Why Live in Douglas Park
Douglas Park, located in Rock Island’s West End, is a historic neighborhood centered around its namesake ball field. The area features tree-shaded streets lined with historic bungalows, single-story ranches, and Four Square homes, with properties ranging from those needing renovation to turn-key options. The community has recently completed significant renovations to Douglas Park, adding new baseball diamonds, a lighted playground, a concession stand, and a parking lot, enhancing its communal feel. Rauch Family Park on 16th Avenue offers additional recreational features, including a playground, baseball field, picnic area, and a popular sledding hill. Franklin Field provides expansive lawn space for various activities. The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, located just north of the neighborhood, offers after-school programs, a summer day camp, and community events, focusing on education and community-building. The West End Revitalization initiative, driven by grassroots leadership, aims to improve community engagement, personal assets, housing, economic vitality, and infrastructure. Rock Island-Milan School District 41 serves the area, with Frances Willard Elementary, Edison Junior High, and Rock Island High School providing educational opportunities. Dining options include Pee Wees Restaurant, known for its soul food, and Chopsticks House China Chef. The neighborhood is bordered by 11th Street and Illinois Route 92, offering direct access to downtown Rock Island, with public transportation available through Quad Cities Metrolink. Quad Cities International Airport is approximately 9 miles southeast of Douglas Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Douglas Park a good place to live?
Douglas Park is a good place to live. Douglas Park is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Douglas Park is a suburban neighborhood. Douglas Park has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.0 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $42,900 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Douglas Park are renters, with 54.2% of residents renting and 45.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Douglas Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Douglas Park neighborhood guide.
Is Douglas Park, IL a safe neighborhood?
Douglas Park, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Douglas Park?
The median home price in Douglas Park is $57,700. If you put a 20% down payment of $11,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $300 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $13K a year to afford the median home price in Douglas Park. The average household income in Douglas Park is $43K.
What are the best public schools in Douglas Park?
The best public schools that serve Douglas Park are:
What are the best private schools in Douglas Park?
The best private schools that serve Douglas Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Douglas Park?
Yes, home prices in Douglas Park are down 1% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Douglas Park, IL
On average, homes in Douglas Park, Rock Island sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Douglas Park, Rock Island over the last 12 months is $45,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$45,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$52,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$46
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$57,700
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
