Jacoby Heights Home for Sale

Jacoby Heights in Rockford is a small, residential neighborhood nestled between Sinnissippi Park and Golf Course and the Anderson Japanese Gardens, with the Rock River flowing to the west. The area features spacious homes on large lots, ranging from a third of an acre to 2 acres, with styles including Colonial Revival, Georgian Colonials, Tudor, and mid-20th-century ranch-style houses. Notable resident Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick once lived here. The neighborhood is safer than the national average. Keith County Day School, a highly rated private school, is within walking distance, while public school options include Bloom Elementary, Eisenhower Middle School, and Guilford High School. Local attractions include the Sinnissippi Park Music Shell, the Festival of Lights, and the Rock River Recreation Path. Dining options nearby include Fresco at the Gardens and The Norwegian, which offers live music on select evenings. Grocery stores such as Gray's Food Store and Schnucks are about three miles away. Public transportation is accessible via Rockford Mass Transit District stops on Parkview Avenue, leading to downtown Rockford, which is about three miles south and offers additional entertainment options like the Coronado Performing Arts Center and the BMO Center. For travel, Chicago Rockford International Airport is a 23-minute drive, and O’Hare International Airport is about 70 miles away.