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Community and growth in southeast Rockford
Community is vital in this southeast Rockford neighborhood that runs along Bildahl and Lapey Streets, two parallel roads in a primarily residential community that neighbors a sizable industrial sector of the city with warehouses, vehicle junkyards and manufacturing centers. The area recently welcomed Rock Church’s Reed Street campus, and with it brought Project 1013: a historically successful cleanup initiative hailing from Rockford’s West Side. The week of yardwork and home maintenance added curb appeal to homes that neighbors have lived in for decades, free of charge. Around the bend of Ken-Rock Park is Brooke Road United Methodist Church, which visitors can spot thanks to the little free pantry out front. A thriving community center and family resource campaign are the latest developments at this local anchor, which recently celebrated its 100th year in the community. Though commerce is sparse in southeast Rockford and essential resources may be harder to secure, Bildahl-Lapey continues to grow through the efforts of its residents.
A drainage easement traces through the neighborhood to prevent flooding from the Rock River.
Bildahl-Lapey offers narrow streets and many homes.
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No-fuss homes with uniform lots and plenty of parking space
Uniform lots line the grid surrounding Bildahl Street and Lapey Street all the way up to Harrison Avenue at the northern boundary of the neighborhood. Some homes are within eyeshot of the Brook Church community center or Ken-Rock Park. Brick or aluminum-sided Cape Cods, with or without upstairs dormer windows, are common, along with Minimal Traditional homes and bungalows with sunrooms or simple porticos sheltering the front door. Front yards, many of them filled with busy gardens or kids’ toys, are framed by chain-link fences. A drainage easement traces through the neighborhood to prevent flooding from the Rock River, and some homes may be at greater risk of damage during heavy rains and storm surges, according to risk data analysis firm First Street. Depending on how many renovations are needed before a home is move-in ready, newcomers pay between $50,000 and $130,000.
Community is vital in this Rockford neighborhood on Bildahl Street and Lapey Street.
Bildahl-Lapey homes are all older from the 1900's.
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A hub for connection and important resources on Brook Road
Brooke Road United Methodist Church acts as a hub for essential resources and social enrichment in the community. In May 2024, they held a grand opening for their Community Healing Resource Center, one of 11 throughout Illinois offering trauma-informed therapy. The new initiative works alongside the Brooke Road Community Center, which uses empty Sunday School classrooms throughout the year with programs like Zumba exercise classes, an open computer lab and Girl Scouts. Several of the programs are held in Spanish, and it's not uncommon to see literacy-based programs at the center or at nearby businesses like A-1 Dry Cleaners. Representatives from Northern Illinois Justice for Our Neighbors work from the center to help residents procure essential documents like driver's licenses and registrations for school and child care.
Bildahl-Lapey is home to some lovely parks and outdoor spaces, which are great for families.
Bildahl-Lapey offers many churches in the neighborhood such as Brooke Road.
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Sparse dining options and close groceries
Folks head just under a mile west to enjoy handmade burgers and a cold beer at Grant Park Tavern, one of Rockford’s many casual joints. Closer to home is John’s Restaurant and Pizzeria, which has been a social anchor on 11th Street for 50 years. “We’re blessed to have a lot of regulars and lots of patrons for many years from this area as well as Stillman Valley and other areas,” says Nadia Frisella, general manager at the restaurant and daughter of founder John Frisella. 11th Street Plaza is the commercial center for the rest of this commercial strip with a Schnuck’s grocery store, essential businesses like a laundromat, and chain restaurants like Taco Bell.
Grant Park Tavern is a local hotspot in Bildahl-Lapey.
Established in 1959, Doughboy Donuts has become an iconic part of Bildahl-Lapey.
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Afternoons at Ken-Rock Park
Homes surround unassuming Ken-Rock Park, which is complete with a pirate-themed playset, basketball court and batting cage. Similar neighborhood parks can be found throughout the southeast side, like Sabrooke Park less than a mile west. Meanwhile, Keye-Mallquist Park—1.5 miles north on 11th Street—is a host for Time 2 Play, a program dreamed up by the Rockford Park District to get kids outdoors in the summer with games under adult supervision. Rockford's diverse park system is spread throughout the rest of the city, from riverfront gardens and trails at Sinnissippi Park to challenging golf courses like Aldeen Golf Club.
Keye Mallquist Park is a large park that has something for every family.
Ken-Rock Park
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Public and private schools near Bildahl-Lapey
Public school students in the community are zoned for Riverdahl Elementary School, which scores a C-minus from Niche. Rockford Environmental Science Academy (RESA) Middle School also gets a C-minus, and Jefferson High School scores a C-plus. Like all high schools within the district, Jefferson offers the College and Career Academies of Rockford program, a career-readiness initiative with specific learning pathways from engineering to modern world languages. Private, tuition-based schools are also available in Rockford, like Rockford Christian Schools, which splits its prekindergarten through 12th grade classes between its Upper and Lower Schools and scores an A-minus from Niche.
Riverdahl Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rockford.
Jefferson offers a broad curriculum in traditional subjects such as English, math, and more.
RESA is a specialized educational institution that serves students who need additional help.
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Getting around by car or bus in southeast Rockford
Bildahl-Lapey maintains a Walk Score of 59 out of 100 with some proximity to shopping and dining, but locals will need a ride to most things in Rockford. The downtown area is about 4. 5 miles away, and those without cars can take the Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) buses from stops at Brooke Road or Reed Street. The bus is free for veterans and students who can show identification. It’s a 3- mile straight shot on 11th Street to UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital, the closest emergency room. It’s a 3.5 mile drive to commercial flights at Chicago Rockford International Airport.
Bildahl-Lapey maintains a Walk Score of 59 out of 100 and many take the bus.
Bildahl-Lapey residents get around by car, bus, and moped.
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Parks in this Area
Blackhawk Park
Sabrooke Park
Keye-Mallquist Park
Ken-Rock Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago/Rockford International
13 min drive
Bildahl-Lapey Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bildahl-Lapey, Rockford sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Bildahl-Lapey, Rockford over the last 12 months is $135,500.
Cute 2 bedroom home. Kitchen appliances stay. Full bath, nice size living room, separate dining room, laundry hook up. Newer laminate flooring. Attached garage, Large yard. A must see! Close to schools, shopping and interstate roads. Call for private showing.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
586
Median Age
36
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,745
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$38,453
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
2.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.6%
% Population in Labor Force
59.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
34''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
63/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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