin their education at Harvard Park Elementary School, which has a C-minus from Niche. From there, they enroll at Jefferson Middle School, which has a C. Older students attend Springfield Southeast High School, which ranks a B-minus and is renovating its track and field facility, with plans to add new buildings, a turf field and a new track.
Springfield Southeast High School is a highly rated school in Illinois.
Harvard Park Elementary School features a full sized playground for students to play.
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Check out the lineup at the Downhome Music Fest
Being so close to downtown means residents have quick access to the city’s many celebrations, including the Downhome Music Fest. For one weekend in July, festivalgoers take in a lineup of diverse musical voices, all while sampling craft beer selections from Springfield and beyond.
Avoid traffic on I-55
3 miles south of Downtown Springfield, the neighborhood is a midway point for a large portion of the city. Proximity to Interstate 55 means work commutes often avoid some of the worst traffic. “It’s close to the highway, which makes it easy to get around,” says Jim Ackerman, a lawyer with Ackerman Law Office who’s served the area for over 35 years. “I can drive directly into the neighborhood without driving through the city.” Sidewalks make the neighborhood reasonably walkable, but trips for business or pleasure will require a car. Sangamon Mass Transit District provides public transportation, with several bus stops along South 5th Street.
The Springfield South Corridor is a compact community 3 miles south of the historic downtown.
Springfield South Corridor is almost entirely residential.
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Coffee and pastries at the Railyard Cafe
Based out of a renovated shipping container, the Railyard Café offers coffee, sandwiches and pastries in a colorful, quirky atmosphere. Come for lunch, but don’t wait too long: they close at 2 p.m. Lots of familiar food and retail options are less than a mile south of the neighborhood, including Walgreens, Dunkin’ and County Market.
Railyard Cafe in Springfield South Corridor is a local favorite cafe.
Grab a latte or an ice cream at Railyard Cafe in Springfield South Corridor.
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Important to know
An active railroad cuts through the neighborhood's northern end, which is responsible for elevated noise levels throughout the day. The busy thoroughfare of Interstate 55 is also a key factor in local noise pollution.
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Parks in this Area
Iles Park
Washington Park Pavilion
Transit
Airport
Abraham Lincoln Capital
15 min drive
Bus
5th & Iles
Bus
5th & Stanford
Bus
Stanford & Burton
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Springfield South Corridor
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Springfield South Corridor Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Springfield South Corridor, Springfield sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Springfield South Corridor, Springfield over the last 12 months is $91,750, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This single-family home is available for rent on a quiet dead-end street. It has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a large living room with lots of natural light, and an eat-in kitchen. There’s also an extra room that can be used as an office or playroom, plus a laundry area with a washer and dryer included. The home has been freshly painted and is ready for move-in. It comes with a private backyard, a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
477
Median Age
42
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,777
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,115
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.9%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
54/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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