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A relaxing suburb nestled between parks and the Rock River
Along the banks of the Rock River, Brown Hills-Knightville backs some of Rockfords most popular parks. Sinnissippi Park draws visitors from across the city, but Brown Hills-Knightville residents can walk to this recreational area from their homes, increasing access to the park and the city events hosted there. The community’s location along the Rock River means that residents are also close to downtown Rockford’s restaurants and shops. Despite all the action surrounding Brown Hills-Knightville, the community itself maintains a quiet suburban feel where residents can set down roots in Rockford.
Brown Hills-Knightville runs along the banks of the Rock River.
Homes in Brown Hills-Knightville typically sell between $100,000 and $300,000.
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Sinnissippi' Park's golf course and English gardens
Sinnissippi Park sits all along the eastern side of Brown Hills-Knightville, where residents can come to play pickleball or kids can run around the playground. Golfers can practice their swing at Sinnissippi’s 9-hole golf course. Sinnissippi Gardens are modeled after English gardens, with neat flowerbeds overlooking the Rock River that people can take a stroll through. Also along the river, Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens have botanical gardens in the greenhouse sitting along a lake with a fountain in the center. Many people come to the lake to watch the swans and ducks glide over the water, as well as take in the flora. A bit to the north, Anderson Japanese Gardens have creeks and ponds running through the gardens.
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens is a beautiful 11,000 sq. ft greenhouse.
A worker tends to the sunflowers at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens.
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Spacious properties in Brown Hills-Knightville
Brown Hills-Knightville’s ranch- and National-style homes are often obscured trees planted in front yards. The leaves also shade the sidewalks, which run along both sides of the street throughout the hilly neighborhood. Homes here typically sell between $100,000 and $300,000. Brown Hills is a section of the community where the yards extend directly to the curb, without sidewalks impeding them. The homes are often bigger Colonial and Tudor Revivals on properties scattered with trees and professional landscaping adding more character and charm to each yard. Brick and stone pathways lead people from the street or driveways to the front entryways. Homes on this side of the neighborhood can sell between $350,000 and $625,000. Throughout the Brown Hills-Knightville community, residents can enjoy between a quarter acre and 0.75 acres.
Some homes in Brown Hills-Knightsville are elevated from the street and sidewalk.
There are a few Tudor style homes sprinkled throughout Brown Hills-Knightsville.
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Rockford's academic achievement scholarship
Students can attend Clifford P. Carlson Elementary School and Eisenhower Middle School, which both receive C rankings from Niche. Guilford High School earns a B from Niche and offers academy programs for subjects like business, health and engineering. Across the river, Boylan Catholic High School receives an A-minus from Niche, available for those interested in private education. While Boylan is a staple in the Rockford community, the city also offers a unique program to public school students. “The Rockford Promise is a program offered by the city of Rockford that offers any student who qualifies academically a free college education,” says broker and Rockford native David Try with Century 21 Affiliated. “For schools like Rockford College and Northern Illinois University.”
Guilford High School is located in Rockford, IL.
Boylan Catholic High School is a private school.
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Driving to downtown Rockford via North 2nd Street
North 2nd Street runs between Brown Hills-Knightville and the Rock River, separating the community from the riverside and connecting residents with downtown Rockford, just 2 miles away. This is the main thoroughfare that will link the community with the rest of Rockford, though noise from traffic might be noticeable from some parts of the neighborhood. UW Health Swedish American Hospital is just 1.5 miles south of the community. For traveling beyond Illinois, Chicago Rockford International Airport is 6 miles from Brown Hills-Knightville.
The community’s location along the Rock River means that residents are also close to downtown.
Walk along Rock River at Sinnissippi Gardens.
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Lunch overlooking the gardens and woodfired pizza
When visiting the Japanese Gardens, many people stop in Fresco at the Gardens for breakfast or lunch, with a menu mainly featuring egg dishes and sandwiches. This restaurant overlooks the gardens with an indoor dining area with large windows or the outdoor deck where visitors can feel more connected with nature. Woodfire Rockford serves woodfired pizzas and offers many unique flavors, like lobster, buffalo chicken and s’mores. Abreo is a more fine-dining destination, serving dishes like roasted black cod and shrimp gnocchi, though many patrons recommend the cheese curds appetizer. The outdoor patio is heated, so people can enjoy the fresh air year-round. Schnucks is the closest grocery store, located about 2 miles away in Rockford Plaza. Gray’s Food Stores is also 3 miles away.
Many people stop by Fresco at the Gardens which overlooks Anderson Japanese Gardens.
Grab an authentic Thai drink at Sisters Thai Cafe near Brown Hills-Knightville.
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Sinnissippi Park's summer concert series and winter holiday lights
During the summer, Sinnissippi Park’s Music Shell hosts free concerts. Because the events get lots of visitors from around the city, people have to arrive early to secure a good spot, and many people bring picnics to eat while enjoying the music. Also in the warmer months, the Friday Night Rockford City Market features over 70 local vendors arranged under a pavilion so visitors can explore the goods under the shade. In the winter, Sinnissippi is aglow for the Festival of Lights, where visitors can drive through the light displays on Thursday to Sunday nights in December.
Brown Hills-Knightville has a suburban charm just a few blocks from downtown Rockford.
Find the swans at Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens.
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Parks in this Area
Blackhawk Park
Walker playground
Sinnissippi Park
Ingersoll Centennial Park
Davis Park at Founders Landing
Anderson Japanese Gardens
Picnic Area
Trails
Rockford Park District
Haskell Park
Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
Transit
Airport
Chicago/Rockford International
20 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Brown Hills-Knightville
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brown Hills-Knightville, Rockford sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Brown Hills-Knightville, Rockford over the last 12 months is $249,640, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Wow! Look at this Stunning Historic property on the hill! Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the desirable Brown's Hills neighborhood. Built in 1900, this historic gem offers over 3,000 square feet of living space, blending old-world charm with modern convenience. Nestled on a picturesque lot with mature oak trees and
Brown Hills Subdivision. Close to the river, bike path, Nicholas Conservatory, downtown, hospitals and transportation. Good size eat in kitchen with updated cabinets. Generous size living room. Some hardwood, newer furnace, central air, 100 amp circuit breakers. House sits in the back of the lot. Rent is $1,200.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
740
Median Age
43
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,194
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,720
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.4%
College Graduates
31.7%
Advanced Degrees
17.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.3%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
34''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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