Sharing a name with the neighborhood park at its heart, King Park is an easygoing residential community just north of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Students and investors alike can find an ideal mix of amenities in this enclave, which offers a quieter alternative to life immediately near campus while providing easy access to all things U of Illinois. 20th century houses line the blocks of the northwest Urbana community, with short walks to the neighborhood park and frequent buses to the campus area for classes, shopping and dining. “It’s a popular area for grad students and traveling nurses working at the Carle Hospital, which is a big employer out there,” says Lisa Rector, a Realtor and chief broker with the Rector Team at Keller Williams Champaign. Rector has sold homes in King Park and the greater Urbana-Champaign area for more than 12 years.
King Park is an affordable up and coming neighborhood near the University.
There is a great paved walking path that goes through King Park.
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Investment-friendly homes and condos
King Park residents live in a mix of older single-family properties and condos. Early to mid-20th-century rancher and bungalow homes are common in the King Park area, and a few more recently built homes around 2006 share similar stylings. Properties generally have 800 to 1500 square feet of space. Single-family homes start at $30,000 and top out at about $200,000. The area’s condo selection primarily consists of units built in the mid-2000s in the Capstone Quarters complex. These have about 900 to 1500 square feet of space and feature a contemporary, new traditional style inside and out. Prices range from the $120,000s to the $170,000s. "That price point's the sweet spot; it's pretty affordable, and you've got a big buyer pool out there," Rector says.
Many homes in King Park have covered front entries.
You can find homes with large two car attached garages in King Park.
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Convenient shopping options near the University of Illinois campus
With more of a focus on residential life and community spaces in the neighborhood itself, most of King Park’s most convenient businesses are to the southeast near the U of I campus. A Dollar General store on North Lincoln Avenue offers a close option for quick supply runs. Convenient stops in the Campustown area include Target for everyday needs and County Market for groceries. Dining options nearby are plentiful: Signature Grill serves up grab-and-go Indian fusion cuisine, while Four Breakfast & More offers a menu of modernized brunch fare and Latin dishes. Familiar stops such as Perkins, Taco Bell, Raising Cane’s and Chipotle are also available nearby.
Dollar General is conveniently located in the King Park neighborhood.
Residents of King Park don't have to go far to find stores like Target for their shopping needs.
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Parks with public art and community connections
King Park lends the community its name and offers an 8-acre recreational space in the heart of the neighborhood. The park gets its name from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and features a 12-foot sculpture titled “Byways to Equality,” built by local artist Preston Jackson. To the neighborhood’s west, Douglass Park shares the theme of civil rights heritage with a name and public art inspired by Frederick Douglass. Amenities nearby include a splash pad, sports courts and a community center with open gym hours and all-ages programs. Houses of worship with a presence in the community include Saint Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Church, Morning Star Free Will Baptist Church and Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church.
You can find historic events engraved into one of the sculptures in King Park.
Younger kids will love the swings at King Park.
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County fairs, music venues and college sports
King Park’s location at the threshold between Urbana and Champaign places residents near a wide selection of activities. Local musicians and touring artists take the stage at stops such as the Canopy Club and the Rose Bowl, while bars such as Pour Bros. Craft Taproom, Joe’s Brewery and Gallery Art Bar each offer distinct spins on the classic night out. The Champaign County Fairgrounds are to the neighborhood’s immediate east. Each summer, the area hosts the annual Champaign County Fair, which includes midway games, a beauty pageant, a demolition derby and other events. Locals can also root for the university’s Fighting Illini basketball teams at the State Farm Center and watch football games at Memorial Stadium.
King Park residents are a short distance to the Fighting Illini stadium.
King Park residents can attend a variety of events at the State Farm Arena.
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Learning experiences at Urbana schools
Students in King Park attend schools within the Urbana School District #116. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School sits within the neighborhood, just south of King Park, and has a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. The school earns a C-plus grade on Niche. Urbana Middle School earns a C grade. Urbana High School offers more than 40 extracurricular activities and 20 Advanced Placement courses for potential college credit. earns an A-minus grade on Niche. For post-secondary education, Illinois offers more than 130 undergraduate degree programs and high-ranking programs for engineering, accounting and chemistry, according to U.S. News & World Report.
M. L. King Elementary School has an average student to teacher ratio of 17 to 1.
Urbana High School has over 1,200 students enrolled.
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Easy travel around Urbana and Champaign by car, bike or MTD bus
King Park’s primary thoroughfare is University Avenue/US Route 150, on the neighborhood’s south end. On the north side, Interstate 74 facilitates east-west travel Residents are about 2 miles away from the centers of both Champaign and Urbana and 1 mile from the U of I campus. For medical emergencies, two hospitals are available on the south end of the neighborhood: OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center and Carle Foundation Hospital. For flights out of the Champaign area, University of Illinois Willard Airport is 8 miles south of the neighborhood in Savoy. Bus stops for the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District are available along Washington Street, 2nd Street and University Avenue.
Residents of King Park have easy access to the bus system.
University Avenue is one of the Main thoroughfares near King Park.
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Important things to know
Some areas in the King Park neighborhood may be more prone to flooding, according to the First Street Foundation’s Flood Factor index. Buyers are advised to verify a property’s adherence to local building codes and home insurance coverage before committing to a purchase.
King Park homes have generous yards and is located close to many amenities.
Many homes and schools in King Park have beautiful flowers and landscaping.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,641
Median Age
28
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,071
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$35,364
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
62.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
49/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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