Riverside Commons
Live. Linger. Innovate.

ALL  IN  ONE  PLACE

Imagine a place where culture, commerce, and recreation meet to create a vibrant community for residents and visitors alike.

Riverside Commons is the City of Loves Park’s vision for a growing commercial corridor along Riverside Boulevard and I-90. The City understands that a thriving community requires innovative approaches to business development, housing, entertainment, and mobility. The vision for Riverside Commons was crafted alongside local community members and stakeholders to ensure that any development of this corridor aligns with a shared vision for the future.

At Riverside Commons residents and visitors will be able to take advantage of a wide array of amenities and housing options, all within easy access of one another.

This will be achieved by promoting development that creatively mixes retail, housing, entertainment, and work opportunities. From pop-up shipping container markets to vibrant commercial plazas, Riverside Commons will offer unparalleled amenities right at residents’ fingertips.

Riverside Commons Box Market in Loves Park, IL

STAY CONNECTED

Healthy communities rely on connection.

That’s why the City of Loves Park is committed to making sure that new development at Riverside Commons enhances accessibility and walkability for residents and visitors. By investing in infrastructure for all kinds of mobility in the district, residents and visitors will be able to better connect with the people and places around them.

girls kayaking at Rock Cut State Park

A RECREATION DESTINATION

Rock Cut State Park, Olson Park, Mercyhealth Sportscore Two, and Spring Creek

All of these incredible outdoor amenities are right at your fingertips at Riverside Commons. The City is actively planning the restoration of the long-drained Spring Creek, which will be become a central attraction for hikers, bikers, and those looking to enjoy the natural landscapes of the Rockford region. In addition to restoration, the City is working towards improving infrastructure to connect all of these areas via shared trails and improved roadways.