King Park Condos for Sale

King Park in Urbana is a laid-back residential neighborhood just north of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. It features a mix of early to mid-20th-century ranch and bungalow homes, along with some newer properties from around 2006. Condos in the Capstone Quarters complex offer contemporary styles. The neighborhood is popular among grad students and traveling nurses due to its proximity to Carle Hospital. King Park itself is an 8-acre space with a sculpture by Preston Jackson, while nearby Douglass Park offers additional recreational amenities. The area is safer than the national average. Local businesses include a Dollar General on North Lincoln Avenue, and nearby Campustown provides convenient shopping and dining options such as Target, County Market, Signature Grill, and Four Breakfast & More. King Park residents are about 2 miles from both Champaign and Urbana centers and 1 mile from the U of I campus. The neighborhood is served by Urbana School District #116, with Urbana High School offering a variety of extracurricular activities and Advanced Placement courses. For entertainment, residents can visit the Canopy Club, the Rose Bowl, and various local bars. The Champaign County Fairgrounds host the annual county fair. Major roads include University Avenue/US Route 150 and Interstate 74, and the University of Illinois Willard Airport is 8 miles away. Potential buyers should be aware of possible flood-prone areas and verify property compliance with local building codes.