quad cities: Davenport, IA: 2710 E. 58th Street 52807 - 12/08/11 08:32 AM
Room to Grow! 2710 E. 58th St. , Davenport, IA 52807 View Map Davenport, Iowa Real Estate for Sale! Fantastic Floor Plan on this Four Bedroom plus Bonus Room to accommodate today's Lifestyles! All Bedrooms have Walk-In Closets! Massive Master Bedroom Suite features Private Bath with Twin-Sink Raised Vanity, Walk-In Shower & Wonderful Whirlpool! Convenient Main Floor Laundry, Fabulous Family Room Features 3-Sided Gas Log Fireplace next to Informal Dining Area with Sliders to 12' x 14' Deck overlooking Wonderful Walk-Out Backyard with Loads of Landscaping and Woods to rear! This Solid Oak Mission Styling Doors will Warm your Hearts while … (0 comments)

quad cities: Isabel Bloom is Blooming all over Davenport, Iowa! - 07/19/09 01:06 PM
The blog post, You Know You're From The Quad Cities When..., was posted back in February and stirred some laughter, some comments, some emotion (good memories), and some questions.  This post is about answering one of the questions.  The question is, why would someone stand in line for over an hour to buy "sculpted concrete"?
So, after some prodding by Mike, I decided to finally write about Davenport, Iowa's Famous Isabel Bloom!

Davenport, Iowa is home to the Isabel Bloom legacy!  Click Here to learn more about the history of Isabel Bloom.  The pieces above are called "Flower Picks".

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quad cities: You Know You're From The Quad Cities When... - 02/18/09 10:47 PM
You Know You're From The Quad Cities When...
You know what the phone number is for "Car Dead Call Fred"!You refer to the Mississippi River as "The River"You have to watch the paper to see which bridge would be best to get across "The River", since they are all are being worked onYou know that Joes, Franks, Shortys, Clints, and Nancy's are not names, but pizza placesYou know that Whitey's is an Ice Cream place, not a racial termYou know that South Park is the name of a mall, not a television showYou know that Daisy Dooks is off of I-80, … (14 comments)

quad cities: Davenport, Iowa: Unsinkable Spirit Day! - 08/08/08 11:00 PM
Unsinkable Spirit Day is coming up August 11, 2008!!!
 Monday, August 11 is Unsinkable Spirit Day in the Quad Cities!  You can support our community and help area residents impacted by the spring and summer floods by contributing to the Unsinkable Spirit Flood Relief Fund, sponsored by the Quad-City Times, United Way of the Quad-Cities Area and the Quad-Cities River Bandits.  

 

Businesses that support this effort will be recognized in a full-page thank you ad in the Quad-City Times. Ways to Help:
 1. Casual Day for Employees - Join us in a community-wide casual dress work day on Aug. 11.  Ask your … (0 comments)

quad cities: Banner Year for Real Estate Company!!! - 01/25/08 12:41 PM
MEL FOSTER CO. CELEBRATES A SUCCESSFUL 2007 BUSINESS YEAR

2007 was a very good year for the Mel Foster Co. Real Estate Division, despite the continuing national headlines, radio and TV talk shows heralding the doom and gloom of the disastrous housing industry.  We've grown to realize that housing is local, and Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois have maintained a positive market for real estate sales.
 
In fact, "revenues were up 1% over those of 2006 - which wasn't the banner year of 2005, but a profitable year nonetheless," President, Bonnie Sparks-Gray reported on Thursday.  Total sales volume for … (10 comments)

quad cities: Military Transferees Heading to the Rock Island Arsenal! - 01/12/08 11:07 AM
First Army is coming to the Rock Island Arsenal and the Quad Cities!
 
Hello, from the Quad-Cities!  The Rock Island Arsenal is a beautiful military base located in the middle of the Mississippi River!  With the Rock Island Arsenal and regional headquarters located here, there are many magnificent government quarters that sit right on the Mississippi river front. 
The Quad-Cities is a beautiful river community that is rich in heritage, culture, and quality of life! It is located approximately halfway between Chicago and Des Moines on I-80 at the Mississippi River. Terrain varies from flat corn fields to heavily wooded ravines and views from … (6 comments)

quad cities: 8201 54th Street Ct., Coal Valley, IL 61240 - SOLD! - 12/23/07 11:14 PM
 
This is an excellent example of Coal Valley, Illinois Real Estate for sale!!!
Ready-To-Go Ranch has newer roof, furnace, central air, water heater, carpeting, ceramic flooring, kitchen, interior and exterior paint, doors, and a TMI Home Warranty all for just $155,000!!! 
The Kitchen has beautiful new cabinetry, counter tops, sink, faucet, back-splash, stainless-steel appliances, and ceramic flooring!!!
The Kitchen also has these beautiful built-in cabinets and breakfast bar area!
All new vinyl windows including this big picture window to enjoy the wonderful wooded wildlife views!
Master Bedroom has three wonderful windows to enjoy the view as well and a private 3/4 bath!
This Fabulous Gas Log Fireplace is … (21 comments)

quad cities: Moline Illinois Lands New Headquarters for QCCVB!!! - 12/15/07 12:37 AM
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quad cities: Davenport, Iowa Real Estate Pricing Rises!!! - 11/27/07 10:53 PM
The Median Real Estate sale price rose over 20% for the Davenport, Iowa/Quad Cities area!
 
