Creek-Side Timberframe Retreat in the Heart of Downtown Rockford
Step off Main Street and into your own up-north hideaway—without leaving town. Tucked along one of Rockford’s most coveted downtown streets, this .44-acre property delivers a rarity: Rum Creek flowing through the backyard. Open a window, and the soft rush of a trout stream (protected by the DNR) becomes your soundtrack for dinners, Zoom calls, and falling asleep.
What Makes It One-of-a-Kind
Timberframe Great Room – Hand-crafted beams soar overhead, framing a wall of windows that brings the creek and towering maples inside. A natural-gas fireplace anchors winter evenings; summer breezes wander straight off the water.
Downtown-Yet-Remote Feel – Walk to the farmers’ market, coffee, or White Pine Trail in minutes… then come home to the hush of water and woods. It’s equal parts “cabin up north” and “center of everything.”
Flexible Bonus Loft – Above the one-stall garage, a custom Timberframe room makes an inspiring office, studio, or hangout. Views of the creek included.
Inside the Home
Main Floor: sun-filled living room, cozy office, powder room, updated kitchen (Bosch dishwasher, French-door fridge), and the show-stopping great room.
Second Floor: three bedrooms + full bath. The primary offers twin walk-in closets; both secondary bedrooms feature built-ins ready for books, toys, or gear.
Comfort All Year: efficient natural-gas furnace, central air, and on-demand ambiance from the fireplace.
Outside Perks
Creek-View Living Spaces – A covered porch for rainy-day lounging plus open decks for sun-soaked breakfasts and evening grilling—all perched above Rum Creek.
Level lawn for gatherings, gardening, or launching stick-boat races down the water.
Directly across from the community cabin and playground—convenience without the crowds in your yard.
Watch trout rise at dusk, then stroll two blocks for ice cream.
If you’ve been waiting for something truly different—where downtown convenience meets woodland calm—this is it. Schedule a visit, open the back door, and let the creek do the rest.
Showings are by appointment only beginning Thursday, April 24. Please schedule a showing at https://calendly.com/217nmonroe/30min. All offers are due by Monday, April 28 at 6 pm.
For sale by owner
$535,000
217 N Monroe St, Rockford, MI 49341
3beds
1,926sqft
Est.:
SingleFamily
Built in 1914
0.44 Acres Lot
$370,700 Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Flexible bonus loftLevel lawnCovered porchHand-crafted beamsTimberframe great roomOpen decksEfficient natural-gas furnace
What the owner loves about this home
Showings starting Thursday, April 24. For a private showing, please schedule through this link: https://calendly.com/217nmonroe/30min
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Travel times
Open house
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,926 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - Detached
Features
- Exterior features: Shingle, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 410636402016
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1914
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Rockford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $278/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $327,400
- Date on market: 4/21/2025
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