Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,710 sqft
608 Rome Ave, Rockford, IL 61107
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.18 acresLot Size
1926Year Built
$109/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Updated and Full of Potential! This spacious 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home features tastefully finished, updated bathrooms and an open kitchen with pass-through overlooking the living room, complete with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, and stove. Recessed lighting and amazing décor throughout create a warm, modern feel. Major updates include a newer furnace and water heater (2021), plus central air for year-round comfort. The home sits on a huge, fenced yard...Updated and Full of Potential! This spacious 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home features tastefully finished, updated bathrooms and an open kitchen with pass-through overlooking the living room, complete with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, and stove. Recessed lighting and amazing décor throughout create a warm, modern feel. Major updates include a newer furnace and water heater (2021), plus central air for year-round comfort. The home sits on a huge, fenced yard and includes a 2 car garage with convenient alley access. A separate rear entrance adds flexibility, and the basement is roughed-in offering additional living potential. Previously used as a two-family, this property could easily be converted back making it a great opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors. Located in a desirable area close to shopping, dining, and other amenities. Please be advised home is under surveillance.
  • Listed by: Jay Dowthard 815.289.7530 jaydowthard74@gmail.com • Gambino Realtors
Listing closed: 07/14/2026 07:00 PM • Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®, MLS#: 202601741

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Property Information for 608 Rome Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,826 / year
  • MLS Type: House / House
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Garage: 2.0
  • Garage Type/Driveway: Detached
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Lot Size: 0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: ROCKFORD
  • State: IL
  • Zip: 61107
  • Geo Quality: 0.95
  • Geo Zoom Level: 16.0
  • Geo Address Line: 608 Rome Ave
  • Geo Primary City: Rockford
  • Geo Subdivision: IL
  • Geo Postal Code: 61107
  • Geo Match Code: 0
  • Geo Matched Method: 0
  • Address: 608 Rome Avenue
  • County: Winnebago County
  • Zip Code: 61107
  • Year Built: 1926
  • School District: Rockford 205
  • Elementary School 1: C Henry Bloom Elementary
  • Middle School: Abraham Lincoln Middle
  • High School: Rockford East High
  • Township: Rockford Township
Taxes and HOA
  • HOA Fee: $0
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Acreage: 0.18
  • Property Type: City/Town
  • Road Frontage: Alley Access, City/Town
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 0
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1710
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 1710
Property and Assessments
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Type: House
Utilities
  • Water: City/Community
  • Sewer: City/Community
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Siding, Vinyl
  • General Features: Main Floor Primary, Laundry Basement, Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Stove/Range Fuel: Gas
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths: 0
  • # Full Baths Upper Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Main Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Main Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • Total Baths: 2.0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Appl Stay/Incl: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Room Information
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 9.9
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 9.6
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 13.5
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 11.3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: No
Family Room
  • Family Room: No
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 11.9
  • Kitchen Width: 9.10
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room Length: 24.9
  • Living Room Width: 13.3
  • Living Room Level: Main
Recreation Room
  • Rec Room: No
Additional Rooms
  • Addl Room 5 Length: 12.7
  • Addl Room 5 Width: 11.7
  • Addl Room 5 Name: Bonus
  • Addl Room 5 Level: Upper
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No

Property History for 608 Rome Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 15, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #139648383

$187,000
Jul 15, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1945301678

$187,000
Jul 15, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1945301678

$187,000

+12.4% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/15/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #139648383

$187,000
07/15/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1945301678

$187,000
07/15/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1945301678

$187,000

+12.4% / yr

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

Public Records for 608 Rome Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,787Additions$45,886Total$51,673
Tax Record2025$4,032 ($336 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,560 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,135 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt425 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt511 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,841 SqFtStyleTriplexYear Built1926Year Renovated1926ZoningR1CountyWINNEBAGOAPN1124427017

Schools near 608 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: 608 Rome Avenue, Rockford, IL 61107
$186,900
3
1,710
7,840
2
1
1,156
7,841
$83,000
3
0
$125,000
3
1,330
7,840
2
1
960
7,841
$77,000
4
7,840

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