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Riverside recreation and affordability bring buyers to Downtown South Elgin
About 40 miles west of Chicago, South Elgin is a small village of about 24,000 people that’s ranked twice on Money magazine’s list of “America’s Best Places to Live.” Its downtown centers around the Fox River, which is lined with bike trails and parkland for community events. “For recreation, it’s great,” says local Realtor Bob Wisdom. “The Fox River runs through the middle of Downtown South Elgin. There’s a bike trail, and you can walk, fish or hang out at the parks along the river. Housing is a bit more affordable there [than in surrounding communities], but the market is strong and continues to be stable.”
Downtown South Elgin is a scenic and lively place to reside.
These colorful row of homes are located right in the heart of Downtown South Elgin.
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Parks along the Fox River
Downtown South Elgin has several parks along the Fox River: Panton Mill Park, SEBA Park and the South Elgin Dog Park on the west side and Lions Park and Pickerell Park to the east. Panton Mill Park has a splash pad and hosts summer concerts and car shows, and SEBA Park has a large playground along the river. The South Elgin Dog Park sits beside the Fox River Trolley Museum, which has free Sunday trolley rides and events like trivia on a trolley, ghost story trolley rides and Polar Express trolley rides at Christmastime. The nearly 46-mile Fox River Trail runs along the west side of the river and connects to communities north and south of South Elgin. East of the river, Lions Park has a playground and softball field, and Pickerel Point Park has a 9-hole disc golf course and spots for fishing and kayaking.
The splash pad and seating at Panton Mill Park in Elgin are well kept and residents love it.
Dogs enjoy playing inside of the South Elgin Dog Park within Downtown South Elgin.
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Community events in South Elgin
The Village of South Elgin hosts community events throughout the year, like a free Pumpkin Patch Festival with a pet costume parade in October and An Almost Winter Day at SEBA Park each November. An Almost Winter Day is a longtime village tradition that kicks off the holiday season with s’mores, cookie decorating, a visit from Santa and an annual tree lighting. In the summer, car owners can show off their rides at Cruise Nights in Panton Mill Park. The park also hosts a summer concert series with performances from local and Chicago-based musicians.
Your kids will love dancing to the music at the Love on the Lawn Festival in Elgin.
Relax and enjoy the music at the Love on the Lawn Festival in Elgin.
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Starter homes to million-dollar properties
“South Elgin has anywhere from starter homes all the way up to million-dollar properties, so there’s something for everybody there,” Wisdom says. Single-family homes range from historic American Foursquares and midcentury ranch-style homes to contemporary traditional new builds. The neighborhood’s seen an increase in new townhouse developments, typically built in traditional styles with vinyl siding, and continues to add more to the community. Home values here range from about $200,000 to $500,000, and the average home value is roughly equal to that of the Chicago metro area.
Bungalow homes are found near the water views of Downtown South Elgin.
Larger homes on big lots can be found near Downtown South Elgin and all offer views.
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School District U-46
Students in Downtown South Elgin attend School District U-46, Illinois’ second largest school district. The district offers students the most extensive scope of academic opportunities of any district in the Fox Valley area, including a K-12 dual language program that allows students to graduate with the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy. Students start at either Clinton Elementary, which has a B-minus on Niche, or Willard Elementary, which has a C and is located in the neighborhood. They continue to the B-plus-rated Kenyon Woods Middle School before graduating from the A-minus-rated South Elgin High School. “District U-46 has a newer high school and middle school in South Elgin, which is really nice,” Wisdom says. South Elgin High is home to the Beacon Academy of Media & Digital Arts, a four-year magnet program in digital storytelling.
Exterior of the Clinton Elementary School located in Elgin.
Willard Elementary School, located within the Elgin Community School District.
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Neighborhood restaurants and shopping along Randall Road
Downtown South Elgin doesn’t have a central shopping and dining district; restaurants and other local businesses are spread throughout the community. The west side of the river has Wee-Dee’s, a local fast-food restaurant that sells breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a bike store, tattoo parlor and antique shop. The east side of the river has Blue Raptor Tap House, which sources rotating craft beers from breweries throughout the Chicago area; Millie’s Corner Tap, a cozy bar with cheap beer and pizza; and Wise Guys Pizzeria, which serves family-style pizza and pasta. The nearest grocery store is Butera Market, a supermarket with a deli and bakery, a mile west. Additional shopping is available 3 miles west along Randall Road. “The Randall Road corridor is where there’s been lots of new shopping and restaurants,” Wisdom says. Its intersection with Bowes Road has a Walmart, Sam’s Club and Meijer, and its intersection with McDonald and Stearns has a Best Buy, Kohl’s and Jewel-Osco.
Blue Raptor Tap House is a small eatery right near homes and the water view of Downtown Elgin.
Wee Dees is a popular lunch stop for the residents of Downtown South Elgin.
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Car dependency and the Pace Suburban Bus
Downtown South Elgin is a car-dependent neighborhood 39 miles west of Chicago. “South Elgin is pretty spread out, so you need a vehicle to get around,” Wisdom says. The Pace Suburban Bus runs down Route 31, and residents over 65 can use the Ride-in-Kane program to get to medical appointments and work. South Elgin is 28 miles from O’Hare and 40 miles from Midway. The closest hospital is Ascension Saint Joseph, 5 miles north.
Residents can use the Pace bus system to get anywhere throughout Chicagoland.
Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital is just 5 miles away from Downtown South Elgin.
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Crime
Downtown South Elgin has a crime score of 3 out of 10 on the CAP Index, below the national average of 4.
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Parks in this Area
Ralph E. Tredup Park West
Jim Hansen Park
SEBA Park
Trails
Playground
Panton Mill Park
Dog Park
Trails
River
Concord Park
Sperry Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
40 min drive
Bus
La Fox St & Prairie St
Bus
Spring St & Collins St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown South Elgin
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown South Elgin, South Elgin sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Downtown South Elgin, South Elgin over the last 12 months is $312,086, down 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,325
Median Age
40
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,806
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,553
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88%
College Graduates
29.5%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.9%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
70/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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