Median Age
50 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
30%
Cherry Valley, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,001
Population
3,039
Renter Mix
18% Rent
Living in this Rockford suburb sure is sweet
Suburban
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Great Location
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Outdoors
Located one hour northwest of Chicago and 20 minutes east of Rockford, Cherry Valley is lush, wooded suburb. Cherry Valley is a nature enthusiast’s dream, featuring natural spaces and community parks. Baumann Park is a local favorite for fishing and strolls with the Kishwaukee River running through the green space. You can also find locals enjoying the outdoors at Valley Orchard where friends and families pick their apples, raspberries, and other crops.
Although Cherry Valley maintains a rural feeling, residents still enjoy major staples of living in the suburbs. A major shopping and dining center is conveniently located near several neighborhoods. The Cherry Valley Mall offers chain restaurants, big-box stores, and national brands while a trampoline park, bowling alley, and waterpark are nearby for family-friendly entertainment. With Rockford a short drive away, residents have even more shopping and dining options along with thriving nightlife spots, museums, and more. With all of this to offer, Cherry Valley will certainly charm nature lovers, families, and anyone looking for the perfect balance of rural and suburban living while renting.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$76,843
Average: $91,419
Education
702
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
1,513
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Cherry Valley has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
18%
Non-Renters
82%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Cherry Valley, IL is $1,001 for one bedroom, and $1,401 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cherry Valley has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,001/month
700 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Cherry Valley, IL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Cherry Valley Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
148 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Espenscheid Memorial Preserve
- Blackhawk Springs Preserve
- Kishwaukee River Preserve
- McKiski Preserve
- Deer Run Preserve
Airports
- Chicago/Rockford International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.