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A cozy suburban community surrounded by parks
Bordered by the Mississippi River and with Downtown Rock Island just 2.5 miles north, West Central Rock Island offers relative seclusion while surrounded by suburban amenities. Situated near the water and just east of one of the region’s largest parks, this community offers natural beauty and a quiet escape from the busier parts of Rock Island. Here, cozy homes dot the residential landscape atop sprawling lawns accented by thick deciduous trees. Despite the sparse suburban feel, residents still benefit from easy access to attractions throughout the city.
West Central Rock Island is primarily residential, with businesses and downtown close by.
West Central Rock Island lies along the Mississippi River on the west side of the island.
West Central Rock Island
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Bungalows, Cape Cods and colorful ranch-style homes
With the Mississippi River to the west and the major thoroughfare of U.S. Route 67 bordering the eastern side, the residential landscape consists of a grid at the center. Neighborhoods on the west side of Rock Island are characterized by their rolling hills and mature tree-lined streets. West Central homes sit along broad streets paired with narrow sidewalks atop lawns with room for several trees and bordering shrubbery. Though street parking is available, most homes have driveways and detached garages. Bungalows, Cape Cods and colorful ranch-style homes pepper the streets. On average, prices range from $50,000 to $150,000.
Homes in West Central Rock Island are primarily built with traditional designs.
This West Central Rock Island home features an elevated yard and detached garage.
Single-story ranch homes are a common sight in West Central Rock Island.
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Parks with waterfront views
To the west of the neighborhood is Sunset Park, known for its waterfront views and biking trails. Guests can stroll along the park’s isthmus between the small pond on its east and Lake Potter on its west side. South of the park, boaters can set sail out of Sunset Marina. Additionally, Black Hawk Forest in the neighboring community of Blackhawk offers its own set of walking trails through thick tree cover alongside historically significant monuments related to the Sauk Tribe of Indigenous Americans. Just north of West Central, Douglas Park features three baseball diamonds, making it popular with the local leagues. The park also features an onsite playground.
West Central Rock Island lies near the banks of the Mississippi offering scenic views.
West Central Rock Island fishermen love to spend the day at Sunset Park.
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Learning in West Central
Within Rock Island-Milan School District 41, students in the West Central neighborhood can attend Frances Willard Elementary School, which received a C on Niche. Within walking distance of residential areas, Willard Elementary focuses on assisting students of various backgrounds and offers Individualized Education Plans and programs like AVID to help assist the area’s most at-risk youth. Students can continue their education at Edison Junior High School, which scored a C-plus on Niche, before finishing their education at Rock Island High School, which received a B-minus on the site.
Frances Willard Elementary School is a popular public school near West Central Rock Island.
Nearby Edison Junior High serves Central Rock Island and surrounding neighborhoods.
Rock Island High School is a large public school near West Central Rock Island.
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Dining right inside West Central
Alfano’s Pizza is a family-owned Italian restaurant featuring popular regional pizza dishes. Pee Wees Restaurant on 18th Avenue serves up its own take on Cajun and soul food dishes in a homey atmosphere nestled within residential housing. For groceries, Hy-Vee Grocery Store is located on 20th Avenue, just 1.5 miles east of the neighborhood. For clothing, electronics and home goods, there’s a Target 4.7 miles southeast of West Central Rock Island.
West Central Rock Island love the Chicago style pizza at Alfano's Pizzeria.
PeeWee's is a local favorite amongst West Central Rock Island residents.
West Central Rock Island residents can head to HyVee for their grocery needs.
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Travel by car or bus
Though most residents use a car to get around, public transportation is available through MetroLink, which services several bus stops along 9th Street and 18th Avenue.
For long-distance travel, the Quad Cities International Airport is 6 miles southeast of the neighborhood.
West Central Rock Island residents have access to public transportation throughout the area.
West Central Rock Island is a very walkable neighborhood with wide sidewalks.
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West Central Rock Island Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Central Rock Island, Rock Island sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in West Central Rock Island, Rock Island over the last 12 months is $80,250, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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