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A historic community steps from the heart of Rock Island
Just south of a bend in the Mississippi River and Downtown Rock Island is the small community of Broadway. Named on the National Historic Register in 1998, the area features stately homes from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s. “Victorian charm. That’s why people buy there. It’s close to downtown and restaurants, but people really buy for the charm and personality of the houses,” says Eric Ryden, the managing broker/owner of Quad City Iowa Realty. “We get buyers from big cities who love the walkability, too.” The neighborhood is bordered by two parks as well as by 17th Street, one of Rock Island’s major roadways. It’s only 1 mile to UnityPoint Health, and getting there is easy, thanks to the numerous bus stops throughout the area. Neighbors regularly congregate on each other’s front porches, and the community gets together for activities like trivia nights and block parties. With its old-world charm, proximity to green spaces and walkability, Broadway is where history, nature, and community converge.
Broadway's colorful old homes fit perfectly amidst the turning autumn foliage.
It's common to see work crews returning older Broadway homes to their former glories.
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Stately Victorian homes
“The history is important here. The ability to live in a home that’s over 100 years old is challenging, but it makes it all worthwhile when it’s brought back to life,” says Ryden. Historic homes tower over the streets of the gridded residential area. Homes lie close together atop compact lawns dotted with mature trees. Though most houses were built between 1890 and 1915, some of the oldest buildings in the area date all the way back to 1865. Home styles include Queen Annes, Italianate homes, Craftsman bungalows and Four Squares. Some homes need some TLC to reach their full potential, but the neighborhood is happy to lend a hand. The Broadway Historic District Association began the Great Unveiling Program, where artificial siding is taken off historic homes, and regular community events are held to help rehabilitate the buildings. “Neighbors get together every spring for the Great Unveiling,” says Diane Oestreich, resident and member of the Rock Island Preservation Society. “When the original siding is taken off, you find ornate shingles and the scars of what was once there.” Homes needing restoration tend to sell for between $20,000 and $80,000, while turn-key homes cost between $100,000 and $250,000. “The houses are much higher quality with the old construction. By preserving, you increase the value of the house,” Diane says.
Rows of classic American Foursquares from the turn of the century are common in Broadway.
Broadway's beautiful historic houses are unlike anything anywhere else.
Broadway's historic districts are full of eclectic and impressive architecture.
Broadway homes are an eclectic mix of style, color, aesthetic, and architecture.
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Dining downtown
Proximity to downtown provides access to a host of dining options. The Quad City Pancake House occupies a former pharmacy building and serves classic American breakfast staples. The family-owned and operated eatery opened a decade ago and features recipes created by its award-winning chef and owner, Jose Zepeda. Another local favorite is Jim's Rib Haven, a family-owned barbeque joint that has served the community for over 30 years,
For groceries, there's an Aldi just east of the neighborhood on 38th Street. The SouthPark Mall is about 5.5 miles southeast of Broadway and hosts department stores and specialty shops.
Just north of Broadway, the Quad City Pancake House serves up amazing breakfast every day.
The Quad City Pancake House is the perfect place for Broadway residents to start their days.
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Hauberg Estate Park and Longview Park
The Broadway district is home to Hauberg Estate Park. It features flower gardens, a nature area and an outdoor ice-skating pond. The park’s Hauberg Civic Center has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places and hosts yearly events.
Longview Park is over a century old and has a railroad-themed water park called Whitewater Junction Aquatic Center. There are two playgrounds, a disc golf course, sand volleyball courts and a sledding area.
Beautiful Longview Park is just across the street from Broadway.
Longview Park's beautiful art makes for an enriching experience for Broadway residents.
Longview Park is part of the Highland historic district that makes Broadway's southern tip.
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The John Looney House is one of Broadway's many historic homes and a historic landmark.
Notable historic fixtures
The Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse occupies the historic Fort Armstrong Theatre. Established in 1921 as a silent movie theater, the three-story Art Deco building features symbols of Illinois, such as corn, arrows and snakes, in its terra cotta and brick exterior. The Dinner Playhouse became a Historic Place on the National Register in 1978, one year after it was converted into a professional dinner theater.
Education in Broadway
Rock Island-Milan School District No. 41 serves the residents of Broadway. Students can begin their education at Rock Island Center for Math & Science, which received a C-plus on Niche. Students can finish their education at Washington Junior High and Rock Island High School, both of which scored a B-minus. Washington Junior High offers Project Lead the Way electives for students interested in engineering careers, while Rock Island High features extracurriculars like debate, student council and various sports teams while also offering college prep and vocational curriculums.
Eugene Field Elementary School brings great teachers to younger Broadway students.
Washington Junior High School provides a critical step in Broadway children's education.
Rock Island High School serves Broadway students grades 9 through 12.
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Travel throughout the neighborhood
This walkable community also offers public transportation through Metrolink, which serves several bus stops along 17th Street and 9th Avenue.
For long-distance travel, Broadway is about 7.5 miles northwest of Quad Cities International Airport.
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On average, homes in Broadway, Rock Island sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Broadway, Rock Island over the last 12 months is $125,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Spacious Broadway Historic District house with potential to be a large family home or investment property. Main floor hosts a charming living room with wood burning fireplace, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, kitchen, dining, breakfast nook and laundry. Half story finished with 2 bedrooms, bonus space and roughed in for 1/2 bath. Finished basement has it's own entrance, full bath, laundry area, roughly
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