Why Live in Bello Reserve
Bello Reserve is a Rockford neighborhood that stands out with its unique Tuscan-inspired entryway on Guilford Road, a rare feature in this area. The small, four-street neighborhood offers a mix of New Traditional-style duplexes and custom homes, from smaller ranch-style builds to sprawling estates. With a forest preserve bordering the neighborhood to the east and a business park sitting to the west, the area has a secluded feel while remaining connected to commercial areas and conveniences. The Midway Village Museum, a popular local attraction that offers interactive historical exhibits and events, is also close by. Opportunities for outdoor activities are plentiful, with a bike path starting at Keeling Trailhead Park, winding through the Guilford County Forest Preserve and connecting to the Midway Village Museum Loop. Dining options are diverse, with high-end restaurants like Franchesco’s Ristorante and Salt along Spring Creek Road, and retailers like Target and Home Depot nearby on East State Street. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, contributing to its appeal. Students attend Brookview Elementary, Eisenhower Middle School and Guilford High School, and Rockford Lutheran School is among the nearby private options. Bello Reserve is conveniently located 4 miles from Interstate 90, 2.5 miles from Rockford University and 1.5 miles from OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. Chicago Rockford International Airport is about 12 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bello Reserve a good place to live?
Bello Reserve is a good place to live. Bello Reserve is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Bello Reserve is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Bello Reserve has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.9 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $106,742 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 43.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Bello Reserve are renters, with 54.5% of residents renting and 45.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bello Reserve can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bello Reserve neighborhood guide.
Is Bello Reserve, IL a safe neighborhood?
Bello Reserve, IL is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bello Reserve?
The median home price in Bello Reserve is $575,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $115,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $123K a year to afford the median home price in Bello Reserve. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Bello Reserve is $107K.
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Home Trends in Bello Reserve, IL
On average, homes in Bello Reserve, Rockford sell after 90 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Bello Reserve, Rockford over the last 12 months is $575,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$575,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$575,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$143
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$575,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%