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A focus on locally owned businesses east of downtown Rockford
While the Miracle Mile neighborhood's transition in Rockford may not qualify as a miracle, progress has been made in refurbishing business fronts over the past 20 years. “We focused on opening unique, local stores in this part of the city,” says Paula Olson, the executive director of Miracle Mile Rockford, an organization formed in 2005 as a grassroots effort to improve the business climate. “We don’t want to see a big box store in this area.” New stores have opened and established businesses have been renovated. On the west side of Keith Creek is the residential section of the neighborhood, with homes dating to the early 20th century.
Bungalow and four square style homes in Miracle Mile are a very popular style.
Lessly's crafts freshly churned ice cream and other specialty treats in Miracle Mile.
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Johnny Pamcakes is not a typo
One local business that is part of the revitalization is Johnny Pamcakes. While they have served pancakes since opening in 2008, the name is correct. John Lack and his wife Pam own the store and decided to incorporate both their names into the business. There are other eating hot spots in the neighborhood. “It may be surprising that one of the best restaurants is in a bowling alley, but Shooters Bar & Grill has great food, and they have a fish fry every Friday,” Olson says. The restaurant is inside Don Carter Lanes, which has recreational bowling and is the home for bowling leagues and occasional tournaments. Wolf Hollow is described as an eerie Gothic Victorian gift shop where it’s Halloween every day. The store is also rented out for photography sessions like family photos. Rivera’s Fresh Market is a Mexican-themed grocery store and restaurant, while Schnucks is a few blocks south.
Johnny Pamcakes is loved by all residents of Miracle Mile for offering breakfast all day.
All day dining options are plentiful in Miracle Mile with many options like Johnny Pamcakes.
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Miracle Mile housing
Closer to downtown Rockford, the streets are narrow, and the sidewalks are under the canopy of mature trees. In some instances, the houses have been around for over 100 years. “The construction is solid. A lot of it is brick,” Olson says. Cape Cod, Tudor Revivals and Foursquares are priced between $100,000 and $250,000. The neighborhood also has a home from the 1840s that has been renovated and was once the home of a Union Civil War general. It has a wraparound porch and dormer windows. Multi-family units are $90,000 to $230,000.
Brick and siding mixed home exteriors are popular with low maintenance in Miracle Mile.
Small cape cod style homes are harder to find but offer simple living in Miracle Mile.
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Alpine Hills Adventure Park
During the warm weather months, Alpine Hills Adventure Park has trails for mountain biking, running and hiking. In the winter, it’s a destination for snowboarding and tubing. The park also has a snow-making machine if it’s cold enough and there’s no snow on the ground. Alpine Park has a playground open to children of all abilities and a public pool. The Alpine Pool is open from mid-June through mid-August. Dahlquist Park has a baseball diamond and tennis and basketball courts.
Adventure Park near Miracle Mile offer fun summer camps for children.
Alpine Park offers a fun playground near the pool for kids of Miracle Mile.
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Public school options in the Rockford School District
Students who opt for public schools can attend classes in Rockford School District 205. Maud E. Johnson Elementary School earns a C on Niche, while Abraham Lincoln Middle School is rated a C-minus and has a 16-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Rockford East High School students interested in engineering can participate in the Production Academy, which emphasizes designing, prototyping and building. The school has a C-plus rating. Rockford Christian School is a private K-12 school that separates preschool through grade 4 in its Lower School campus while grades 5 through 12 are at its Upper-Level campus.
East High School
Maud E. Johnson Elementary School
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Metra is coming to Rockford in 2027
A major medical center is on the neighborhood's western edge. UW Health Swedish American Hospital has over 350 beds and a large medical campus. Getting to downtown Chicago by car is about 85 miles via Interstates 90 and 290. There are plans for a new high-speed express train between Chicago and downtown Rockford, reaching up to 80 miles an hour. Those using public transportation to get around the city can use the Rockford Mass Transit District bus lines with stops on State Street. Chicago Rockford International Airport is 6 miles to the south, while the larger Chicago O’Hare International Airport is about 70 miles east.
The bridge that goes over the Rock River is scenic with buildings in the foreground.
Shops and grocery stores are close by the Miracle Mile area.
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Parks in this Area
Blackhawk Park
(Alpine Park) Paulyground - The Mike Pauley Memorial Playground and Pool
Sinnissippi Park
Ingersoll Centennial Park
Davis Park at Founders Landing
Anderson Japanese Gardens
Picnic Area
Trails
Dahlquist Park
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
Beattie Park Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago/Rockford International
19 min drive
Miracle Mile Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Miracle Mile, Rockford sell after 125 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Miracle Mile, Rockford over the last 12 months is $572,509, up 39% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This charming 4-bedroom home offers a spacious and flexible layout with two bedrooms upstairs and two on the main level. The first floor includes a cozy family room, enclosed porch, living room with a fireplace and built-ins, dining room, and a kitchen that opens to a large back porch. Upstairs features a bedroom at the landing, a walk-in closet, and a second bedroom down the hall. The basement
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Kathleen Oehlberg,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,329
Median Age
37
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,747
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,878
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
% Population in Labor Force
64.7%
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®
34/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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