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Golf greens meet lake life 12 miles from Rockford
Golf cart or boat? This is the question of the day for Westlake Village residents, who can take to the links or take to the lake at a moment’s notice. The neighborhood, comprised of just over 650 acres and 12 miles from Rockford, offers one or both, often steps from residences’ front doors. “I tell people it’s kind of like being on vacation all year round,” says Milena Cojkic, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Signature and Westlake Village resident. “It’s so nice to drive along the lake and look at all the beautiful houses.”
Lynx Golf Course is a great neighborhood amenity of the Westlake Village area.
Westlake Village residents can enjoy fishing in the lake close to home.
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Boating on Westlake and hitting The Lynx
The Westlake Village Community Center greets those arriving from the entrance on Smith Road and anchors the community with a range of amenities, all kept in shape by the Westlake Village Homeowners Association. These include a heated in-ground community pool, playground, and courts for pickleball, basketball and tennis. It’s a few steps from the community center to the beach on the south end of Westlake, the 82-acre centrepiece of the community. Residents can fish with boats under 10 horsepower and moor at private docks. The local newsletter shares impressive catches and keeps everyone informed about fishing limits and which species are catch-and-release. When residents aren’t biking or walking the lake's paved perimeter trail, they may be in their golf cart headed to Lynx Golf Course at Westlake Village—a daily-fee, privately-owned course with 18 holes built into the hilly, partially wooded terrain. Patrons enjoy drinks, snacks and the occasional food truck on the grounds.
The Golf course is nestled in between the homes of Westlake Village.
Residents enjoy that they can store their boats close to home in Westlake Village.
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Turnkey properties and empty lots in Westlake Village
Residents on the village’s west end look out their back windows at golf course greens, while those to the east see their personal dock on the water. The strategic shape of the reservoir ensures each waterfront home has a lake view, with sections bumping out to surround each cul-de-sac. Many residents built their properties from scratch and there are still opportunities to do so, with dozens of single-family lots along the golf course starting at $15,000 and a handful on the lake reaching up to $45,000. Turnkey single-family options sell quickly once they hit the market, says Cojkic. These include ranch-styles with 3-car garages, along with custom colonial- and modern traditional-style estates with large bay or paladin windows. Prices range from about $230,000 to $300,000 for those on the golf course, and from about 325,000 to $430,000 for waterfront options with room for the motorboat.
Westlake Village homes offer boat docks and larger home lots.
Golfers love that their homes are so close to the Lynx Golf Course in Westlake Village.
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Heading into Pecatonica for school
Most kids in the neighborhood attend classes 5 miles away in Pecatonica, which is home to three namesake institutions. Pecatonica Elementary School scores an A-minus from Niche and teaches prekindergarten through fourth grade. Pecatonica Community Middle School also receives an A-minus. Kids graduate from here to Pecatonica High School—or “Pec,” as locals call it—which scores a B. Pec students also enjoy additional hands-on course options like life science at the Pecatonica River through a partnership with Illinois Department of Natural Resources, as well as blacksmithing.
Pecatonica Elementary School is where Westlake Village residents send their younger children.
Pecatonica High School is the nearest school for Westlake Village older children.
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Grabbing a bite and shopping in Winnebago or Pecatonica
While groceries and restaurant fare require a drive past cornfields and wetlands, Westlake Village residents have a few options within a 5-mile radius. “The essentials are at the Sullivans in the town of Winnebago, and there are also a couple of dollar stores as well so it’s a good start for the smaller stuff,” Cojkic says. While out grabbing their food for the week, locals may stop in this community’s 2 square mile downtown stretch for a scenic walk and a cup or cone at The Scoop, a staple ice cream parlor. In the opposite direction is Pecatonica’s equally small-scale pickings with restaurant standouts like Cimino’s Pizza. Big-box convenience is in Rockford proper at the CherryVale Mall.
Scoop's is a family favorite during the summer months in Westlake Village.
Cimino's Pizza is close to the Scoop's Ice Cream Shop near Westlake Village.
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Getting around from Westlake Village
Like many isolated subdivisions on the outskirts of Rockford, car travel is the name of the game for Westlake Village residents. They drive past acres and cornfields into Winnebago, Pecatonica or Rockford for most essentials or for their daily commute. The smaller cities are each about 5 miles away from the neighborhood, while Rockford is about 12 on U.S. 20. “I head into Rockford often and my husband works in Rockford as well,” Cojkic affirms. “Anytime you need to commute is like a 25-minute drive, there’s usually not too much traffic.” As for longer journeys, Chicago Rockford International Airport is about 12 miles away, giving residents a more convenient option than O’Hare or Midway in Chicagoland.
Westlake Village
Transportation by car in Westlake Village is all by Highway 20; which is very close by.
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Events for the Westlake Village community
Westlake’s homeowners association works to establish a sense of unity through monthly and annual events, from book club to breakfast with the Easter bunny. "Over the summer they do bounce houses and different fun stuff for our community and the kids,” Cojkic says. “And we have food trucks here all the time.” Most activities on the schedule take place at the Community Center’s indoor event space or on the back patio. The facilities hold about 100 people and are available to rent for baby showers, birthday parties and other private affairs. Finally, the Westlake Village Lake Committee meets every so often to discuss environmental issues regarding their beloved water body and create ongoing solutions for natural and man-made concerns.
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Parks in this Area
Westlake Village Community Park
Transit
Airport
Chicago/Rockford International
34 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Westlake Village
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westlake Village, Rockford sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Westlake Village, Rockford over the last 12 months is $303,863, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to your dream retreat in Westlake Village! This nicely maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is nestled in a picturesque lake community, offering both tranquility and recreation. Enjoy a semi open-concept design that seamlessly connects the living room with a cozy fireplace, dining area, and kitchen, perfect for entertaining or family gatherings. The kitchen features modern appliances,
Welcome to your water front dream. This is a wonderful cul-de-sac lake front lot in the community. Non builder restricted! What's your thing? The lake, Tennis, Golf, walking. This community has it. Pecatonica Schools! Build and live in your dream.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,391
Median Age
43
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$117,884
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$137,376
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.2%
College Graduates
28.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.8%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
39''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
23/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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