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Sala Flats, 1829 4th Avenue
Sala Flats is just completing construction with a total cost estimated
at $4.8 million. Built in 1903 and known for decades as one of Rock
Island’s finest apartment buildings, Sala Flats was home to
many of the city’s most prominent business owners. Original
woodwork, fireplaces, and oriel windows combine with contemporary
lighting, appliances, and conveniences to create stylish living spaces
for unique lifestyles. Floor plans range from a cozy 369 square foot
studio to a spacious 1,600 square foot three-bedroom apartment. Rents
in this mixed income development will range from $240 to $620 per
month. For more information on this rehabilitation project
call 309-708-3611. |
Pictured is Mrs. Loftus admiring the historic fireplace |
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Circa ‘21 Apartments, 1816-1818 3rd
Avenue
Dennis and Carolyn Hitchcock created four apartments above Comedy
Sportz at 1816-1818 Third Avenue by investing $175,000 of private
funds. The City of Rock Island committed $70,000 in TIF funds towards
the project, which created 3 two-bedroom and 1 one-bedroom apartments.
Improvements to the property included plumbing, electrical, HVAC,
windows, floor coverings, painting, code and life-safety requirements,
stairways, new interior walls, and other finish work. Monthly rent
is $675 for the 2-bedroom units and $575 for the 1-bedroom unit, which
includes utilities and one parking permit in the city’s parking
ramp. For more information on this rehabilitation project
contact Dennis Hitchcock at 309-786-2667. |
3) Stecker Loft, 325 18th Street under construction
This is the future home of Bob Stecker, owner of Minuteman Press (located
on the first floor). This 4,500 square foot space has just been cleared
of debris, allowing views of the project before construction begins.
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Batterson Building, 217 18th Street vacant space
This location was formerly an office supply store. The 3,000 square
foot second-floor space has high ceilings and minimal partitions,
which make it a great candidate for loft conversion. For rehabilitation
information contact 309-786-6625. |
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Renaissance Lofts, 136 18th Street, Apt. 306
The Renaissance Building, listed on the National Register of Historic
Places, was originally three structures that have morphed into one
over the years. In 2001, office, retail, and banking uses were replaced
by 24 lofts on the upper floors, while the first floor has been redeveloped
as five retail suites. Units range from one to three-bedrooms, with
large floor plans. Units feature huge windows, high ceilings, and
exposed building elements, including brick columns and beams. Unit
306 features an original vault that is now used as a closet. Twenty-eight
units in the Goldman Lofts were renovated as part of this $6.4 million
mixed income development project. For project information
please call 309-786-2700. |
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Gere-Dismer Architects, 124 Arts Alley
This 6,000 square foot office loft features magnificent views of the
Mississippi River Valley. Check out the remaining box-beams on the
south end of the building; the beams on the north end had failed and
were pulling the wall away from the building 18” before the
rehabilitation project repaired them. For more information
on this project contact Gere-Dismer Architects at 309-786-9910. |
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Bowlby Condominiums, 1623 2nd Avenue
Named in honor of a longtime downtown music store, Bowlby Condominiums
contains two full-floor lofts above T & J’s Euro Café
& Coffee House. The ambiance of Bowlby Condominiums unmatched
in the Quad Cities: luxury living in a historic building. Amenities
include a whirlpool bath and fireplace, custom floor plans, garage
parking, and beautiful views of the Mississippi River. For
more information on this rehabilitation project call 309-788-6311. |
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Clipper Condos, 151 16th Street
On the site of the infamous night club the Yankee Clipper, the Clipper
Condominiums were built. These 9 condominiums were finished in 2004
at a cost of $2 million. Its unusual design still blends with the
adjacent historic buildings. Amenities include a roof top deck with
river views, balconies, stained concrete floors, premium counter tops
and cabinets, exposed duct work, energy-efficient heating and cooling
systems, on-demand hot water, and secure parking. For more
information on this rehabilitation project call 309-788-6311. |
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