Step into timeless charm with this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath historic brick home, built in 1947 and packed with character. Spanning 1,530 square feet, this property includes a formal living room for special occasions, a dedicated dining area, and a cozy family room perfect for movie nights or catching up on your favorite book. A unique feature of this home is its Beckwith Elevator—just the thing if stairs aren’t your thing today. The lower level provides a cedar closet, a partially finished space, and the beginnings of an additional bathroom, offering potential for future expansion or storage. The tandem garage includes both driveway and alley access—no more car shuffle every morning. Outdoors, you’ll find a fenced backyard with a small garden area and a fire pit, ideal for cold nights, roasting marshmallows, or simply relaxing under the stars. Located within a short distance of East High School, the Rockford Park District, and local conveniences like bp for your grocery needs, this home offers a central spot close to everyday essentials. Whether you're hosting the holidays or just need room to breathe, the thoughtful layout and vintage character make this a truly comfortable place to call home.
Sold for $138,000
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$138,000
224 N Rockford Ave, Rockford, IL 61107
2beds
1,530sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$146,300 Zestimate®
$90/sqft
$1,912 Estimated rent
Home value
$146,300
$130,000 - $165,000
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Historic brick homePartially finished spaceTandem garageFenced backyardAdditional bathroomFire pitCozy family room
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Listed by:
Andrew Kordash 815-519-1644,
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Crosby Starck Re
Bought with:
Priscilla Sandoval, 475211657
Keller Williams Realty Signature
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202504487
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 200.83
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 13.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 180.88
- Dimensions: 13.6 x 13.3
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 511.82
- Dimensions: 31.4 x 16.3
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 175.35
- Dimensions: 16.7 x 10.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 317.8
- Dimensions: 22.7 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Solid Surface Counters
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Storage
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,530
- Total interior livable area: 1,530 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,530
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Parcel number: 1124482011
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick/Stone, 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: $90/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $138,750
- Annual tax amount: $3,814
- Price range: $138K - $138K
- Date on market: 7/29/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 74 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2026 | Sold | $138,000$90/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Pending sale | $138,000$90/sqft |
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| 12/3/2025 | Price change | $138,000-9.2%$90/sqft |
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| 11/24/2025 | Pending sale | $152,000$99/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Price change | $152,000-4.4%$99/sqft |
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| 9/24/2025 | Pending sale | $159,000$104/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $159,000$104/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Pending sale | $159,000$104/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Price change | $159,000-4.2%$104/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $166,000+84.4%$108/sqft |
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| 2/24/2022 | Sold | $90,000-9.9%$59/sqft |
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| 1/3/2022 | Pending sale | $99,900$65/sqft |
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| 11/29/2021 | Listed for sale | $99,900$65/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,814 +5.6% | $46,250 +13.4% |
| 2023 | $3,612 +3.8% | $40,782 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $3,479 | $36,452 +9.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $33,423 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $3,291 +1.9% | $31,596 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $3,230 +1.2% | $30,114 +6.1% |
| 2018 | $3,193 +1.7% | $28,379 +4.5% |
| 2017 | $3,139 | $27,160 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $3,139 +0.6% | $26,651 |
| 2015 | $3,120 -1.2% | $26,651 -14.1% |
| 2014 | $3,159 -17.6% | $31,035 -21.1% |
| 2009 | $3,834 | $39,340 +8% |
| 2007 | -- | $36,420 +10.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $32,978 +4.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $31,482 +1.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $31,126 +10.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $28,196 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $27,285 +1% |
| 2000 | -- | $27,015 -5.5% |
| 1999 | -- | $28,578 |
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Neighborhood: North Highland
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10C Henry Bloom Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Abraham Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Rockford East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: C Henry Bloom Elementary
- Middle: Abraham Lincoln Middle
- High: Rockford East 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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