Why Live in Glen Aire
Glen Aire, a neighborhood in southeast Springfield, offers a suburban feel with its spacious lots and mature oak trees. Developed in 1957, the area features mainly ranch-style homes, appealing to first-time buyers and those looking to downsize. The neighborhood is known for its affordability, with condos starting at $30,000 and single-family homes ranging from $80,000 to $200,000. Glen Aire's community spirit is evident through its active neighborhood association and bi-annual garage sales. While there are no parks within the neighborhood, Kiwanis Park is just .5 miles away, and Lake Springfield is less than 1 mile away, although not easily walkable due to train tracks and highways. Tom Madonia Park, a popular spot for fishing and barbecues, is under 2 miles away. Local shopping includes a Walgreens, CVS and several eateries at the intersection of Adlai Stevenson Drive and Taylor Avenue, with the Capital City Shopping Center nearby featuring an AMC Theater. Commuting is convenient with Glen Aire's proximity to major interstates and a bus line connecting to downtown and the University of Illinois Springfield, which is 2 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glen Aire a good place to live?
Glen Aire is a good place to live. Glen Aire is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Glen Aire is a suburban neighborhood. Glen Aire has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.2 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $44,764 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Glen Aire are home owners, with 10.4% of residents renting and 89.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Glen Aire can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Glen Aire neighborhood guide.
Is Glen Aire, IL a safe neighborhood?
Glen Aire, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 9 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Glen Aire?
The median home price in Glen Aire is $44,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $8,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.38%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $220 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $9K a year to afford the median home price in Glen Aire. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Glen Aire is $45K.
What are the best public schools in Glen Aire?
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Home Trends in Glen Aire, IL
On average, homes in Glen Aire, Springfield sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Glen Aire, Springfield over the last 12 months is $80,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$80,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$60,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$36,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$61
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$44,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
11%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
