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Traditional homes on the Rockford city grid
Situated close to the heart of Rockford, Jackson Oaks offers a central lifestyle with a residential focus. Modestly sized traditional homes sit on a grid of city streets east of the Rock River, with local restaurants close to the neighborhood and shopping options less than a mile away for everyday needs. Parks in the area offer varied options for outdoor leisure, while events await in downtown Rockford to the west. “It’s a nice pocket of town. You might have to drive a bit further out to get the things you need, but it has a very neighborly feel,” says John Guth, the executive director of the Ken-Rock Community Center. A staple of the community for more than 90 years, the community center has offered a wide range of services to fit the needs of the neighborhood around it over time.
Jackson Oaks homes are older but offer charm that the newer builds do not in Jackson Oaks.
Scenic views of the homes among the green trees are all over Jackson Oaks.
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Folk Victorian and Arts & Crafts homes just east of downtown Rockford
Most of Jackson Oaks’ homes were built between the early 1900s and the 1960s. Buyers can find a mix of Victorian vernacular homes, Craftsman bungalows with wide porches and columns, and traditional homes with brick exteriors. Single-family home prices range from about $50,000 to $223,000 or more. A select number of multi-family units are also available on Summit Street. Condos in the area generally sell within the mid-$40,000s. According to the Flood Factor Index, some properties on the area’s north side may have higher flood risks during inclement weather. Potential residents are advised to determine a property’s adherence to building codes and insurance policies during their home-buying process.
Brick four square style homes can also be found in the Jackson Oaks area.
The neighborhood of Jackson Oaks is located within Rockford, Illinois.
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Classes and activities at Rockford public schools
Students living in Jackson Oaks can attend schools within Rockford Public Schools District 205. Bloom Elementary School has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio and earns a C grade on Niche. Abraham Lincoln Middle School earns a C-minus grade. Rockford East High School was the first school in the district to recruit an all-girls wrestling team as one of its 35 athletic programs. The school earns a C-plus grade on Niche. Other educational options nearby include Jackson Charter School, an elementary school open to residents within the 205 district with a C grade on Niche.
Lincoln Middle School looks stately with large pillars near Jackson Oaks.
East High School is covered with green grass and trees near the Jackson Oaks area.
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Making childhood memories at Beatties Playground
A mix of outdoor leisure options await Jackson Oaks residents, both within the neighborhood and in the surrounding area. Beattie Playground sits on the neighborhood’s northwest end. In addition to the playground that lends the park its name, locals can also enjoy pickup games of basketball or easygoing walks on a paved trail. The Ken-Rock Community Center offers childcare services and all-ages programming for locals, from youth cheerleading and Boy Scout programs to adult woodcarving clubs and weekly bingo nights. North of the neighborhood, Sinnissippi Park is home to a public golf course, floral displays at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens and six pickleball courts. To the neighborhood’s west in the River District, Haight Park features a gazebo and a renovated playground in 2024.
Beattie Park Playground is a fun spot for kiddos to get out energy near Jackson Oaks.
Nicholas Conservatory Gardens changes up their exhibits near the Jackson Oaks area often.
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Connected to greater Rockford via State Street
Jackson Oaks’ primary thoroughfare, East State Street, connects the neighborhood to downtown Rockford to the west and additional residential areas to the immediate east. Residents are about 2 miles east of the city center and 90 miles northwest of Chicago. For local public transit needs, Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) provides stops along Rural Street on the north side and Ninth and State street on the south side. The nearest hospital, UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital, is immediately south of the neighborhood on State Street. For travel beyond the Rockford area, Chicago Rockford International Airport is 6 miles south.
The city center is where all of the food and shops are in Jackson Oaks.
The Rockford bus line isn't far from the Jackson Oaks area.
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Shopping to the south, local restaurants on Rural Street
Jackson Oaks’ residential focus means that residents may have to travel more than a few blocks to get to relevant local businesses, but with a central location, those trips won’t be too far. The Schnucks at Rockford Plaza to the south is the nearest supermarket. Other shops in the area include well-known brands such as Dollar General and Walgreens, as well as unique Rockford stops such as Culture Shock, a record store with stacks of vintage sound equipment and quirky gifts. Northeast of the neighborhood, Lydia’s Café offers brunch fare in a casual environment. McDonald’s, Subway and Wendy’s offer familiar fast food options on the neighborhood’s southwest side, and additional options for casual and fine dining are available in downtown Rockford.
Schnucks grocery offers fresh produce and many other goods in Jackson Oaks.
Culture Shock is a fun records store that also sells unique gifts near Jackson Oaks.
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Visit Downtown Rockford for nights out
Most outings in town are a short drive or bus ride away for most residents. Just southwest of the neighborhood, The Oasis Micro-Pub offers a mix of local and regional beers on tap and casual bar eats. The pub reopened in the spring of 2024 after a four-year hiatus. One block away, the Rue Marche offers regular drink specials and karaoke nights. To the north at Sinnissippi Park, local bands take the stage at the Sinnissippi Park Music Shell each summer. Houses of worship with a presence in the area include the Hope Fellowship Church of Rockford and Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, both on State Street near the neighborhood's south end. Additional outings await in the River District, including shows at the Coronado Performing Arts Center and minor league hockey at the BMO Center.
The colorful Rockford sign is located near the river, not far from Jackson Oaks.
City lines near the Rock River can be seen in Jackson Oaks.
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Important things to know
Jackson Oaks’ CAP Index scores for certain categories of crime are slightly higher than the national average. The City of Rockford has implemented multiple initiatives to prevent and reduce criminal activity in town, including programs within the local school district, specialized non-police teams and law enforcement efforts such as the Resident Officer Community Keeper (ROCK) house program in Jackson Oaks, where an officer lives within their assigned patrol neighborhood. The Rockford Police Department reported a 19% reduction in overall violent crime between 2022 and 2023.
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On average, homes in Jackson Oaks, Rockford sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Jackson Oaks, Rockford over the last 12 months is $131,500, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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