Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,248 sqft$136/sqft
226 Rome Ave, Rockford, IL 61107
Single FamilyProperty Type
4,791 sq ftLot Size
1930Year Built
$136/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Back on market! No fault of sellers. This BEAUTIFULLY updated 1930s home blends character with modern charm. Move in ready! Located in the North Highland Neighborhood close to amenities and the Swedish American Hospital. Step inside to freshly painted walls and refinished original hardwood floors. The newer appliances and remodeled kitchen is ready for holiday meal planning. Basement floor has been sealed and new exterior windows added. Freshly poured concrete front steps and a renovated garage ensure...Back on market! No fault of sellers. This BEAUTIFULLY updated 1930s home blends character with modern charm. Move in ready! Located in the North Highland Neighborhood close to amenities and the Swedish American Hospital. Step inside to freshly painted walls and refinished original hardwood floors. The newer appliances and remodeled kitchen is ready for holiday meal planning. Basement floor has been sealed and new exterior windows added. Freshly poured concrete front steps and a renovated garage ensure you are winter ready. Updated electrical, chandelier ceiling fans, and a wood burning fireplace adds to your comfort and convenience. Schedule your showing today!
  • Listed by: Penelope Rico 815.877.8500 pricosells@gmail.com • Weichert Realtors - Tovar Properties
Listing closed: 12/18/2025 06:00 PM • Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®, MLS#: 202505498

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$172,500

Avg days on market

33

Sale-to-list ratio

96.5%

Rockford, IL

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Location

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Property Information for 226 Rome Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,512 / year
  • MLS Type: House / House
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Garage: 1.0
  • Garage Type/Driveway: Detached, Concrete
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: ROCKFORD
  • State: IL
  • Zip: 61107
  • Address: 226 Rome Ave
  • County: Winnebago County
  • Zip Code: 61107
  • Year Built: 1930
  • School District: Rockford 205
  • Elementary School 1: C Henry Bloom Elementary
  • Middle School: Abraham Lincoln Middle
  • High School: Rockford East High
Taxes and HOA
  • HOA Fee: $0
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Acreage: 0.11
  • Property Type: City/Town
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 0
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1248
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 1248
Property and Assessments
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Type: House
Utilities
  • Water: City/Community
  • Sewer: City/Community
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • General Features: Fire-Pit/Fireplace, Laundry Basement
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Stove/Range Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Baths: 1
  • Half Baths: 1
  • # Full Baths Upper Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Main Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Main Lvl: 1
  • # Full Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • Total Baths: 1.5
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Appl Stay/Incl: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Room Information
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 11.3
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 13.11
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 11.4
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 9.2
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Dining Room Length: 11.8
  • Dining Room Width: 11.1
  • Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room
  • Family Room: No
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 9.3
  • Kitchen Width: 11.7
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room Length: 27.4
  • Living Room Width: 8
  • Living Room Level: Main
Recreation Room
  • Rec Room: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No

Property History for 226 Rome Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 19, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924042771

$170,000

+216.2% / yr

Dec 18, 2025

Sold

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505498

$170,000
Nov 23, 2025

Pending

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505498

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/19/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924042771

$170,000

+216.2% / yr

12/18/2025

Sold

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505498

$170,000
11/23/2025

Pending

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505498

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 226 Rome Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,327Additions$36,472Total$41,799
Tax Record2025$2,719 ($227 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,248 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,248 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,792 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated1930ZoningR1CountyWINNEBAGOAPN1124481018

Schools near 226 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 226 Rome Avenue, Rockford, IL 61107
$170,000
3
1,248
4,791
$110,000
4
1
1,248
4,792
$118,000
3
7,840
3
1
1,316
5,227
$216,000
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