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Sold for $165,000
  • $165,000

    2511 Whale Ave, Rockford, IL 61109

    3beds
    1,141sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1957
    0.35 Acres Lot
    $204,400 Zestimate®
    $145/sqft
    $1,600 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $204,400

    $194,000 - $215,000

    $1,600/mo

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    What's special

    Quartz countertopsCustom kitchen cabinetsStunning hardwood floors throughoutNew electrical wiringBeautiful kitchen
    Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch w/ three bedrooms, one bath, and a one-car garage. The main floor features stunning hardwood floors throughout, as well as a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room. LED lighting has been installed for a modern touch. Beautiful kitchen with custom kitchen cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a beautiful backsplash. The basement offers a second fireplace, a partially finished area, and ample storage space. The water heater has been recently replaced for added convenience. Outside, you'll find a spacious yard spanning .35 acres. NEW ELECTRICAL WIRING & PLUMBING. This home is ideally located near Sandy Hollow Golf Course, with easy access to US-20/I-90, parks, schools, shopping, and restaurants. Don't miss the opportunity to make this your new home!

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    Listed by:

    Fidel Batres 815-677-8331,

    Keller Williams Realty Signature

    Bought with:

    NON-NWIAR Member

    Northwest Illinois Alliance Of Realtors®

    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202306109MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 148.74
    • Dimensions: 13.4 x 11.1
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 119.48
    • Dimensions: 11.6 x 10.3
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 90.99
    • Dimensions: 10.11 x 9
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 49.49
    • Dimensions: 8.1 x 6.11
    Family room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 430.26
    • Dimensions: 30.3 x 14.2
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 132.16
    • Dimensions: 11.2 x 11.8
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 275.4
    • Dimensions: 17 x 16.2
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Basement: Full,Full Exposure
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fire-Pit/Fireplace
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,141
    • Total interior livable area: 1,141 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,141
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Attached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Lot
    • Size: 0.35 Acres
    • Dimensions: 100 x 150 x 100 x 150
    • Features: Other
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1607105003

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick/Stone
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1957

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: IL
    Location
    • Region: Rockford

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $145/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $121,473
    • Annual tax amount: $3,033
    • Date on market: 10/19/2023
    • Cumulative days on market: 36 days
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/22/2023Sold$165,000+1.2%$145/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202306109 Report a problem
    11/27/2023Pending sale$163,000$143/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11911408 Report a problem
    11/27/2023Contingent$163,000$143/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11911408 Report a problem
    10/19/2023Listed for sale$163,000+425.8%$143/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202306109 Report a problem
    1/20/2016Sold$31,000-22.3%$27/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/29/2015Pending sale$39,900$35/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate #09093816 Report a problem
    11/30/2015Price change$39,900-14.2%$35/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate #09093816 Report a problem
    10/7/2015Price change$46,500-5%$41/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate #09057874 Report a problem
    8/19/2015Price change$48,950-5%$43/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate #08967394 Report a problem
    6/26/2015Price change$51,500-4.5%$45/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate #201407376 Report a problem
    5/22/2015Price change$53,900-3.7%$47/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate #201407376 Report a problem
    4/14/2015Price change$55,995-4.9%$49/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck RE #201407376 Report a problem
    3/6/2015Price change$58,900-4.8%$52/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate #201407376 Report a problem
    1/27/2015Price change$61,900-4.8%$54/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate #201407376 Report a problem
    11/25/2014Listed for sale$65,000-27.7%$57/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck RE #201407376 Report a problem
    5/3/2013Listing removed$89,900$79/sqft
    Source: 5 Points Realtors, Inc. #73595 Report a problem
    11/3/2012Listed for sale$89,900+28.4%$79/sqft
    Source: 5 Points Properties, Inc. #73595 Report a problem
    4/3/2003Sold$70,000$61/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$2,771 -7.5%$40,491 +17.7%
    2023$2,996 -1.2%$34,414 +7.9%
    2022$3,034 $31,881 +5.1%
    2021-- $30,320 +4.4%
    2020$3,081 +1.7%$29,031 +4.9%
    2019$3,028 -1.7%$27,669 +4.4%
    2018$3,080 +99.1%$26,514 +3%
    2017$1,546 $25,732 +2.2%
    2016$1,546 +0.7%$25,188 +1.9%
    2015$1,536 -49.6%$24,725 -4.1%
    2014$3,050 -12.3%$25,770 -27.6%
    2009$3,479 $35,578 +3.4%
    2007-- $34,405 +8.9%
    2006-- $31,581 +3.7%
    2005-- $30,463 +4.7%
    2004-- $29,085 +9.2%
    2003-- $26,643 +3.7%
    2001-- $25,686 +1.4%
    2000-- $25,324
    1999-- $25,324
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 61109

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Swan Hillman Elementary
    • Middle: Bernard W Flinn 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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