Greenville, Illinois, may be a tiny city, but it's had its share of noteworthy visitors over the years, including several United States Presidents, including Abraham Lincoln, Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama.
Greenville is a small city located in Bond County, Illinois
Greenville, Illinois, may be a tiny city, but it's had its share of noteworthy visitors over the years, including several United States Presidents, including Abraham Lincoln, Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama.
Greenville is a small city located in Bond County, Illinois. It is considered to be part of the St. Louis metropolitan area, as well as the metro east section of Illinois. The city is home to Greenville College, so if you are wanting to take a class or two, this might be a convenient city to call home. With a population of just under 7,000 residents, according to the last census, Greenville can offer you a small-town feel with convenient access to other cities in Illinois and Missouri.
The majority of places to live in Greenville are single- and multi-family homes. There are also some duplexes for rent within the city limits. You can probably get a great deal on a small apartment rental in the city center, which is located in the southern part of the city, near Greenville College, particularly if you want to sign a lease during the early summer, when vacancy rates may be higher.
Rental prices in Greenville are lower than in many other areas of the country, so if you are moving from another state, you may be pleasantly surprised! Still, you'll need to make sure that you can afford your chosen rental property; landlords want to see that you are making enough money to cover your bills before they will rent to you. Have your most recent paystubs and perhaps a printout from your bank showing that you're responsible about putting money into your account and not overdrawn, at least not on a regular basis! Because most landlords are private owners, you will want to dress for success and show up on time for your showing appointment to make the best impression that you can. This might be particularly helpful if your credit situation isn't the most stellar.
There are two constituent neighborhoods in Greenville. These are Mulberry Grove and the City Center. Both boast low crime rates in comparison to both the state of Illinois and to the United States as a whole, as well as a good school system.
Mulberry Grove: Most of Greenville is made up of Mulberry Grove; it occupies all but the southern tip of the town. If you choose to live in this area, you may need a vehicle, though there are bus stations scattered throughout the town.
City Center: The City Center is where Greenville College is located, and it's very walkable. No matter where you live in this section, you'll be in close proximity to shopping, dining and entertainment options. Many residents of this neighborhood make liberal use of the bus, so you can probably get by without a car, even if you don't want to hoof it the majority of the time.
If you are into culture and museums, you probably won't be bored in Greenville! From the De Moulin Museum to the American Farm Heritage Museum, to the Hoiles-Davis Museum and quite a few more, you'll have tons to explore. Are the fine arts more your thing? No worries there! There are also a large handful of theaters and galleries for you to check out, as well as periodic music festivals, including Agapefest.
Once you see all of the offerings in Greenville, don't think for a minute that your existence will lack the awe of discovering new things. Because you'll be so close to St. Louis, you can make frequent day trips into the city to take advantage of the wide array of cultural offerings, top-notch restaurants and shopping opportunities from small boutiques to sprawling shopping malls. The bus will take you there, so for the price of your bus fare, you won't even have to worry about gasoline or parking!
If you do have a car and want to explore, you can hop on Interstate 70, which goes right through Greenville. This will take you toward St. Louis to the west or to Effingham to the east. Interstate 55 is also just a hop, skip and jump away, and will allow you easy access to Springfield, where you can visit the capital of the state and learn about the history of Abraham Lincoln, among other things.
