Why Live in Rolling Green
Rolling Green, located southeast of downtown Rockford, has seen growth in recent years, attracting young residents interested in smaller lot sizes and home renovation projects. The neighborhood is a 10-minute drive from downtown Rockford and features a mix of Cape Cod, Minimal Traditional, raised ranch, and ranch-style houses, primarily built between the 1940s and 1960s. Homes are typically priced between $100,000 and $200,000, with sturdier construction appealing to buyers. Rolling Green has a low crime risk, with rates at or below the national average. Local amenities include the 8th Ward Pub, a popular neighborhood spot, and Mexico Clasico, known for its handmade tortillas and tableside guacamole. For shopping, residents have access to Family Dollar, Schnucks, and ALDI within a mile and a half. Harmon Park, centrally located in the neighborhood, offers a playground, half-basketball court, and new features like a lit pathway. 25th Street Park provides additional green space, a baseball diamond, and a shaded playground. Alpine Hills Adventure Park offers year-round activities, including mountain biking, hiking, and winter sports like snowboarding and tubing. While Rolling Green is car-dependent, the Rockford Mass Transit District provides bus services on major roads, and the Chicago/Rockford International Airport is less than 20 minutes away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rolling Green a good place to live?
Rolling Green is a good place to live. Rolling Green is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Rolling Green is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Rolling Green has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.2 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $56,787 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 16.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Rolling Green are home owners, with 42.7% of residents renting and 57.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Rolling Green can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Rolling Green, IL a safe neighborhood?
Rolling Green, 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 Rolling Green?
The median home price in Rolling Green is $149,700. If you put a 20% down payment of $29,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $32K a year to afford the median home price in Rolling Green. The average household income in Rolling Green is $57K.
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Home Trends in Rolling Green, IL
On average, homes in Rolling Green, Rockford sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Rolling Green, Rockford over the last 12 months is $155,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$155,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$155,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$108
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
126
Median List Price
$149,700
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%