Downtown Rock Island
$136,161
Average Value
The heart of the Rock Island dining scene
The neighborhood’s bars and restaurants stand out for their variety and liveliness. Offering vegan delicacies alongside teas and alcoholic drinks, Rozz-Tox café is known for its hip atmosphere and live performances from DJs and local bands alike. Located inside an old-school diner, QC Coffee and Pancake House is a popular brunch spot featuring everything from pancakes and eggs to roast beef sandwiches and burgers.Located on 2nd Avenue is Brick and Motor Boutique, a popular waterfront shop selling clothing, jewelry and accessories. Residents can grab groceries at Hy-Vee Grocery Store, 1 mile southeast of the neighborhood.
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An abundance of parks with riverfront views
Given Rock Island’s proximity to the Mississippi River, locals can take a relaxing stroll along the water or gaze across the river for a view of neighboring Davenport, Iowa, through Schwiebert Riverfront Park’s onsite telescope. The park also features an outdoor stage and lawn, providing seasonal concerts. Locals can also check out the unopened Quad Cities Time Capsule at Centennial Bridge Park or lounge on the grass next to the bridge on a nice day. Home to various plant species, The Quad Cities Botanical Center immerses visitors in a rich natural environment with indoor and outdoor exhibits.Situated in the center of Downtown Rock Island, the Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse is a former Vaudeville theater now serving dinner and a show with a diverse array of musicals and plays throughout the year.
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Historic homes along busy streets
Laid out in a grid, Downtown Rock Island stretches from 7th Avenue to the south to the riverfront to the north. Properties and businesses are positioned close together and consist mostly of single-family condominiums and townhouses, with a few Italianate-influenced Colonial Revivals sprinkled throughout. Narrow sidewalks shaded by a peppering of mature trees line the broad streets. Though most homes are historic and do not come with attached garages, there is plenty of street parking available. While the median sale price of properties in Rock Island is about $100,000, most homes Downtown sell for between $70,000 and $350,000.
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A robust public transportation system
Highway 92, 1st Avenue in Rock Island, borders the neighborhood to the north and connects to the Centennial Expressway and U.S. Route 67 to the west. Centennial Bridge connects residents to Iowa, just across the Mississippi River. Metrolink serves Downtown Rock Island, providing 12 fixed routes around Rock Island and to the surrounding cities of Moline, East Moline, Colona, Hampton, Silvis and Carbon Cliff. Cyclists can commute via two bike lanes that run east to west and north to south throughout the neighborhood.For long-distance travel, the Quad Cities International Airport is 8.5 miles southeast.
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The Rock Island School District No. 41
The Rock Island School District No. 41 serves the residents of Downtown Rock Island. From pre-K to grade 6, students can attend Rock Island Academy, which received a C from Niche. Students can continue their education at Washington Junior High School and Rock Island High School, both of which scored a B-minus on the site. Rock Island High hosts an extensive music program featuring three different show choirs. The Chamber Singers are always in high demand for local events, especially around the holidays, when they perform their annual Christmas tour throughout the Quad Cities.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Donna Arnold
Donna Arnold
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Legacy Group
(309) 865-5277
232 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Rock Island
$155K - $159K Price Range
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Erin Schillinger
Erin Schillinger
Responds QuicklyRuhl&Ruhl REALTORS Bettendorf
(309) 302-3005
150 Total Sales
4 in Downtown Rock Island
$80K - $117K Price Range
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Tim Hernandez
Tim Hernandez
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty
(563) 293-5353
264 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Rock Island
$185,000 Price
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Stephanie Kauzlarich
Stephanie Kauzlarich
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty
(563) 362-3233
300 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Rock Island
$230,000 Price
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Molly Mekus
Molly Mekus
Real Broker, LLC - Bettendorf
(563) 334-7007
164 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Rock Island
$183,500 Price
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Susie Banks
Susie Banks
RE/MAX Concepts Bettendorf
(563) 200-7708
53 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Rock Island
$197,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Schwiebert Riverfront Park
Quad City Botanical Center
- Botanical Gardens
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
Fairhope Park
Webber Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Rock Island | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
54
Median Year Built
2003
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,444
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,628
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,470
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,015
Median Age
44
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$17,857
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$29,690
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.7%
College Graduates
9.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
% Population in Labor Force
44.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
23''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
70
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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A picturesque historic district just south of Downtown Rock Island
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Greenbush
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Longview
Developed at the turn of the 20th century with a scenic view from the park
Central Davenport
One of Davenport's most historic neighborhoods, at the heart of the city
College Circle
A small community centered around a historic college campus
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