In the third quarter of 2006, the median home sales price for the Davenport, Iowa/Quad Cities area was $111,500.  With numbers just in from the third quarter of 2007, the Davenport, Iowa/Quad Cities area recorded a median home sales price of $114,600.  This increase represents a 2.8% increase in the past year in spite of a slow market!  The statistic that is even more spectacular is a whopping 21.8% increase in the past six years!!!  You may read the entire article in the Des Moines Register.
What these numbers indicate … (6 comments)

quad cities: Davenport, Ia Real Estate Close to Northpark Mall! - SOLD!!! - 11/25/07 09:06 PM
If you're looking for Real Estate in Davenport, Iowa that is close and convenient to Northpark Mall
then this is the property for you!  A short walk (four blocks) and you're in their parking lot! 

This Raised Ranch is a splendid example of affordable Real Estate in Davenport, Iowa as well!!!

The convenient kitchen features updated cabinets, sink, faucet, and includes all appliances.

This dining room is perfect for entertaining with access to the deck and back yard!

Large living room is part of the 1,252 finished square feet on the main level!

 The main bath has plenty … (0 comments)

quad cities: 237 Ridgewood Avenue, Davenport, Iowa 52803 - SOLD!!! - 10/26/07 10:50 PM
 
                     The best homes in Davenport, Iowa are in McClellan Heights!!!
                This McClellan Heights Masterpiece built in 1928 is where Dreams begin!!!
 
         With 4 glorious bedrooms, 3 beautiful bathrooms, and over 4,300 square feet finished
                                     this home provides three Luxurious Levels of Living!
              The new Custom-designed Gourmet Kitchen has tons of top-of-the-line cabinetry, 
                     fabulous fixtures, ceramic flooring, and super stainless steel appliances!
                      An Elegant Dining Room in Old World Charm for your finest feasts!
 
         Create your Memories in this bright Fantastic Family Room nestled in the trees!
 
   Magnificent Master Bedroom Suite with plenty of room for your furniture and dressing area!
 
                 Unbelievable New Master Bath that … (158 comments)

quad cities: Quad Cities Battle of the Bands!!! - 10/10/07 12:33 AM
Happy Halloween!
 
This is a FUNdraiser for 
We're calling it the,
There will also be a 
Lots of Fun, lots of Music (Great Bands), lots of Food, and lots of Refreshments!
The event is being held by the
Date: Saturday, October 27, 2007
Time: 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Place: John O'Donnell Stadium, on the riverfront in Davenport, Iowa
Cost: $7.00 in advance or $10.00 at the door
For Advance Tickets:  Call Lucky Lang at (563) 676-9031 or go to our local Hy-Vee stores
 Remember, many hands make light work!  Let's go have some FUN!
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quad cities: Davenport Iowa Real Estate is the Best in the USA!!! - 07/27/07 03:49 AM

Davenport, Iowa has been my home all of my life and I'm proud of her!!!
Having visited all of the states in this great country, Davenport, Iowa is the best!!!
Not only do I think so, but the nation's mayors voted DAVENPORT IOWA MOST LIVABLE CITY IN THE USA !!!
Davenport, Iowa is a part of the Quad Cities, USA.  We have the greatest values in real estate!
We have Homes of Distinction!!!
            
Like this beauty at 6855 Little Cabin Road, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722
and this awesome Villa at 708 Wells Fargo Trail, LeClaire, Iowa 52753! (Now Pending!)
Here are some other properties for sale:
2650 WILKES AVENUE, … (13 comments)

quad cities: DAVENPORT IOWA MOST LIVABLE CITY IN THE USA !!! - 06/25/07 11:48 AM

That's right!  Good o' Davenport, Iowa, heart of the USA, received the distinction from the U.S. Conference of Mayors today in Los Angeles!  Previously, Davenport had made the Forbes Magazine list for Best Places For Business and Careers.
       
The Mississippi River and our attention to it seems to have put us at the top of the list of 19,217 cities under 100,000 population. 
             It's our wonderful restaurants like the Boat House right on the Mississippi River front!

