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A residential community south of downtown Moline
Early 20th-century homes, colorful trees and landscaped yards set Forest Hill-Highland apart from surrounding neighborhoods. Located just south of downtown Moline, this quiet residential community offers easy access to all the city has to offer. “This area is full of homes built in the 1920s and '30s that have lots of character — inside and out. It’s also very conveniently located. You’re right next to Interstate 74 and the Avenue of the Cities, which are the main roads in Moline,” says Realtor Kate Howard of Exp Realty, who has worked in the area for a decade.
Early 20th-century homes
Cottages, bungalows, American Foursquares and steep-pitched Tudor Revival homes can all be found here. While the housing stock may be older, many of these homes have been well-kept, and some have been renovated to include modern amenities. Homes are typically on the smaller side, with floorplans ranging from around 1,000 to 2,000 square feet, while lot sizes vary in size from 5,000 to 8,000 square feet. Grassy lawns extend out to sidewalks with tall, mature trees that provide plenty of shade in the summertime. The neighborhood is laid out on an urban street grid with alleyways that are lined with unattached, two-car garages. Home prices can range from as low as $100,000 for a tiny bungalow to upwards of $250,000 for larger homes. “There are a lot of older, well-maintained homes here, and wide variance of prices. It’s got a lot of charm,” Howard says.
Modest properties sitting on small lots make up the majority of Forest Hill-Highland.
Forest Hill-Highland also has a select amount of Foursquares.
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Nearby restaurants and shops
The Avenue of the Cities borders the southern edge of Forest Hill-Highland, offering residents easy access to shops, restaurants and grocery stores. Quad City Pizza Co. is the perfect place to pick up a pie, while those in the mood for an ice-cold beer might make a pit stop at Harley’s, a local dive. Major grocery chains like Hy-Vee, Jewel-Osco and Aldi are less than a mile from the neighborhood, and everyday essentials and home goods can be found about 2 miles south at Walmart and Lowe’s. For a night out, locals love the independent shops and eateries in Moline’s cozy downtown district. It's also home to the Vibrant Arena, a riverside sports and entertainment venue.
Forest Hill-Highland residents can get a great pizza at Quad City Pizza.
Marley's is a great spot for Forest Hill-Highland residents wanting to grab a drink out.
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Highly-rated schools
Students can attend Logan Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Middle School and Moline High School, all of which hold B ratings from Niche, an online school review site. Logan Elementary is at the center of the neighborhood, walking or biking distance from many homes. Moline High School offers plenty of options for aspiring artists and musicians, including a wide array of bands, ensembles and choirs. In 2019, the school opened the Bartlett Performing Arts, a state-of-the-art theater with 800 seats.
Logan Elementary serves children living in Forest Hill-Highland.
Kids are challenged to excel at Woodrow Wilson Middle School.
Moline High School is ranked as the best high school in Rock Island County.
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Optimist Park and Riverside Park
At the center of the neighborhood, the community gathers at Optimist Park, a small green space with a playground and fields for picnicking. It's a great place to enjoy the sunshine on a nice day. Residents are also only a mile from the city’s popular Riverside Park and Aquatic Center, a large, urban park with athletic fields, tennis and pickleball courts and an outdoor swimming pool where people cool off during the sizzling summer months.
For some time outside, locals can head to Riverside Park.
There are a number of recreational facilities near Forest Hill-Highland.
Optimist Park's playground is great for kids wanting to have some fun outside.
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Commutes and public transportation
Forest Hill Highland's location near Interstate 74 makes it a great place for those who need to commute — it’s about a mile to downtown Moline, 5 miles to Rock Island and about 7 miles to Davenport. The neighborhood is also served by a bus route on Avenue of the Cities for those who prefer public transit.
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Parks in this Area
Velie Park
Kiwanis Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Browning Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Walking Paths
Butterworth Dog Park
Optimist Park
Transit
Airport
Quad Cities International
9 min drive
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Forest Hill-Highland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest Hill-Highland, Moline sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Hill-Highland, Moline over the last 12 months is $449,990, up 8% from the median 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
2,080
Median Age
39
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,547
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,287
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.5%
College Graduates
24%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
23''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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