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Downs, IL

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Population
1,173
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
803 ft
Median Home Value
$240,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,258/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$110,625
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Downs

Sitting about ten minutes southeast of Bloomington-Normal, Downs is a quiet village of around 1,200 residents that offers an easy retreat for commuters. Its location right off Interstate 74 and Route 150 makes traveling into the city for work or shopping simple, while keeping neighborhood life peaceful. A major draw for families is the Tri-Valley School District, where the elementary, middle, and high schools sit side by side on a single central campus that anchors the community.

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Local life often centers around Dooley Park, youth sports, and community events like the summer village market. While Downs itself remains quiet and primarily residential, residents are just minutes away from major employers, healthcare facilities, and dining in Bloomington-Normal. It offers a great mix of small-town friendliness, open space, and convenient access to regional amenities.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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