Cozy remodeled 2 bed/1 bath ranch in NW Rockford! Welcome home to this charming and thoughtfully updated 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch offering 768 SF of comfortable living space. Located in desirable NW Rockford, this home blends classic charm with modern upgrades throughout. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors in one bedroom and brand new LVP flooring flowing through the rest of the home. Enjoy peace of mind with all new windows and doors, a new roof 2024, newer furnace and A/C 2021, and a new water heater 2021. Additional improvements include attic insulation 2022 for energy efficiency and updated kitchen and bath renovations 2015 featuring a spacious jacuzzi tub perfect for unwinding. Outside, you'll appreciate the aluminum siding, fully fenced yard, and the oversized 2.5 car garage offering ample space for vehicles, tools, or hobbies. Conveniently located with easy access to Auburn street, shopping, and amenities. A wonderful move in ready opportunity
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$98,000
917 Willard Ave, Rockford, IL 61101
2beds
768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$122,800 Zestimate®
$128/sqft
$1,267 Estimated rent
Home value
$122,800
$112,000 - $134,000
$1,267/mo
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brad Marinelli, ABR,e-PRO,PMN,RENE,SFR 815-540-7793,
Dickerson & Nieman Realtors - Rockford
Bought with:
Kim Alden
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12523836
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X4
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 768 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 51.4X146
Details
- Parcel number: 1116305004
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Rockford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $128/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $45,765
- Annual tax amount: $1,445
- Date on market: 11/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8/2026 | Listing removed | $1,250$2/sqft |
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| 12/30/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,250$2/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Sold | $98,000-6.6%$128/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12523836 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2025 | Pending sale | $104,900$137/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202507292 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $104,900+356.1%$137/sqft |
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| 3/14/2008 | Sold | $23,000$30/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,446 +3.5% | $15,255 +13.4% |
| 2023 | $1,397 +1.7% | $13,451 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $1,374 | $12,023 +9.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $11,024 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $568 -3.6% | $10,421 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $590 -6.1% | $9,933 -0.1% |
| 2018 | $628 -3.8% | $9,941 +4.5% |
| 2017 | $653 | $9,514 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $653 -1.8% | $9,336 |
| 2015 | $665 -1.2% | $9,336 -5.4% |
| 2014 | $674 -6.5% | $9,867 -21.1% |
| 2009 | $720 | $12,509 +8% |
| 2007 | -- | $11,581 +5.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $10,932 +4.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $10,436 +5.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $9,890 +23.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $8,028 +3.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $7,769 +1% |
| 2000 | -- | $7,691 |
| 1999 | -- | $7,691 |
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Neighborhood: West Gateway
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10McIntosh ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Kennedy Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Auburn High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 205
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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