Murphy Lofts

2207-2209 7th Avenue, Rock Island
4 Owner Occupied 
$635,000 Investment
Murphy Lofts is a rare local landmark that was redeveloped to create four unique and spacious condominiums. 

This project is located in the historic Broadway neighborhood district and rests near a prime gateway to Rock Island’s downtown arts and entertainment district. 

When a for-profit developer was unable to complete the construction, the building and property were acquired by GROWTH through a reduced purchase price.

GROWTH secured funding through Wells Fargo, completed the renovation, and subsequently sold all of the units.

Above:  Rendering of forthcoming exterior renovations. 

Below: Although appearing to be one single entity, the buildings that make up the Star Block are three separate structures owned between GROWTH and DARI. 

Below Left: A Rock Island landmark, the Star Block's three-dimensional star in the peak and the painted word “BLOCK” are original to the building. Many historical features will be preserved in the Star Block development. Post-card of the Star Block buildings along 2nd Avenue, early 1900’s.
100 19th Street, STE 109
Rock Island, IL 61201
309-794-6711
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Economic Growth Corporation and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Providers.

Fair Housing/ Equal Opportunity Statements:
We are pledged to the letter and spirit of U.S. Policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the nation. ​​In accordance with federal law and the U.S. Department of the Treasury policy, Central States Development Partners, Inc. is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.  

Conflict of Interest Statement:
Economic Growth Corporation and its affiliates (collectively, GROWTH) require staff and members of the Board of Directors to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations pertaining to GROWTH’s activities, to conduct themselves ethically and with integrity; and to avoid any conflict between their own interests and the interests of GROWTH.