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St. Ambrose University and century-old homes close to The Mississippi River
Home to St. Ambrose University, Davenport's Near North Side has an atmosphere led by the school's academic culture. Coffee shops, bookstores and campus walkways welcome students, staff and neighborhood residents. Views of the Mississippi River reward a few hilltop homebuyers, while every resident can enjoy one of five nearby parks. Early 20th-century two-bedroom cottages and bungalows blend with renovated five-bedroom American Foursquare and Tudor-style homes.With more than 3,000 properties, Near North Side is one of the largest neighborhoods in the city, with a selection of original homes and homes extensively updated. As of early November 2024, there were 21 properties on the market, and most will sell after 21 days.
One of the largest urban residential neighborhoods in central Davenport
Renovators and investors will find century-old homes that need varying degrees of improvement. One- and two-bedroom fixer-uppers built around 1900 have recently sold from $45,000 to $70,000. Two-bedroom condominiums have sold from $50,000 to $65,000. Craftsman-style and Tudor-style homes with original oak floors and built-in features range from $116,000 to $155,000. At the top end of the price range, buyers will find extensively renovated five-bedroom American Foursquare homes from $254,000 to about $330,000. Streetscapes reflect the age of the community, with massive hardwood trees fronting many homes, narrow sidewalks on most residential streets and a mix of on- and off-street parking. Front yards are typically close to the street, allowing more room in the back for separate garages or for gardens, porches and patios. Alleys run behind backyards in some portions of the neighborhood.
Large American Foursquares line bustling Brady Street in the Near North Side.
The Near North Side's Columbia Ave Historic District features large, order homes.
Classic bungalows and mature old trees line many streets in the Near North Side.
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Freshly brewed books and gas station-themed diners
In the St. Ambrose area, eclectic coffee shops and retailers include The Brewed Book, which offers floor-to-ceiling displays of new and used books accompanied by crafted coffee and baked treats. The Filling Station is a grill and sports bar that serves classics, including blooming onions and New York-style Reuben sandwiches. Johnnie’s Meat Market butcher shop offers creative help to home cooks when prepping for a party. The store's bundles offer assorted meats, prepared to order, for one price. Locals can head to Hy-Vee for groceries and pharmacy items on East Kimberly Road. NorthPark Mall is the closest mall, with over 30 retailers and restaurants, including anchors Dillard’s, JCPenney and Von Maur.
Around St Ambrose University, the Near North Side features an eclectic mix of shops.
Across Duck Creek, Near North Side residents have access to the Filling Station.
Near North Side will really fill up at the Filling Station, with its award winning tenderloins.
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Events at The Figge Art Museum introduce newcomers to its collections
Events at The Figge Art Museum help increase membership at the 100-year-old modern art showcase on the campus of St. Ambrose University. The annual College Invitational runs from December 2024 through February 7, 2025 and features original creations by students from eight area colleges, including St. Ambrose and Western Illinois University. Second Saturdays offer free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., while the first Thursday of every month is Free Senior Day.
Highly rated North High clubs are student-inspired
Students in Near North Side can attend public schools in the Davenport Community School District, which is graded a C-plus by Niche. Garfield Elementary offers kindergarten through sixth grade and has a C-grade from Niche. It has one of the most diverse student populations in Davenport, according to Niche. C-minus-graded Williams Intermediate focuses on seventh and eighth grades. It is known for its strong sports programs in football, volleyball, basketball, cross country and swimming. North High has one of the most diverse student populations in Davenport. With a B-minus grade from Niche, North High offers 13 clubs for students to explore, including e-sports, Future Educators and Cultural Diversity.
Assumption High, a private Catholic school, occupies a large area just west of the neighborhood. Its 450 students attend grades 9-12 with a teacher-student ratio of 14 to 1. Trinity Lutheran is adjacent for preschool through eighth grade,
St. Ambrose University, a private Catholic university, was founded in 1882 and is located in the neighborhood's southwest corner. With more than 60 undergraduate majors, it focuses on social justice and pre-med programs.
The Near North Side's Garfield Elementary School boasts a 13:1 student-teacher ratio.
The Near North Side's Sudlow Intermediate School boasts a 14:1 student-teacher ratio.
Central High School south of the Near North Side boasts solid college readiness for students.
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The first botanical park west of the Mississippi River
Vander Veer Botanical Park is “one of the oldest and arguably the most storied parks in Davenport,” says Becca Niles, Senior Administrative Service Manager for Parks in Davenport. “The park itself is 33 acres and is a popular location for weddings, community events and special events hosted by the Parks Department.” The Conservatory at the park hosts Gardens Under Glass year-round. Rotating exhibits change with the seasons, with azaleas, lilies, daisies and fuchsia in the spring, followed by summer tropicals. “Another favorite spot in the park is the Grand Allee. It’s an almost one-mile walkway of trees and gardens that lead to the Stone Fountain, which is lit up at night with multi-colored lights. Its design is based on the Grand Allee in Paris.”
The Vander Veer Botanical Garden in the Near North Side is the perfect afternoon getaway.
The Grand Allée at the Vander Veer Botanical Park in the Near North Side.
Junge Park's playground provides outdoor entertainment for Near North Side youth.
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Three nearby highways make intercity travel easy
U.S. Highway 61 starts at the state line with Missouri and heads through Davenport and then north to join I-280 and I-80 around the Quad Cities.Davenport CitiBuses are found on North Division Street, West Central Park Avenue and Hickory Grove Road. Quad Cities International Airport is 13 miles southeast of Northwest Davenport and offers daily nonstop flights to Chicago, Dallas and Denver.
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Near North Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Near North Side, Davenport sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Near North Side, Davenport over the last 12 months is $175,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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