BACK ON MARKET!! RECENT BUYER DID NOT SUBMIT EARNEST MONTY. Completely updated and full of functional space, this charming 1.5-story home offers a rare combination of character, versatility, and modern improvements. Enjoy the freshly painted exterior before stepping into a bright and inviting screened-in porch that welcomes you into the spacious main living room. Inside, brand-new flooring and updated fixtures create a clean, move-in-ready feel throughout. A formal dining room—an uncommon and desirable feature for this style of home—flows seamlessly into the large updated eat-in kitchen featuring brand-new stainless steel appliances. The entire upper level provides exceptional flexibility for additional living space, creative use, or abundant storage options. The lower level adds even more usability with a finished rec room, perfect for entertaining, hobbies, or a secondary lounge area. Outside, enjoy the convenience of a large detached two-car garage with alley access, and added peace of mind with a home warranty included.
Sold for $135,000
$135,000
1617 Custer Ave, Rockford, IL 61103
2beds
1,709sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$136,800 Zestimate®
$79/sqft
$1,390 Estimated rent
Home value
$136,800
$124,000 - $150,000
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Freshly painted exteriorLarge updated eat-in kitchenFormal dining roomBrand-new flooringBrand-new stainless steel appliancesUpdated fixtures
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Javen Rands 779-207-5256,
Dickerson & Nieman
Bought with:
Laila Rubi, 475217618
Exit Realty Redefined Maurer Group
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202601748
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 123.17
- Dimensions: 10.9 x 11.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 10 x 11.2
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 82.5
- Dimensions: 11 x 7.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 194.75
- Dimensions: 20.5 x 9.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 257.52
- Dimensions: 23.2 x 11.1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- L.L. Finished Space
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,709
- Total interior livable area: 1,709 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,463
- Finished area below ground: 246
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Parcel number: 1114202008
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
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: $79/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $77,952
- Annual tax amount: $2,024
- Date on market: 3/31/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Sold | $135,000+3.8%$79/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202601748 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Pending sale | $130,000$76/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202601748 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000$76/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202601748 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Pending sale | $130,000$76/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202601748 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000$76/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202601748 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2026 | Pending sale | $130,000$76/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202601748 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000+983.3%$76/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Sold | $12,000-76.9%$7/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2000 | Sold | $52,000$30/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,894 +7.8% | $25,984 +13.4% |
| 2023 | $1,756 +6.2% | $22,912 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $1,654 | $20,479 +9.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $18,778 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $1,511 +3.3% | $17,752 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $1,463 +3.1% | $16,920 +6.1% |
| 2018 | $1,419 +3.3% | $15,946 +4.5% |
| 2017 | $1,374 | $15,261 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $1,374 +1.3% | $14,975 |
| 2015 | $1,356 -1.2% | $14,975 -24.9% |
| 2014 | $1,373 -47.9% | $19,944 -33.4% |
| 2009 | $2,633 | $29,938 +2.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $29,317 +2.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $28,580 +4.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $27,284 +5.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $25,857 +13.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $22,841 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $22,103 +2.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $21,535 |
| 1999 | -- | $21,535 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North End Square
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10R K Welsh Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10West Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Guilford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: R K Welsh Elementary
- Middle: West Middle
- High: Fresh View at Page Park
- 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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