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Sold for $230,000
  • $230,000

    1916 Melrose St, Rockford, IL 61103

    3beds
    1,977sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1947
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $231,600 Zestimate®
    $116/sqft
    $2,071 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $231,600

    $211,000 - $255,000

    $2,071/mo

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    What's special

    Gas fireplaceProfessional landscapingNew refrigeratorHardwood floors throughout
    Charming Colonial Style 2 Story with so many extras it is a MUST SEE on your list! Exceptionally large Living Room with Wall to Wall Built-in Book Case & Gas Fireplace new in 2024, Lovely Dining Room right off the Kitchen for easy entertaining, Spacious Kitchen with Gas Stove & Microwave new in 2019 & new Refrigerator in 2023; Upper level has a Large Master Bedrm w Walk-in Closet, 2nd & 3rd Bedrm & Beautifully remodeled upper Main Bath with vinyl water proof flooring, new sink & stool in 2024. Hardwood floors throughout! Enjoy the 3 Season Porch looking out to fenced back yard w 1.5 Car Garage, Concrete Parking Pad & alley access. Lower level has 2 family rooms. Professional landscaping, Detached 1 1/2 Garage with Opener. New; Gas Fireplace 2023, Washer & Dryer 2020, gutters 2021, Roof 2021, Water heater 2025, Garage Dr Opener 2020, All Windows 2020.This Home has so much character you will fall in love with it!! Room Measurements & listing information to be verified by buyers.SOLD AS IS

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    Listed by:

    Donna Shipler 815-378-9426,

    Century 21 Affiliated

    Bought with:

    Jamaiya Szula, 475207949

    Key Realty, Inc

    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202604472MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 239.4
    • Dimensions: 17.1 x 14
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 166.5
    • Dimensions: 15 x 11.1
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 111.1
    • Dimensions: 11 x 10.1
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 166.5
    • Dimensions: 15 x 11.1
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 90
    • Dimensions: 10 x 9
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 320.6
    • Dimensions: 22.9 x 14
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • L.L. Finished Space, Book Cases Built In
    • Windows: Window Treatments
    • Basement: Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,977
    • Total interior livable area: 1,977 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,672
    • Finished area below ground: 305

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1.5
    • Parking features: Detached, Off Alley
    • Garage spaces: 1.5
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch 3 Season
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
    • Features: City/Town
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1113176016

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1947

    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: $116/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $170,697
    • Annual tax amount: $4,052
    • Date on market: 7/21/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 27 days
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/25/2026Sold$230,000+0%$116/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202604472 Report a problem
    8/16/2026Pending sale$229,900$116/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202604472 Report a problem
    7/21/2026Listed for sale$229,900+135.8%$116/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202604472 Report a problem
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    3/14/2019Sold$97,500+167.1%$49/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/27/2016Listing removed$1,050$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    1/28/2016Listed for rent$1,050$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/29/2014Sold$36,500-2.7%$18/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #201400972 Report a problem
    4/1/2014Price change$37,500-9%$19/sqft
    Source: Pioneer Real Estate Services #201400972 Report a problem
    3/4/2014Listed for sale$41,200-57.5%$21/sqft
    Source: Pioneer Real Estate Services #201400972 Report a problem
    10/20/2003Sold$97,000$49/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,052 +6.7%$56,899 +11.4%
    2024$3,796 +2.6%$51,062 +9.5%
    2023$3,699 +5.5%$46,622 +11.9%
    2022$3,504 $41,672 +9.1%
    2021-- $38,210 +5.8%
    2020$3,873 -16%$36,122 +4.9%
    2019$4,612 -0.4%$34,428 +6.1%
    2018$4,630 +0.5%$32,447 +4.5%
    2017$4,607 $31,052 +155.2%
    2016$4,607 +150.7%$12,166
    2015$1,838 +97.5%$12,166 -62.8%
    2014$930 -77.2%$32,681 -21.1%
    2009$4,076 $41,427 +8%
    2007-- $38,352 +4.2%
    2006-- $36,792 +4.8%
    2005-- $35,123 +10.7%
    2004-- $31,717 +13.6%
    2003-- $27,918 +3.3%
    2001-- $27,016 +1%
    2000-- $26,750
    1999-- $26,750
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Edgewater

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: West View Elementary
    • Middle: West Middle
    • High: Guilford 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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