Why Live in Forest Hills View
Forest Hills View, located in Rockford near the border with Loves Park, offers a blend of natural beauty and suburban convenience. The neighborhood is known for its towering maples and oaks, particularly around the Forest Hills Country Club, which features a golf course, tennis courts, and a private pool. The club is a member of the National Audubon Society for Golf Courses, emphasizing its commitment to preserving the natural landscape. Nearby, Gambino Park provides soccer fields and open grassy areas for outdoor activities. Forest Hills View is primarily residential, with traditional-style homes, split-levels, and ranch-style houses, many of which back up to clusters of trees. Sidewalks connect homes along main roads, while side streets and cul-de-sacs lack sidewalks but offer close proximity to the road.
The neighborhood is served by Carlson Elementary School, Eisenhower Middle School, and Guilford High School, with Rockford Lutheran School being a highly rated private option nearby. Residents have access to a variety of attractions, including the renowned Anderson Japanese Gardens, located 3 miles away, which hosts events like the Tuesday Evening in the Gardens music series. For shopping, the intersection of Riverside Road and Alpine Boulevard offers big-box stores like ALDI and Walmart Supercenter, while local dining options can be found along North Second Street, including the Hope and Anchor English Pub and Dairy Depot. Commuting is facilitated by the proximity to Interstate 90 and the Chicago Rockford International Airport, 9 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forest Hills View a good place to live?
Forest Hills View is a good place to live. Forest Hills View is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Forest Hills View has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.3 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $89,869 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 35.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Forest Hills View are home owners, with 33% of residents renting and 67% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Forest Hills View can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Forest Hills View neighborhood guide.
Is Forest Hills View, IL a safe neighborhood?
Forest Hills View, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Forest Hills View?
The median home price in Forest Hills View is $444,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $89,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $99K a year to afford the median home price in Forest Hills View. The average household income in Forest Hills View is $90K.
What are the best public schools in Forest Hills View?
The best public schools that serve Forest Hills View are:
- Guilford High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Harlem High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
- Harlem Middle School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 3.3.
What are the best private schools in Forest Hills View?
The best private schools that serve Forest Hills View are:
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Home Trends in Forest Hills View, IL
On average, homes in Forest Hills View, Rockford sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Hills View, Rockford over the last 12 months is $334,706.
Median Sale Price
$334,706
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,996
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$589,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$275
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median List Price
$444,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%