Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds3,100 sqft$108/sqft
53 Taft Dr, Rochester, IL 62563
Single FamilyProperty Type
10,800 sq ftLot Size
1997Year Built
$108/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Beautifully remodeled open-concept ranch in Rochester. Quietly located in The Meadows; a one way in - one way out subdivision, this one will blow you away. Gary Bryan white shaker kitchen with island storage. Bamboo flooring throughout the main living space, shiplap accents, white colonial, trim and updated fixtures present a timeless feel. Basement finished in 2020 and is complete with potential 4th bedroom with walk-in closet, rec room, bar with loads of cabinet storage, 1/2 bath and loads of storage....Beautifully remodeled open-concept ranch in Rochester. Quietly located in The Meadows; a one way in - one way out subdivision, this one will blow you away. Gary Bryan white shaker kitchen with island storage. Bamboo flooring throughout the main living space, shiplap accents, white colonial, trim and updated fixtures present a timeless feel. Basement finished in 2020 and is complete with potential 4th bedroom with walk-in closet, rec room, bar with loads of cabinet storage, 1/2 bath and loads of storage. A/C - 2019, Furnace -2009
  • Listed by: Kathy Garst 217.306.6063 kathy@kathygarst.com • The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Listing closed: 08/19/2022 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS ALLIANCE, MLS#: CA1016392

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$290,000

Avg days on market

4

Sale-to-list ratio

98.1%

Rochester, IL

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Location

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Property Information for 53 Taft Drive

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,531 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Subdivision Name: The Meadows
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Lot Size: 0.25 AC / 10,800 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Rochester
  • County Or Parish: Sangamon
  • Directions: SE on Il-29 toward Hilltop Rd. Left onto Taft Dr. Home on Left.
  • Latitude: 39.758271
  • Longitude: -89.547054
  • MLSArea Minor: Buckhart, New City, Rochester
  • Postal Code: 62563
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 23-09.0-378-002
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,531
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 43 THE MEADOWS PLAT 2 80 X 135
  • Tax Year: 2021
School Information
  • High School: Rochester District #3A
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, On Street
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1800.0
  • Living Area: 3100.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 80x135
  • 100 Year Plain: Unknown
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Other
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1997
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard, Patio, Shed(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Concrete, Poured
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Gas Log, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Gas Water Heater, Central, Whole House Fan
  • Interior Features: Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Garage Door Opener(s), Jetted Tub, Radon Mitigation System, Solid Surface Counter, Window Treatments
  • Operating Recording Device: Audio & Video
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 2
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1800.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 1300.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 11
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 12
  • Room Description: ***
  • Room Type: Additional Room
Room 13
  • Room Description: ***
  • Room Type: Additional Room 2
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 53 Taft Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 19, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1496752564

$335,000

+17.1% / yr

Aug 19, 2022

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1016392

$335,000
Jul 25, 2022

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1016392

$335,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/19/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1496752564

$335,000

+17.1% / yr

08/19/2022

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1016392

$335,000
07/25/2022

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1016392

$335,000

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

Public Records for 53 Taft Drive

Taxable ValueLand$15,066Additions$66,085Total$81,151
Tax Record2025$5,650 ($471 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size10,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountySANGAMONAPN23-09.0-378-002

Schools near 53 Taft Drive

This home is within Rochester Community Unit School District 3a.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 3
Public - 4 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Rochester Elementary Ec-1 School
PublicPK to 1

Rochester Elementary 2-3
Public2 to 3

Rochester Intermediate School
Public4 to 6

Rochester Jr High School
Public7 to 8

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

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This home: 53 Taft Drive, Rochester, IL 62563
$335,000
3
3,100
10,800
10,800
11,475
$193,000
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