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!
Sold for $170,000
$170,000
226 Rome Ave, Rockford, IL 61107
3beds
1,248sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$171,400 Zestimate®
$136/sqft
$1,743 Estimated rent
Home value
$171,400
$158,000 - $187,000
$1,743/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 23, 2025 at 04:44pm
Listed by:
Penelope Rico 815-621-9187,
Weichert Realtors - Tovar Properties
Bought with:
Peggy Noble, 475164828
Keller Williams Realty Signature
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202505498
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 118.45
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 148.14
- Dimensions: 11.3 x 13.11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 104.88
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 9.2
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 130.98
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 11.1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 108.81
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 11.7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 219.2
- Dimensions: 27.4 x 8
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fire-Pit/Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,248
- Total interior livable area: 1,248 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,248
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Parcel number: 1124481018
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: City/Community
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Rockford
- Subdivision: IL
Other
Other facts
- Price range: $170K - $170K
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $170,000-2.3%$136/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505498 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2025 | Pending sale | $174,000$139/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505498 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $174,000$139/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505498 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2025 | Pending sale | $174,000$139/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505498 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Price change | $174,000-0.6%$139/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505498 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,292 +8.1% | $33,077 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $2,121 | $29,564 +9.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $27,108 +5.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North Highland
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10C Henry Bloom Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Abraham Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10Rockford East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: C Henry Bloom Elementary
- Middle: Abraham Lincoln Middle
- High: Rockford East High
- District: Rockford 205
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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