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Residential bliss on the outer reaches of Urbana
Bridging the gap between the rural outskirts of the Urbana-Champaign area and the tightly populated core of the twin cities’ heart, East Urbana provides varied home styles and convenient connections to the central Illinois metro’s most compelling draws. A blend of mid-century properties and contemporary developments reflect the area’s evolution alongside the city as a whole, with short drives to several parks, events in downtown Urbana and college sports on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.
The East Urbana community has homes that display charming and beautiful landscaping.
The East Urbana neighborhoods have beautiful houses with very nice landscaping.
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Classic and newly built homes
East Urbana offers suburban-styled living spaces built between the 1960s and today. Buyers can find 20th-century ranch-style homes, freshly built properties with new traditional stylings and mid-sized properties from the 2000s and 2010s. “You’ve got the full array of home styles out here, and the market’s always changing,” says Dan Gordon, a broker and property manager with Team Gordon at Re/Max. Prices for single-family properties usually fall between $95,000 and $415,000. North of University Avenue, buyers can also find select condominiums, which generally hover between $190,000 and $250,000. Some areas within East Urbana may have higher flood risks according to the Flood Factor index.
One of the many of the ranch style homes located in the quiet East Urbana area.
Modern elegant homes can be found in the quiet East Urbana neighborhoods.
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Learning experiences at Urbana schools
Students in East Urbana can enroll in schools within Urbana School District 116. Dr. Preston L. Williams Jr. Elementary School has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio and a C-plus grade on Niche. Urbana Middle School earns a C grade. Urbana High School offers more than 20 athletic programs and earns an A-minus grade on Niche.
Dr Preston L Williams Junior Elementary School in East Urbana is a public school.
Near East Urbana is Urbana High School which has over 1,200 students enrolled.
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Neighborhood parks and large recreational spaces
Residents can choose from a number of recreational spaces in the neighborhood, including Prairie Park, one of Champaign-Urbana’s primary stops for youth soccer and the Urbana High School baseball program. Just north of Prairie Park, Weaver Park combines open green space with a large nature preserve area. For residents on the eastmost end of Michigan Avenue and Florida Avenue, the Savannah Green Residents Park offers a playground and green space a few blocks out from most homes nearby.
Weaver Park located near East Urbana is available for a variety of field activities.
Prairie Park in East Urbana has a very nice baseball field that kids have fun playing on.
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Mainstream shopping options near University Avenue
Close to University Avenue, Aldi and Walmart offer convenient and familiar stops for groceries and everyday needs, while Casey’s offers pizza and convenience store items. Southwest of the neighborhood, additional food and shopping options are available, including McDonald’s and Papa John’s locations, Dollar Tree and Walgreens, and the Salt & Light store, a ministry nonprofit with thrift goods and groceries for sale.
Aldi is a grocery store offering nice meats and produce for the East Urbana community.
Health and beauty aids, prescriptions and other items are offered Walgreens in East Urbana.
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Farm brews and food trucks at Riggs Brewing Co.
South of the neighborhood on High Cross Boulevard, Riggs Brewing Company regularly hosts live music and other events for residents to enjoy their favorite craft beer in a casual farm setting. “The guys went out to Germany and actually trained to become brewmasters in that style. You can bring your own food, or usually there are some food trucks, and a lot of people like to go out there,” Gordon says. Residents are also a short drive away from the nightlife options across the Urbana-Champaign area, with live music at venues such as the Rose Bowl Tavern, Fighting Illini basketball and football games on the University of Illinois campus and local vendors at the Urbana Market on the Square.
The University of Illinois is a public university located near the East Urbana area.
Riggs Beer Company is a family owned company near the East Urbana area that was started in 2016.
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Simple travel on Washington Street
East University Avenue and East Washington Street are East Urbana’s primary east-west connections to the greater Champaign-Urbana area, while South High Cross Road is a key north-south thoroughfare within the area. Residents are about 2 miles east of downtown Urbana, 4 miles east of downtown Champaign and 2 miles east of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. Residents traveling without a car can hop on Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District buses along East Washington Street, East Florida Avenue and East Main Street, along with other stops peppered along several residential streets. For medical emergencies, Carle Foundation Hospital is about 3 miles west of the neighborhood. Flights beyond the central Illinois area depart from the University of Illinois Willard Airport is about 9 miles southwest.
Buses provide transportation for East Urbana residents to navigate around the Urbana area.
Since 1979 Urbana's Market at the Square has been a popular event for residents of East Urbana.
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Parks in this Area
Savannah Green
Prairie Park
AMBUCS Park
Weaver Park
Kickapoo State Recreation Area
Transit
Airport
University of Illinois/Willard
29 min drive
Bus
Florida & Bermuda (Ne Corner)
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Main & University (Se Corner)
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Urbana Walmart
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Country Squire Ct. (Nw)
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Vermont & Kinch (Nw Corner)
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Florida & Curtiss (Ne Corner)
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Florida & Curtiss (Sw Corner)
East Urbana Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Urbana, Urbana sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Urbana, Urbana over the last 12 months is $348,000, down 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this well-maintained ranch, offering comfort, convenience, and incredible potential with room to grow. Step inside to a bright and welcoming living room with a vaulted ceiling and a functional, flowing layout. The home features three generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and private full bath. The full unfinished basement-featuring
Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home located at 1104 Lanore in Urbana. This home features a functional layout, spacious living areas, and a convenient location near parks, schools, and shopping. A great opportunity for first-time buyers or anyone looking to add their personal touch!
Located just off of East Main Street in Urbana, you will find this 3 bed, 1 bath home with a 1 car attached garage. This home has been renovated in the last 4 years with updates including a new roof in 2021, air conditioner and furnace replaced in 2022, new water heater in 2023, new windows in 2025 along with newer flooring, paint, an updated eat-in kitchen and bathroom. With a spacious
Home sweet home! Step inside this property and be wowed by the open floor plan and gorgeous water views. The main floor offers multiple living spaces including a living room, family room, and sunroom. Upstairs you'll find 4 bedrooms, including the primary suite with a large bathroom and walk-in closet. Outside is a nice patio overlooking the pond and fenced-in yard. This property sits on a large
Nestled on 10 acres in the city of Urbana, you can find the newly remodeled Aspen Court Apartments. Aspen Court features 28 buildings consisting of 138 apartment homes. Residents enjoy the self-service laundry along with easy access to the leasing office and community room. With Garden style 1 bedrooms and 2 and 3 bedroom townhomes, there is sure to be a floorplan for you!
Prairie Green Apartments... Presenting smartly designed 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartment homes located only minutes from schools, restaurants, entertainment, shopping and recreational facilities. We are very pet-friendly and have no breed or weight restrictions on dogs. We even have a new Bark Park! We are located on the city bus line, too! Spacious, comfortable...and affordable!Location.
**We're Under New Management Spacious 2BR/1BA Apartments. Amenities include: standard electric kitchen appliances, private patio or balcony, walk-in closet, carpet, ceiling fan, dishwasher, internet and cable ready, ample off street parking or garage rentals, and onsite laundry facilities. For a comfortable apartment lifestyle close to everything you need, come to Rainbow Apartments in
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,532
Median Age
37
Population under 18
27.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,595
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,742
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.4%
Advanced Degrees
14.7%
% Population in Labor Force
70.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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