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Older homes near the Rock River
On the east banks of the Rock River is the Prairie Hill neighborhood, full of turn-of-the-20th-century houses in various states of repair. The neighborhood is typical of what’s happening in multiple communities around Rockford, especially when older homes are abundant. “Investors find a neighborhood like this very advantageous,” says Julie Holen, a Realtor and managing broker at Dickerson & Nieman Realtors. “It’s gotten to the point that investors are competing with homebuyers in neighborhoods like this.” Prairie Hill residents love the proximity of unique businesses along State Street and the river.
Prairie Hill housing includes a variety of Victorian style homes.
Prairie Hill homes consist of Victorian, two-story bungalows and farmhouses from the 1900s,
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1900s homes in Prairie Hill
Prairie Hill has a mix of renters and homeowners. Most houses are from the 1900s, with Victorian, two-story bungalows and farmhouses being the most common, and some are multi-family units. “Young people are attracted to this neighborhood, and a lot will buy an old house and turn it into an Airbnb,” Holen says. Homes that need renovation are priced between $50,000 and $100,000, while houses spruced up range from $100,000 to $200,000. Most duplexes are divided into two units, with two bedrooms and one bathroom each.
Prairie Hill has an older collection of homes close to downtown Rockford.
Some older homes need work, and the prices range from $50,000 to $100,000.
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State Street businesses
The neighborhood is very walkable, and a house in this neighborhood could be accessed from State Street and the locally-owned shops and restaurants that are located there. Abreo has been open for 15 years and serves upscale food in a hip, transformed old building. Eating at the bar or on the outdoor garden patio is an option. Every Wednesday, the restaurant does its popular Dive Bar night, featuring a special gourmet burger. Wired Café is a quaint coffee shop with limited indoor seating and outdoor options for warmer weather. Occasionally, during the summer, the coffee shop hosts Karaoke Lunch Break in the alley by the store from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’s an event where coffee gives you the courage to sing in front of a crowd of people on lunch break. Spafford Square is a collection of locally owned shops like Weekdays Social Club, a high-end sneaker and clothing store owned by a Rockford businessman and his partner, NBA player and Rockford native Fred Van Vleet. Just off State Street is the Rockford City Market, running from May through September on Friday evenings with live music and vendors selling food and other goods. Schnucks is a grocery store in Rockford Plaza Shopping Center 2 miles east.
Lots of activity takes place in and around Maze Books in Prairie Hill.
Abreo, located on State Street, is a local favorite of Prairie Hill residents.
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Oldest Catholic church in Rockford
Renovations are to be completed in the summer of 2024 after a lightning strike in 2022 heavily damaged the St. James Catholic Church, which has been at the 2nd Street location since 1867. Congregants have been attending Masses at a nearby smaller building. St. James is the oldest Catholic Church in Rockford, beginning in 1853. Trinity Lutheran Church started its congregation in 1895 - the current church building was dedicated in 1900.
Trinity Lutheran’s current structure dates to 1900.
Prairie Hill is located in the heart of Downtown Rockford, right along the Rock River.
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Rockford public schools
Students in Prairie Hill have the option of attending schools in the Rockford Public Schools District 205. Bloom Elementary School has a 16-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a C overall grade on Niche. Eisenhower Middle School gets the same C, and Guilford High School gets a B overall Niche grade. Students at Guilford can take Park Academies & Pathways, allowing them to choose a potential career pathway and take classes starting their sophomore year that provide real-world experiences in that chosen field. All Saints Catholic Academy is close to St. James Catholic Church and is a prekindergarten through eighth-grade private school with a Catholic-focused education.
All Saints Catholic Academy is close to St. James Catholic Church.
Guilford High School is located in Rockford, IL.
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Attractions by the Rock River
The Prairie Street Brewing Company opened in the old Rockford Brewing Company building in 2013. The building dates to the mid-19th century. With this next iteration of the building, the original name had to be changed because another company in Michigan trademarked Rockford Brewing Company. Prairie Street Brewing Company uses solar and geothermal energy in brewing, has a full food menu and is available for weddings and private events. The Riverview Ice House offers ice skating lessons for all ages and instruction on playing hockey for kids as young as 3. There are also public skating sessions available. This is also a stop in the Cheap Trick Fan Trail put on by the City of Rockford. The rock band that was popular in the 1970s and ‘80s is from Rockford, and the trail includes some of the places where they’ve played or enjoyed in the area. The band was the headlining act at a 1977 concert at the Ice House.
Prairie Hill residents can enjoy fishing along the Rock River.
Rockford residents make the best of summer as they pass by along the Rock River.
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Playground revitalization happening at Haight Park
Haight Park will be open during the summer of 2024 while the playground equipment is being refurbished. Students at nearby All Saints Catholic Academy voted for their favorite playground components, and the new equipment should be ready by the time school starts in the fall of 2024. The park is located south of the school and is laid out in a square shape with diagonal walking paths that lead to the middle, where there is a gazebo.
Haight Park is appreciated by children and families of Prairie Hill.
Local children of Prairie Hill utlize the playground at Haight Park.
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The bus leads to downtown Rockford
Public transportation options are plentiful, with Rockford Mass Transit District bus stops on some of the main east-west roads like Jefferson, State and Walnut Streets going across the Rock River into downtown Rockford, to attractions like the Coronado Performing Arts Center, which has concerts, orchestra performances and comedy shows. BMO Center has more concert opportunities and minor league hockey with the Rockford IceHogs, a minor league affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks. The bus also can take customers east on State Street by the UW Health Swedish American Hospital.
Rockford Mass Transit District buses run west into downtown.
A trolley runs right alongside the Rock River Recreation Path for convenient transportation.
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Parks in this Area
Blackhawk Park
Sinnissippi Park
Ingersoll Centennial Park
Davis Park at Founders Landing
Anderson Japanese Gardens
Picnic Area
Trails
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
Beattie Park Playground
Fairgrounds Park
Haight Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago/Rockford International
19 min drive
Prairie Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Prairie Hill, Rockford sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Prairie Hill, Rockford over the last 12 months is $299,000, up 432% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Come check out this 2 single family home investment package with 2710 Hanson. Can be bought together or sold individually or small packages.. Great to add to your portfolio. This property is zoned commercial so either a commercial loan or cash.
North Main Manor: 187 units505 N. Main St.Rockford, IL 61103North Main Manor is located in the downtown area surrounded by Parks and near the scenic Rock River; convenient to Rockford Public Library, churches, banks, and downtown activities. The building has a diverse selection of amenities, including cable service, on-site laundry facilities, private off-street resident parking,
Very spacious two-story duplex with first floor available, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, living room, dining room and kitchen. Parking located behind the building. Conveniently located to downtown Rockford and walking distance to stores, restaurants and Sinnissippi Park. Rent includes water, sewage, garbage and lawn. No Pets
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,224
Median Age
43
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$25,115
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,287
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.2%
College Graduates
17.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
34''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
77/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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