Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Bethalto village, IL

25 neighborhoods with growth potential — still affordable, increasingly walkable, and showing improving conditions. Ranked by affordability, walkability, employment, safety, and air quality.

Population: 9,2812026 Data

Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Bethalto village, IL — Key Takeaways

Bethalto village has 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential. The most affordable up-and-coming area is Mitchell CDP with a median home value of $97,200. The strongest job market is in Twin Grove CDP with an unemployment rate of 0.8%.

Bethalto village has a population of 9,281, a median household income of $67,569, an unemployment rate of 4.7%, and a poverty rate of 9.6%. The median home value citywide is $156,300, which is 45% below the national average of $281,900.

Data sourced from the US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Data Explorer, EPA AirNow, Walk Score, and FEMA. Last updated: March 2026.

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Top 3 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods

Willow Lake CDP

54/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$145,500

Unemp: 0.0%

Mitchell CDP

54/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$97,200

Unemp: 7.0%

Rome CDP

52/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$152,600

Unemp: 0.0%

Complete Rankings — 25 Neighborhoods

Up-and-coming neighborhoods in Bethalto village ranked by growth potential score, with median home value, walk score, unemployment rate, crime rate, and rent.
#	Neighborhood	Score	Median Home	Walk Score	Unemployment	Crime Rate	Rent
	Willow Lake CDP	54	$145,500	—	0.0%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
	Mitchell CDP	54	$97,200	—	7.0%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
	Rome CDP	52	$152,600	—	0.0%	1.2 per 1K	$1,015
4	Prestbury CDP	51	$348,400	—	0.0%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
5	Lake Carroll CDP	51	$285,400	—	0.0%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
6	Lost Nation CDP	51	$214,300	—	0.0%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
7	Heritage Lake CDP	51	$207,500	—	0.0%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
8	Rosewood Heights CDP	51	$121,800	—	5.0%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
9	Arbury Hills CDP	49	$206,500	—	1.1%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
10	Oak Run CDP	49	$267,300	—	1.2%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
11	Twin Grove CDP	49	$246,500	—	0.8%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
12	The Galena Territory CDP	49	$291,300	—	1.0%	1.2 per 1K	$1,167
13	Coyne Center CDP	48	$207,400	—	1.7%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
14	Lake Camelot CDP	47	$221,200	—	2.1%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
15	Grandwood Park CDP	47	$306,600	—	2.0%	1.2 per 1K	$1,600
16	Lake Petersburg CDP	46	$315,600	—	2.3%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
17	Lakewood Shores CDP	46	$180,700	—	2.3%	1.2 per 1K	$1,343
18	Crystal Lawns CDP	42	$215,000	—	4.4%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
19	Argyle CDP	40	$260,800	—	5.5%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
20	Lockport Heights CDP	40	$186,700	—	5.5%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
21	Forest Lake CDP	40	$312,500	—	5.4%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
22	Westlake Village CDP	39	$212,700	—	5.7%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
23	Como CDP	38	$159,600	—	6.6%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
24	Holiday Shores CDP	36	$194,800	—	7.3%	1.2 per 1K	N/A
25	Lake of the Woods CDP	36	$197,100	—	7.4%	1.2 per 1K	$1,102

Rankings by Category

Top 5 up-and-coming neighborhoods in Bethalto village for each growth-potential metric.

Most Affordable

Lowest median home value

1
Mitchell CDP
$97,200
2
Rosewood Heights CDP
$121,800
3
Willow Lake CDP
$145,500
4
Rome CDP
$152,600
5
Como CDP
$159,600

Lowest Unemployment

Lowest unemployment rate

Safest

Lowest violent crime rate

1
Willow Lake CDP
1.2 per 1K
2
Mitchell CDP
1.2 per 1K
3
Rome CDP
1.2 per 1K
4
Prestbury CDP
1.2 per 1K
5
Lake Carroll CDP
1.2 per 1K

Lowest Rent

Lowest median rent

Highest Income

Highest median household income

1
Argyle CDP
$159,135
2
Westlake Village CDP
$144,688
3
Lake Camelot CDP
$138,043
4
Grandwood Park CDP
$133,553
5
Prestbury CDP
$126,667

Lowest Poverty

Lowest poverty rate

How We Identify Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Bethalto village

Up-and-coming neighborhoods are identified using a Growth Potential Score that evaluates five weighted categories. These areas are still affordable relative to the city average but show strong fundamentals that suggest improving conditions and future appreciation.

Affordability vs City Average: 30% weight
Walkability & Transit: 25% weight
Job Market (Unemployment): 20% weight
Safety: 15% weight
Environment (Air Quality): 10% weight

Neighborhoods that are priced below the city median home value score higher on affordability. Walkability reflects the Walk Score, indicating access to amenities on foot. A low unemployment rate signals a strong local economy. Safety is measured by violent crime rates per 1,000 residents. Air quality uses the EPA Air Quality Index (AQI), where lower values indicate cleaner air.

Data Sources: US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), EPA AirNow, Walk Score, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. All data is updated on a rolling basis as new government releases become available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most up-and-coming neighborhoods in Bethalto village?

The top up-and-coming neighborhoods in Bethalto village are: Willow Lake CDP, Mitchell CDP, Rome CDP, Prestbury CDP, Lake Carroll CDP. These areas combine affordability, walkability, low unemployment, and improving conditions.

Which neighborhoods in Bethalto village are still affordable but improving?

The most affordable up-and-coming neighborhood in Bethalto village is Mitchell CDP with a median home value of $97,200. The national median is $281,900.

Is Bethalto village a good place to buy property for appreciation?

Bethalto village has a median home value of $156,300, which is below the national average, suggesting room for appreciation. There are 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential based on affordability, walkability, and economic indicators.

Which up-and-coming neighborhoods in Bethalto village have the lowest unemployment?

Twin Grove CDP has the lowest unemployment rate among up-and-coming neighborhoods in Bethalto village at 0.8%. The national average is 3.7%.

What is the median household income in Bethalto village?

The median household income in Bethalto village, IL is $67,569. The national median is $74,580.

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