221 Rome Ave

3
Baths
2,688 Sq. Ft.
$87 / Sq. Ft.
2,688
Sq. Ft.
$87
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a solid brick 3-unit in a prime Rockford location with strong upside potential. This classic colonial-style property features two 1-bedroom, 1-bath units on the main level, along with a spacious upper unit with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath that can be converted to a 3-bedroom, maximizing future cash flow. The building offers the durability of full-brick construction and includes a full, unfinished city vibe basement, providing ample storage and additional value-add opportunities....Exceptional opportunity to acquire a solid brick 3-unit in a prime Rockford location with strong upside potential. This classic colonial-style property features two 1-bedroom, 1-bath units on the main level, along with a spacious upper unit with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath that can be converted to a 3-bedroom, maximizing future cash flow. The building offers the durability of full-brick construction and includes a full, unfinished city vibe basement, providing ample storage and additional value-add opportunities. Conveniently located near downtown Rockford, Swedish hospitals, shopping, and restaurants. Photos may include virtual staging and AI enhancements. Property is being sold as-is. Portfolio opportunity — can be purchased together with 219 Rome Ave for a total of 5 units.
  1. Listed by Nara Dashravdan • Realty of America, LLC
    C: (815)-329-9997 nara.mnrealtygroup@gmail.com

Property Details for 221 Rome Avenue

Style
2 Story
Total # of Parking Spaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 03/30/2026 04:54 PM

Property Details for 221 Rome Avenue

StatusActive And Available
MLS #202601573
Days on Market14
Taxes$5,387 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti Family / 3 - 4 Units
Year Built1920
Lot Size-
CountyWinnebago County

Location

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Building Information for 221 Rome Avenue

Stories2Residences3Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size-

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Property Information for 221 Rome Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: ROCKFORD
  • State: IL
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Taxes: $5,387
Property
Lot Information
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 0
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2688
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 2688
Property and Assessments
  • Class: MULTIFAMILY
  • Type: 3 - 4 Units
Utilities
  • Water: City
  • Sewer: City
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Separate Utilities: Yes
  • Separate Electric Y/N: Yes
  • Separate Water Y/N: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick/Stone
  • General Features: None
  • Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Interior Features
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: Hot Water/Steam
  • Cooling: None
  • Appl Stay/Incl: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop
  • Basement Y/N: Yes
  • Separate Heat Y/N: No
  • Washer/Dryer CoinOp Y/N: No
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup Y/N: Yes
  • Washer/Dryer Y/N: No
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Insurance/YR: $2,500
  • Maintenance/YR: $500
  • Management/YR: $0
  • Utilities/YR: $1,500
  • Legal/Account/YR: 0
  • Other/YR: 0
  • Potential Annual Income: $37,200
Multi Family Information
  • Number of Floors in Bldg: 2
  • Number of Tenants in Bldg: 0
  • Number of Units: 3
Unit 1
  • Unit 1 Range: Yes
  • Unit 1 Garage Capacity: 0
  • Unit 1 # Beds: 1
  • Unit 1 AC: 0
  • Unit 1 Refrigerator: Yes
  • Unit 1 # Rooms: 4
  • Unit 1 # Baths: 1
  • Unit 1 Heat: yes
  • Unit 1 SqFt: 0
  • Unit 1 Lease/Deposit: 0
  • Unit 1 Rent: 0
Unit 2
  • Unit 2 Range: Yes
  • Unit 2 Garage Capacity: 0
  • Unit 2 # Beds: 1
  • Unit 2 AC: 0
  • Unit 2 Refrigerator: Yes
  • Unit 2 # Rooms: 4
  • Unit 2 # Baths: 1
  • Unit 2 Heat: yes
  • Unit 2 SqFt: 0
  • Unit 2 Lease/Deposit: 0
  • Unit 2 Rent: 0
Unit 3
  • Unit 3 Range: Yes
  • Unit 3 Garage Capacity: 0
  • Unit 3 # Beds: 2
  • Unit 3 AC: 0
  • Unit 3 Refrigerator: Yes
  • Unit 3 # Rooms: 7
  • Unit 3 # Baths: 1
  • Unit 3 Heat: yes
  • Unit 3 SqFt: 0
  • Unit 3 Lease/Deposit: 0
  • Unit 3 Rent: 0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No

Property History for 221 Rome Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12601059

$235,000
Mar 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202601573

$235,000
Dec 31, 2019

Expired

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #201905378

$85,000
Aug 21, 2019

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #201905378

$102,000
Oct 20, 2004

Cancelled

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200453535

$142,900
Aug 24, 2004

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200453535

$142,900
Aug 17, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #147649347

$100,500
Aug 17, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #147649346

$92,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/30/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12601059

$235,000
03/22/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202601573

$235,000
12/31/2019

Expired

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #201905378

$85,000
08/21/2019

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #201905378

$102,000
10/20/2004

Cancelled

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200453535

$142,900
08/24/2004

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200453535

$142,900
08/17/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #147649347

$100,500
08/17/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #147649346

$92,500

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Public Records for 221 Rome Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,092Additions$51,751Total$56,843
Tax Record2024$5,387 ($449 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,688 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,688 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,841 SqFtStyleTriplexYear Built1920ZoningR1CountyWINNEBAGOAPN11-24-482-003

Schools near 221 Rome Avenue

This home is within Rockford School District 205.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
C Henry Bloom Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Abraham Lincoln Middle School
Public6 to 8

Rockford East High School
Public9 to 12

CICS Jackson
CharterK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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221 Rome Avenue is a multi-family home for sale in Rockford, IL 61107. This property was listed for sale on March 23, 2026 by Realty of America, LLC, it's currently listed at $235,000. It has been on the market for a total of 14 days and was last sold on August 17, 2004. This listing's school district is Rockford School District 205. Nearby schools include C Henry Bloom Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Middle School and Rockford East High School. 221 Rome Avenue is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,688 sqft multi-family home built in 1920.

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