CMC's close-knit community on Rockford's outskirts
On the southern outskirts of Rockford and surrounded by cornfields, CMC is a pocket of suburbia. This neighborhood is actually a collection of four different homeowners associations that all come together under one organization to form CMC—Canyon Ridge, Maywood Manor, Cheyenne Heights and Twin Ridge. “The purpose of the association is to promote pride and unity among our neighbors,” says CMC treasurer and resident Sally Johnson. “We do this by organizing neighborhood events and combatting community deterioration.” While some of the associations might have different aesthetics and architectural styles, the culture of this community is seamless, with everyone united under CMC.
Diverse architecture styles throughout CMC
Ranches and split-levels are common across CMC, sitting along streets lined with trees, though the brush and young trees tend to hug the road more in Maywood Manor. The northern side of the neighborhood features New Traditional homes built in the early 2000s, while Twin Ridge along the southern side offers more Tudor Revival-styled homes. Across CMC, houses sell between $150,000 and $300,000, though there’s also the optional fees for members of CMC. “We have yearly dues that are collected once a year for those who wish to participate,” Johnson says. “The dues finance several events during the year and pay for a streetlight at the end of Golden Prairie Avenue.”
Ranch style homes with loads of detail and charm are what make CMC a nice place to live.
Brick pavers and beautiful homes can be discovered in CMC near Rockford.
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Jefferson High supports students looking for jobs
For kindergarten through fifth grade, students can attend Arthur Froberg Elementary School, which Niche gives a C. Bernard W. Flinn Middle School receives a C-minus from Niche. Jefferson High School earns a C-plus. It has a student job board to help students looking for part-time job and features positions like personal family babysitters to cashiers and specialized jobs.
Our Lady Sacred Heart Academy is a highly rated school in CMC.
Jefferson High School earns a C-plus rating on Niche.
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Driving to downtown Rockford from CMC
Because CMC is on the farther side of the city from downtown, the community isn’t served by public transportation, making this a more car-dependent neighborhood. Downtown Rockford is about 6.5 miles away, accessible via Kishwaukee Street. Up by downtown, UW Health Swedish American Hospital is just over 5 miles away. While CMC feels farther from downtown, it is closer to the city’s airport that most Rockford suburbs—Chicago Rockford International Airport is just over 3 miles away. However, the proximity means residents may be more aware of the jets coming and going.
Hiking and mountain biking destinations around CMC
CMC doesn’t have any neighborhood parks, but the southern outskirts’ more rural feel means that there are plenty of hiking opportunities nearby. Kishwaukee Gorge Forest Preserve offers hiking trails through the woods with outlooks over the gorge. The trail is only 3 miles long, but the steep steps make it more intense, though the scenery is worth it. Seth B. Atwood Park’s 334 acres started out as World War I training grounds, but today boast 20 miles of multi-use trails. The grounds even include biking washing and repair areas for mountain bikers.
Atwood Center is a place for nature lovers and learning in CMC.
Kishwaukee Gorge has walking and hiking trails for CMC families to enjoy the beautiful outdoors.
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Italian restaurants and old-fashioned diners
Most of the dining scene down by CMC are fast food restaurants, like Starbucks and Burger King, so residents may have to drive a couple of miles for a night out. John’s Restaurant and Pizzeria is a family-owned Italian restaurant on this side of town, which has served the Rockford community for over 40 years. While it offers standard Italian food, it also offers stuffed pizzas, where two doughs are baked together with fillings between them and pizza toppings on the top. Up by Alpine Park, Alpine View has a classic diner feel with vinyl booths, and serves classic breakfast and dinner favorites. In the fall, the pumpkin pancakes draw people in for breakfast. For groceries, Schnucks and Aldi are both about 2.5 miles from CMC.
CMC is where Alpine View restaurant is located for good quality dining.
Schnucks grocery is a really quality shopping option for anyone calling CMC home.
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CMC's community events and downtown Rockford's holiday celebrations
CMC hosts regular community events throughout the year, advertised on the community’s Facebook group, to bring residents together. Whether it’s a community-wide garage sale or holiday lights competition in the winter, events create a sense of togetherness within CMC, regardless of what individual homeowners association residents are part of. Residents can also drive downtown to take part of the city’s events, like the Fourth of July festivities, where residents can watch three parades and a 30-minute fireworks show synced to music. In the summer, the Friday Night Rockford City Market features over 70 different vendors and live music in downtown Rockford.
Midtown Farmer's Market near CMC provides a great spot to enjoy the fresh produce.
CMC residents can enjoy food trucks and more at Midtown Farmer's Market.
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Parks in this Area
Beattie Park Playground
Atwood Park
Kishwaukee Gorge Forest Preserve
Transit
Airport
Chicago/Rockford International
14 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
CMC
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in CMC, Rockford sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in CMC, Rockford over the last 12 months is $245,043, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$244,000
Median Single Family Price
$244,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$128
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median List Price
$239,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
225
Median Year Built
2011
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,425
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
987
Median Age
42
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$88,815
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,743
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8%
% Population in Labor Force
65.6%
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®
17/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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