Why Live in Southeast Urbana
Southeast Urbana is a residential neighborhood just above the city limits, featuring a mix of 1960s homes and contemporary houses. The area is known for its ranch-style homes, with some split-level and colonial properties, as well as condominiums and townhomes, including units in the Prairie Winds assisted lifestyle community. Residents enjoy walkable access to several parks and proximity to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. Shopping and dining options are concentrated along Philo Road, with additional choices near downtown Urbana and college sports venues in Champaign. Everyday shopping includes Dollar Tree, Walgreens, and Salt & Light, while dining options feature First Wok and Casa del Mar. Southeast Urbana is home to distinctive parks such as Larson Park, Lohmann Park, Crestview Park with its Koishikawa Garden, and Meadowbrook Park, which offers a sculpture garden, trails, and the largest playground in the Urbana Park District. The neighborhood is about 2 miles south of downtown Urbana, 5 miles southeast of downtown Champaign, and 3 miles east of the University of Illinois campus. Major roads include Race Street, South Philo Road, and South Vine Street, with MTD bus stops available. Carle Foundation Hospital is 3 miles northwest, and University of Illinois Willard Airport is 8 miles southwest. Urbana High School, with its high rating, is noted for its community service efforts. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average. Local attractions include Boomerangs Bar & Grill, the Urbana Market at the Square, the Pygmalion Music Festival, and the Boneyard Arts Festival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southeast Urbana a good place to live?
Southeast Urbana is a good place to live. Southeast Urbana is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Southeast Urbana has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 40. The average household income is $80,119 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 54.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Southeast Urbana are renters, with 58.2% of residents renting and 41.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Southeast Urbana can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Southeast Urbana neighborhood guide.
Is Southeast Urbana, IL a safe neighborhood?
Southeast Urbana, 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 Southeast Urbana?
The median home price in Southeast Urbana is $379,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $75,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,960 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $84K a year to afford the median home price in Southeast Urbana. The average household income in Southeast Urbana is $80K.
What are the best public schools in Southeast Urbana?
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Home Trends in Southeast Urbana, IL
On average, homes in Southeast Urbana, Urbana sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Southeast Urbana, Urbana over the last 12 months is $399,900, up 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$399,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$315,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$409,482
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$170,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$194
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median List Price
$379,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%