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Sinnissippi Park

Sinnissippi Park

$203,808 Average Value
$483 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Easygoing residential community with refined amenities in Rockford

With a golf course and botanical garden just north of most residents and easy access to the city center, Sinnissippi Park gives Rockfordians a taste of suburban living within the tapestry of the Forest City. Named after the popular multi-use park on its north side, this neighborhood offers a balance between city convenience and the charms of slower-paced living. Traditional homes in a mix of styles line quiet streets, but residents are only two miles removed from the businesses and entertainment of downtown Rockford.
Residents can spend the whole dat golfing at Sinnissippi Park Golf Course.
Residents can spend the whole dat golfing at Sinnissippi Park Golf Course.
Nicholas Conservatory Gardens offers fun bonding time for families in Sinnissippi Park.
Nicholas Conservatory Gardens offers fun bonding time for families in Sinnissippi Park.
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Traditionally styled homes along traffic circles

Most homes in the neighborhood date back to the first half of the 20th century. Properties with Craftsman, Cape Cod and Colonial Revival design elements are common to the area, and many homes feature brick or wood exteriors and ornamental columns. Homes with Tudor and Spanish-influenced architecture are rare finds in the area. While cul-de-sac streets are nowhere to be found, wide traffic circles on Princeton Avenue and Oaklawn Avenue lend the surrounding homes a comparable feel. On average, homes stay on the market for about a week before being sold, and home values generally range from $105,000 up to $340,000.
Brick bungalow style homes are popular in Sinnissippi Park.
Brick bungalow style homes are popular in Sinnissippi Park.
Stone tudor style homes with mature tree cover offer shade for Sinnissippi Park homes.
Stone tudor style homes with mature tree cover offer shade for Sinnissippi Park homes.
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A short drive to contemporary dining and everyday shopping

Dining and retail options in the immediate area are limited, but Sinnissippi Park residents aren’t far from several of Rockford’s best eats and shops. Sitting near Rural Street and Guilford Road on the neighborhood’s west side, Lydia’s Café serves breakfast platters and lunch plates in a casual setting with décor from local artists, and Primo’s Pizza keeps it simple with crowd-pleasing pies. Other restaurants nearby are southwest of the neighborhood in downtown Rockford. Abreo offers a rotating menu of refined dinners and wines in an open-air dining room, while Uncle Nick’s is a staple for Greek fast food served from a vintage food stand. Businesses in the neighborhood include Carpenter’s Corner Thrift & More, which offers an assortment of gently used clothes, home décor and other items, and To the Nines, a local favorite for pet grooming services. A Schnucks store is available 2 miles south for groceries, and other general retailers such as Target and Aldi are about 5 miles east of the neighborhood near East State Street.
Lydia's Cafe is loved by all the residents of Sinnissippi Park for great food and service.
Lydia's Cafe is loved by all the residents of Sinnissippi Park for great food and service.
Carpenter's Corner offers gently used resale items that Sinnissippi Park residents love.
Carpenter's Corner offers gently used resale items that Sinnissippi Park residents love.
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Holes-in-one at the Sinnissippi Golf Course

The eponymous Sinnissippi Park is on the neighborhood’s north end. One of Rockford’s key destination parks, it features the Sinnissippi Music Shell amphitheater, a nine-hole golf course and a pickleball area with six courts. Immediately north of the main park, the Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens simulates a tropical setting to nurture varied plant species, butterflies, lorikeets and other wildlife. To the west of the neighborhood, the Ken-Rock Community Center offers recreational programs for kids and adults. Highland Park offers a smaller park environment with a playground.
Sinnissippi Park Golf offers a driving range and club house for residents.
Sinnissippi Park Golf offers a driving range and club house for residents.
Trails paved of stone are found near the river in Sinnissippi Park for walking or biking.
Trails paved of stone are found near the river in Sinnissippi Park for walking or biking.
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Plant swaps and yoga sessions with nature at Nicholas Conservatory

As one of Rockford’s leading destination parks, the eponymous Sinnissippi Park offers a mix of recreational programming. The Sinnissippi Music Shell has hosted the Music in the Park series for more than 50 years, letting guests enjoy local bands while taking in the Stateline’s natural beauty. The Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens hosts guided tours of the facility, outdoor yoga sessions and an annual houseplant swap event. Sinnissippi Golf Course hosts adult and youth tournaments and beginner-friendly game specials from the springtime to early fall.
Sinnissippi Park is a large park with many amenities like outdoor pickleball courts.
Sinnissippi Park is a large park with many amenities like outdoor pickleball courts.
Bikers near the conservatory gardens enjoy the sunny day in Sinnissippi Park.
Bikers near the conservatory gardens enjoy the sunny day in Sinnissippi Park.
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Educational foundations at Rockford Public Schools

Kids in the Sinnissippi Park area are zoned for schools within the Rockford Public Schools 205 district. Students at Bloom Elementary School can participate in before- and after-school programs hosted on campus by the local YMCA of Rock River Valley. The school has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio and earns a C grade on Niche. Lincoln Middle School earns a C-minus grade. Rockford East High School offers more than 45 athletic and extracurricular programs and earns a C-plus grade on Niche.
Bloom Elementary is the nearest for younger kids of the Sinnissippi Park area.
Bloom Elementary is the nearest for younger kids of the Sinnissippi Park area.
Lincoln Middle School is grand with pillars near the Sinnissippi Park area.
Lincoln Middle School is grand with pillars near the Sinnissippi Park area.
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Daily commutes on Rural Street

Sinnissippi Park residents are about 2 miles away from downtown Rockford. Rural Street acts as the area’s primary thoroughfare for east-west travel and connects to state Highway 251/North 2nd Street for trips north to Loves Park and other areas. Mass Transit District bus services are available with stops on Parkview Avenue and Rural Street. The nearest hospital, UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital, is 1 mile south of the neighborhood. Residents are about 88 miles away from Chicago. For residents commuting into the big city, Metra rail services are scheduled to arrive in Rockford in 2027. For travel beyond northern Illinois, Chicago Rockford International Airport is 7 miles south of Sinnissippi Park.
Sinnissippi Park homes near the downtown area are close and offer low yard maintenance.
Sinnissippi Park homes near the downtown area are close and offer low yard maintenance.
Bridges near the water offer Sinnissippi Park residents easy accessible travel.
Bridges near the water offer Sinnissippi Park residents easy accessible travel.
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Important things to know

According to the Flood Factor index, some areas within the Sinnissippi Park area may have flood risks of 2 feet or more during inclement weather. Buyers are advised to check if a home meets current building code and insurance requirements prior to making a purchase.
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Transit

Airport

Chicago/Rockford International

21 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Sinnissippi Park US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Sinnissippi Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$379,000
Median Sale Price
$379,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$379,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
120%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$483

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
125
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1942
Months of Supply
0.00
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,200

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
578
Median Age
42
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$28,432
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,894

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
100%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.2%
% Population in Labor Force
68%

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®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

26 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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