Why Live in Westbrooke
Westbrooke in Normal, Illinois, is a neighborhood that features a variety of home styles, including ranch homes with large front yards and fenced backyards, townhomes with modern living spaces, and low-maintenance condos. Colonial Revival and Mid-Century Colonial homes add historical charm to the area. The median home price is $189,950, reflecting a competitive market. Westbrooke residents enjoy proximity to community events in Normal, such as the Sweet Corn Circus in Uptown Normal and local events organized by College Park Christian Church. Parks like Ewing Park and Maxwell Park offer amenities including playgrounds, walking trails, ballfields, tennis courts, and a dog park, catering to diverse recreational interests. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Normal Community West High School, and offers dual enrollment courses at Heartland Community College. Illinois State University is just a mile away, providing additional educational opportunities. Westbrooke is well-connected with multiple Connect Transit bus routes and is seven miles from the Central Illinois Regional Airport. Dining options include Maggie Miley’s Irish restaurant, Joe’s Station House Pizza Pub, and Carl’s Ice Cream, while shopping needs are met by University Park Plaza Shopping Center and Shoppes at College Hills. Grocery stores like Jewel-Osco and Kroger, along with fast food options such as Panda Express and Tropical Smoothie, are conveniently located nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westbrooke a good place to live?
Westbrooke is a good place to live. Westbrooke is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Westbrooke has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.6 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $67,401 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 39.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Westbrooke are renters, with 59.9% of residents renting and 40.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Westbrooke can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Westbrooke neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Westbrooke?
The median home price in Westbrooke is $369,750. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,910 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $82K a year to afford the median home price in Westbrooke. The average household income in Westbrooke is $67K.
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Home Trends in Westbrooke, IL
On average, homes in Westbrooke, Normal sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Westbrooke, Normal over the last 12 months is $342,700, up 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$342,700
Median Single Family Sale Price
$342,700
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$390,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$208
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$369,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
32%