Why Live in Springfield South Corridor
Springfield South Corridor features narrow sidewalks and a grid system of streets lined with tree clusters, gravel driveways, and short front lawns. The neighborhood primarily consists of bungalows and ranch-style homes, with single-car garages and pocket backyards accessible via alleys. Washington Park, located two miles northwest, offers athletic courses, historic monuments, and a variety of plants and flowers. Nearby Iles Park is popular for its stone picnic shelters and pickleball courts. The Railyard Café, housed in a renovated shipping container, serves coffee, sandwiches, and pastries until 2 p.m. Familiar food and retail options, such as Walgreens and Dunkin’, are less than a mile south. Residents enjoy quick access to downtown events like the Downhome Music Fest, featuring diverse musical acts and craft beer. Located three miles south of Downtown Springfield, the neighborhood benefits from proximity to Interstate 55, facilitating easier commutes. Sidewalks enhance walkability, though most trips require a car. Public transportation is available via Sangamon Mass Transit District, with bus stops along South 5th Street. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Springfield South Corridor a good place to live?
Springfield South Corridor is a good place to live. Springfield South Corridor is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Springfield South Corridor is an urban pioneer neighborhood. Springfield South Corridor has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.5 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $56,115 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 5.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Springfield South Corridor are home owners, with 33.5% of residents renting and 66.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Springfield South Corridor can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Springfield South Corridor neighborhood guide.
Is Springfield South Corridor, IL a safe neighborhood?
Springfield South Corridor, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Springfield South Corridor?
The median home price in Springfield South Corridor is $96,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $19,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $470 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $20K a year to afford the median home price in Springfield South Corridor. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Springfield South Corridor is $56K.
What are the best public schools in Springfield South Corridor?
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Home Trends in Springfield South Corridor, IL
On average, homes in Springfield South Corridor, Springfield sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Springfield South Corridor, Springfield over the last 12 months is $100,000, up 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$100,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$96,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$85
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$96,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
34%