                  It's our beautiful parks and amenities, many of which are on the riverfront!
             It's our beautiful baseball stadium and Swing Baseball team right on our … (4 comments)

quad cities: Quad Cities USA Summer Visitor's Guide! - 06/08/07 06:16 AM
There's always something happening in the Quad Cities!  It is a great place to visit, play, and live! 
The Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau, keeps a great calendar of events for the area.  Our area includes Davenport, Bettendorf, Eldridge, LeClaire, and Blue Grass on the Iowa side and across the Mississippi River in Illinois there is Rock Island, Moline, East Moline, Silvis, and Milan.  Their offices are located at:
Union Station102 S. Harrison Street, Davenport, IA. 52801 The Moline Depot2021 River Drive, Moline, IL. 61265 Mississippi Valley Welcome Center900 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, IA. 52753              Upcoming Events include:
June 8 & 9: Gumbo Ya … (0 comments)

quad cities: Quad Cities USA Summer Visitor's Guide! - 06/08/07 06:12 AM
There's always something happening in the Quad Cities!  It is a great place to visit, play, and live! 
The Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau, keeps a great calendar of events for the area.  Our area includes Davenport, Bettendorf, Eldridge, LeClaire, and Blue Grass on the Iowa side and across the Mississippi River in Illinois there is Rock Island, Moline, East Moline, Silvis, and Milan.  Their offices are located at:
Union Station102 S. Harrison Street, Davenport, IA. 52801 The Moline Depot2021 River Drive, Moline, IL. 61265 Mississippi Valley Welcome Center900 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, IA. 52753              Upcoming Events include:
June 8 & 9: Gumbo Ya … (0 comments)

quad cities: Quad Cities USA Summer Visitor's Guide! - 06/08/07 06:11 AM
There's always something happening in the Quad Cities!  It is a great place to visit, play, and live! 
The Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau, keeps a great calendar of events for the area.  Our area includes Davenport, Bettendorf, Eldridge, LeClaire, and Blue Grass on the Iowa side and across the Mississippi River in Illinois there is Rock Island, Moline, East Moline, Silvis, and Milan.  Their offices are located at:
Union Station102 S. Harrison Street, Davenport, IA. 52801 The Moline Depot2021 River Drive, Moline, IL. 61265 Mississippi Valley Welcome Center900 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, IA. 52753              Upcoming Events include:
June 8 & 9: Gumbo Ya … (0 comments)

quad cities: Quad Cities USA Summer Visitor's Guide! - 06/08/07 06:10 AM
There's always something happening in the Quad Cities!  It is a great place to visit, play, and live! 
The Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau, keeps a great calendar of events for the area.  Our area includes Davenport, Bettendorf, Eldridge, LeClaire, and Blue Grass on the Iowa side and across the Mississippi River in Illinois there is Rock Island, Moline, East Moline, Silvis, and Milan.  Their offices are located at:
Union Station102 S. Harrison Street, Davenport, IA. 52801 The Moline Depot2021 River Drive, Moline, IL. 61265 Mississippi Valley Welcome Center900 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, IA. 52753              Upcoming Events include:
June 8 & 9: Gumbo Ya … (0 comments)

quad cities: Quad Cities USA Summer Visitor's Guide! - 06/08/07 06:08 AM
There's always something happening in the Quad Cities!  It is a great place to visit, play, and live! 
The Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau, keeps a great calendar of events for the area.  Our area includes Davenport, Bettendorf, Eldridge, LeClaire, and Blue Grass on the Iowa side and across the Mississippi River in Illinois there is Rock Island, Moline, East Moline, Silvis, and Milan.  Their offices are located at:
Union Station102 S. Harrison Street, Davenport, IA. 52801 The Moline Depot2021 River Drive, Moline, IL. 61265 Mississippi Valley Welcome Center900 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, IA. 52753              Upcoming Events include:
June 8 & 9: Gumbo Ya … (0 comments)

quad cities: Quad Cities USA Summer Visitor's Guide! - 06/08/07 06:07 AM
There's always something happening in the Quad Cities!  It is a great place to visit, play, and live! 
The Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau, keeps a great calendar of events for the area.  Our area includes Davenport, Bettendorf, Eldridge, LeClaire, and Blue Grass on the Iowa side and across the Mississippi River in Illinois there is Rock Island, Moline, East Moline, Silvis, and Milan.  Their offices are located at:
Union Station102 S. Harrison Street, Davenport, IA. 52801 The Moline Depot2021 River Drive, Moline, IL. 61265 Mississippi Valley Welcome Center900 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, IA. 52753              Upcoming Events include:
June 8 & 9: Gumbo Ya … (0 comments)