Why Live in Prospect Park
Prospect Park in Moline features a diverse array of home styles, including bungalows, cottages, and Cape Cods from the early-to-mid-1900s, as well as larger American Foursquares, Colonial Revivals, and Tudor-style homes. More upscale houses built in the 1990s and early 2000s are situated on expansive 2.5-acre lots. The neighborhood's namesake, Prospect Park, established in 1889, offers rolling hills, paved trails, a trout-stocked pond, and a historic Victorian-style dance pavilion. It also includes a playground, basketball court, and the city's only disc golf course. Nearby, the Quad City Music Guild provides community theater performances. Harold’s Landing Park, along the Rock River, features a gazebo, boat launch, and green space. Shopping is convenient with SouthPark Mall and several shopping centers along John Deere Road, hosting a variety of retailers and dining options like Miss Mamie’s and Flip’s Pancake House. For nightlife, Len Brown’s North Shore Inn & Marina offers live music and a riverside patio. Public transportation is available via Quad Cities MetroLink, and Interstate 74 provides access to downtown Moline and the Quad Cities International Airport. Moline High School, highly rated and known for its athletic achievements, serves the area along with Hamilton Elementary and John Deere Middle School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prospect Park a good place to live?
Prospect Park is a good place to live. Prospect Park is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Prospect Park is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Prospect Park has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.4 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $84,484 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 32.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Prospect Park are home owners, with 27% of residents renting and 73% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Prospect Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Prospect Park neighborhood guide.
Is Prospect Park, IL a safe neighborhood?
Prospect Park, IL is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Prospect Park?
The median home price in Prospect Park is $557,871. If you put a 20% down payment of $111,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,890 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $124K a year to afford the median home price in Prospect Park. The average household income in Prospect Park is $84K.
What are the best public schools in Prospect Park?
The best public schools that serve Prospect Park are:
What are the best private schools in Prospect Park?
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Home Trends in Prospect Park, IL
On average, homes in Prospect Park, Moline sell after 155 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Prospect Park, Moline over the last 12 months is $473,990, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$473,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$473,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$269,715
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$729,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,700,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$423
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
81
Median List Price
$557,871
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
