Where Timeless Character Meets Modern Luxury Fall in love with the perfect blend of historic soul and contemporary comfort. This stunning 5-bedroom, 2-bath home welcomes you with a classic front porch—the ideal spot for your morning coffee or a quiet afternoon. Inside, you’ll be greeted by beautifully refinished original woodwork that glows with warmth, flowing seamlessly through the formal living and dining rooms. The heart of the home is a spacious, sun-drenched kitchen featuring ample cabinet storage, elegant granite countertops, and durable new flooring. Peace of mind comes standard here, with updated plumbing throughout and two full bathrooms that have been completely reimagined with modern walk-in showers and stylish finishes. With five generous bedrooms, there is room for everyone to grow. Located just minutes from shopping, dining, and schools, this home offers the space you need and the charm you’ve been searching for.
Sold for $168,000
$168,000
1516 S 5th St, Rockford, IL 61104
5beds
2,064sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$169,300 Zestimate®
$81/sqft
$2,326 Estimated rent
Home value
$169,300
$154,000 - $186,000
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Miguel Lobato 815-494-7905,
Gambino Realtors
Bought with:
Felicia Esmond, 475.137307
Dickerson & Nieman
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202601960
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 171
- Dimensions: 19 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling-Wood Decorative, Granite Counters
- Basement: Basement Entrance,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,064
- Total interior livable area: 2,064 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,064
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck-Covered
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Parcel number: 1135203004
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: City/Community
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IL
Location
- Region: Rockford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $81/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $57,723
- Annual tax amount: $1,255
- Price range: $168K - $168K
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Listing removed | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Sold | $168,000-4%$81/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Pending sale | $175,000$85/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $175,000$85/sqft |
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| 2/10/2026 | Pending sale | $175,000$85/sqft |
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| 1/26/2026 | Price change | $175,000-2.8%$85/sqft |
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| 1/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $180,000+168.7%$87/sqft |
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| 12/19/2002 | Sold | $67,000+168%$32/sqft |
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| 3/12/2002 | Sold | $25,000$12/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,255 -5.7% | $19,241 +2.3% |
| 2023 | $1,331 +7.7% | $18,814 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $1,236 | $16,816 +9.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $15,419 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $1,103 +1.3% | $14,577 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $1,088 -6.1% | $13,893 +6.1% |
| 2018 | $1,159 -3.8% | $13,094 +4.5% |
| 2017 | $1,205 | $12,531 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $1,205 -1.8% | $12,296 |
| 2015 | $1,227 -1.2% | $12,296 -20.1% |
| 2014 | $1,243 -49.3% | $15,394 -43.8% |
| 2009 | $2,450 | $27,411 +1.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $26,889 +1.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $26,536 +4.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $25,332 -4.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $26,475 +65.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $16,034 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $15,516 +3.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $14,957 |
| 1999 | -- | $14,957 |
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Neighborhood: Midtown
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Constance Lane Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Abraham Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 1/10Jefferson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Constance Lane Elementary School
- Middle: Abraham Lincoln Middle
- High: Jefferson High
- District: Rockford 205
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Winnebago County
- Rockford
- 61104
- Midtown
- 1516 S 5th St
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