Why Live in Forest Hill-Highland
Forest Hill-Highland in Moline is a charming neighborhood characterized by early 20th-century homes, colorful trees, and landscaped yards. Located just south of downtown Moline, it provides convenient access to Interstate 74 and the Avenue of the Cities, the main roads in the area. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including cottages, bungalows, American Foursquares, and Tudor Revival homes, many of which have been well-maintained or renovated to include modern amenities. Homes typically range from 1,000 to 2,000 square feet, with lot sizes between 5,000 and 8,000 square feet. The area is laid out on an urban street grid with alleyways and unattached, two-car garages. The Avenue of the Cities offers residents access to shops, restaurants, and grocery stores, including Hy-Vee, Jewel-Osco, and Aldi. Local dining options include Quad City Pizza Co. and Harley’s, a popular dive bar. For entertainment, residents can visit Moline’s downtown district or the Vibrant Arena, a riverside sports and entertainment venue. The neighborhood is home to Optimist Park, a small green space with a playground and picnic areas, and is close to Riverside Park and Aquatic Center, which features athletic fields, tennis and pickleball courts, and an outdoor swimming pool. Forest Hill-Highland is about a mile from downtown Moline, 5 miles from Rock Island, and 7 miles from Davenport, with public transit available on Avenue of the Cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forest Hill-Highland a good place to live?
Forest Hill-Highland is a good place to live. Forest Hill-Highland is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Forest Hill-Highland is a suburban neighborhood. Forest Hill-Highland has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.4 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $73,287 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24% of residents. A majority of residents in Forest Hill-Highland are home owners, with 27.8% of residents renting and 72.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Forest Hill-Highland can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Forest Hill-Highland neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Forest Hill-Highland?
The median home price in Forest Hill-Highland is $627,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $125,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,250 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $139K a year to afford the median home price in Forest Hill-Highland. The average household income in Forest Hill-Highland is $73K.
What are the best public schools in Forest Hill-Highland?
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Home Trends in Forest Hill-Highland, IL
On average, homes in Forest Hill-Highland, Moline sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Hill-Highland, Moline over the last 12 months is $449,990, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$449,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$712,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$623,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$353
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median List Price
$627,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
