Small, starter homes, leafy lawns and proximity to local schools and shopping are what residents can expect in Molette. This suburban-style subdivision offers homes built in the 1940s that originally sold for $5,000 each. Prices have gone up quite a bit since then, but it still offers an affordable option compared to surrounding neighborhoods, with homes typically selling for below the city’s median. “I’ve never seen a house in Molette sell for more than $125,000. It’s great for first-time homebuyers,” says Realtor Kathy Meyer, who grew up in Moline and has worked as a realtor there for over a decade.
Starter homes at a decent price
The neighborhood's streets are lined with rectangular, grassy lawns and mature trees that bloom brightly in the spring and summer months. Floorplans are on the smaller side, usually around 1,000 square feet, while nearby residential streets offer larger homes with 1,500 and 2,000-square-foot designs. “A lot of these homes have been renovated and updated. Those that haven't usually sell at a lower price point,” Meyer says. Ranch-style homes, split-levels and brick cottages can all be found in this area with yard sizes that vary from around 5,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet. Residents will have plenty of room for landscaping and gardening. Homes in the Molette subdivision range from around $85,000 to around $115,000 because of their small size, while larger homes on nearby streets outside the subdivision list for between $100,000 and $215,000.
Locals can take a walk down the tree-lined streets of Molette.
Ranch-style dwellings are common in Molette.
Molette homes generally come with detached garages.
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Riverside Park is close to home
Molette is less than a mile from the city’s popular Riverside Park and Aquatic Center, where locals can take advantage of athletic fields, play areas and tennis and pickleball courts. It also has an outdoor swimming pool where locals cool off during the hot summer months. For indoor activities, Two Rivers YMCA is about a mile east of the neighborhood. There, residents and their families will find plenty of programs to check out, from swim lessons and group exercise classes to youth and adult sports.
Walking distance to Moline High
Young students can attend either Roosevelt Elementary School or George Washington Elementary School depending on what side of the neighborhood residents live in. Both schools hold C-plus ratings from Niche, an online school review site. Upperclassmen attend Woodrow Wilson Middle School, which holds a B-minus rating, and Moline High School, which holds a B-plus rating. Moline High School offers plenty of options for aspiring artists and musicians, including a wide array of bands, ensembles and choirs. The school opened the Bartlett Performing Arts Center to the public in 2019, a state-of-the-art theater with 800 seats. “One of the great things about Molette is that it’s walking distance from an elementary school, middle school and the city’s only high school,” Meyer says.
Molette children may attend Washington Elementary School, where over 300 students learn.
Students in Molette can attend Woodrow Wilson Middle School.
Moline High School is ranked as the best public high school in the county by Niche.
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Shopping on the Avenue of the Cities
The Avenue of the Cities, one of the city’s main commercial corridors, borders the southern edge of the neighborhood. Residents will have quick, convenient access to grocery stores like Hy-Vee and Aldi, and pharmacies like Walgreens. There’s also a Starbucks and a Dunkin’ in the neighborhood for those looking for a morning jolt, or a sweet treat. For lunch or dinner, Uncle Pete’s is a local favorite for its Greek-style gyros, while fresh-baked pizza can be found just up the road at Papa Murphy’s. Audiophiles can also browse the stacks at Co-Op Records, a local music shop with classic rock records, sound systems and posters. Moline’s cozy downtown district is a short drive away. It's got a lively strip with boutique shops and restaurants and a riverside arena that’s popular for sports and entertainment.
The Avenue of the Cities is lined with shopping and dining establishments.
People craving gyro head to Uncle Pete's, which is in Molette.
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Molette is just minutes from Downtown Moline.
Getting around Moline
The neighborhood's location near Interstate 74 makes it a great place for those who need to commute. From the Avenue of the Cities, it’s only a mile to the nearest highway on-ramp. From there’s it’s about 3 miles to downtown Moline and about 7 miles to Davenport. The neighborhood is also served by several bus routes for those who prefer public transit.
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Parks in this Area
Kiwanis Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Ben Butterworth Playground
Browning Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Walking Paths
Butterworth Dog Park
Optimist Park
Transit
Airport
Quad Cities International
11 min drive
Bus
37 St Ct & 12 Ave
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36 St & Ave Cities Shelter
Bus
King Plaza Shelter
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41 St & Ave Cities Shelter
Bus
41 St & 16 Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Molette
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Molette, Moline sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Molette, Moline over the last 12 months is $177,688, up 21% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$178,500
Median Single Family Price
$178,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$118
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$178,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
250
Median Year Built
1952
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,876
On par with the national average
1,935
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
1,020
Median Age
41
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,514
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,857
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
27.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
23''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
54/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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