Why Live in Harrison Park
Harrison Park, located on the northwest edge of Springfield, is a small subdivision with fewer than 150 homes, offering a suburban feel just 4 miles from downtown. The neighborhood is part of the Pleasant Plains School District, with highly rated schools such as Farmingdale Elementary and Pleasant Plains High School. Homes, built in the late 1980s, feature unique facades and vintage interiors, including cherry wood kitchen cabinets and unfinished basements. Styles range from low-slung ramblers to boxy colonial revivals and stone-sided New Traditional builds. The active homeowners association fosters a tight-knit community, organizing events like bi-annual garage sales and an annual block party. Harrison Park is safer than the national average, making it a comfortable place for late-night strolls. Outdoor activities are plentiful, with direct access to the 11-mile Sangamon Valley Trail and nearby Centennial Park, which features dog parks, ponds, and sports fields. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with the nearest grocery store 2 miles away and more shopping options 3 miles south along Veterans Parkway. The former Lutheran High School's athletic facilities remain open to residents, adding to the local amenities. While the area has a slight flood risk due to a nearby drainage stream, mine subsidence insurance is included for property owners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harrison Park a good place to live?
Harrison Park is a good place to live. Harrison Park is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Harrison Park is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Harrison Park has 1 park for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.9 people per acre and a median age of 48. The average household income is $141,504 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 58.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Harrison Park are home owners, with 17.4% of residents renting and 82.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Harrison Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Harrison Park neighborhood guide.
Is Harrison Park, IL a safe neighborhood?
Harrison Park, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Harrison Park?
The median home price in Harrison Park is $371,280. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,920 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 Harrison Park. The average household income in Harrison Park is $142K.
What are the best public schools in Harrison Park?
The best public schools that serve Harrison Park are:
What are the best private schools in Harrison Park?
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Home Trends in Harrison Park, IL
On average, homes in Harrison Park, Springfield sell after 151 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Harrison Park, Springfield over the last 12 months is $472,305, up 41% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$472,305
Median Single Family Sale Price
$472,305
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$327
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$371,280
Median Change From 1st List Price
-27%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
41%
