Why Live in Burtons Bridge
Burtons Bridge in Prairie Grove is a small, rural community located six miles northeast of downtown Crystal Lake, nestled along the scenic Fox River. This area offers a tranquil, small-town atmosphere with easy access to the amenities of Crystal Lake and downtown McHenry. The community is known for its water-centric lifestyle, featuring a public boat launch for fishing and sunset cruises. Golfers can enjoy the nearby Prairie Isle Golf Course, which offers an 18-hole course surrounded by woodlands, wetlands, and meadows. The neighborhood is characterized by its hilly terrain, mature trees, and homes on 0.5-acre-plus plots, including ranch, split-level, and new traditional styles from the 20th and 21st centuries. Local social spots include Kief’s Reef, a popular bar and eatery with waterfront views and a renowned fish fry, and Riverside Pub, known for its Friday and Saturday night karaoke. For shopping, residents frequent Crystal Lake’s Jewel-Osco, Target, and Kohl’s. Children in Burtons Bridge attend Prairie Grove Elementary School and Prairie Grove Junior High School, both with solid ratings, and Prairie Ridge High School, which is highly rated. The area is safer than the national average, providing a low crime risk. Chicago is accessible via a 53.8-mile drive on I-294, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 36 miles away. Advocate Sherman Hospital is 18.3 miles away, and Columbia College – Crystal Lake is just 4.4 miles from the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burtons Bridge a good place to live?
Burtons Bridge is a good place to live. Burtons Bridge is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Burtons Bridge is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Burtons Bridge has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.8 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $128,655 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 35.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Burtons Bridge are home owners, with 10% of residents renting and 90% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Burtons Bridge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Burtons Bridge, IL a safe neighborhood?
Burtons Bridge, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Burtons Bridge?
The median home price in Burtons Bridge is $249,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $50,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,300 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $56K a year to afford the median home price in Burtons Bridge. The average household income in Burtons Bridge is $129K.
What are the best public schools in Burtons Bridge?
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Are home prices dropping in Burtons Bridge?
Yes, home prices in Burtons Bridge are down 36% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Burtons Bridge, IL
On average, homes in Burtons Bridge, Prairie Grove sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Burtons Bridge, Prairie Grove over the last 12 months is $257,000, down 52% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$257,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$229,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$2,349,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$334
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$249,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-52%