Exceptional opportunity to acquire a solid brick 3-unit in a prime Rockford location with strong upside potential. This classic colonial-style property features two 1-bedroom, 1-bath units on the main level, along with a spacious upper unit with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath that can be converted to a 3-bedroom, maximizing future cash flow. The building offers the durability of full-brick construction and includes a full, unfinished city vibe basement, providing ample storage and additional value-add opportunities. Conveniently located near downtown Rockford, Swedish hospitals, shopping, and restaurants. Photos may include virtual staging and AI enhancements. Property is being sold as-is. Portfolio opportunity — can be purchased together with 221 Rome Ave for a total of 5 units.
For sale
$235,000
221 Rome Ave, Rockford, IL 61107
--beds
--baths
2,688sqft
Est.:
3 - 4 Units
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$207,500 Zestimate®
$87/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic colonial-style property
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 11 hours ago
Listed by:
Nara Dashravdan 815-329-9997,
Realty Of America, Llc
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202601573
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Facts & features
Interior
Heating
- Hot Water/Steam
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,688
- Total interior livable area: 2,688 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,688
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Details
- Parcel number: 1124482003
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 3 - 4 Units
Materials
- Brick/Stone
- Roof: Rubber,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Separate Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IL
Location
- Region: Rockford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $87/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $170,529
- Annual tax amount: $5,387
- Price range: $235K - $235K
- Date on market: 3/23/2026
Estimated market value
$207,500
$178,000 - $241,000
$924/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000+176.5%$87/sqft |
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| 3/8/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/3/2023 | Listed for rent | $700+21.7% |
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| 2/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/23/2021 | Listed for rent | $575 |
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| 9/28/2020 | Listing removed | $575 |
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| 9/24/2020 | Listed for rent | $575 |
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| 1/1/2020 | Listing removed | $85,000$32/sqft |
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| 9/12/2019 | Price change | $85,000-16.7%$32/sqft |
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| 8/22/2019 | Listed for sale | $102,000+1.5%$38/sqft |
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| 8/17/2004 | Sold | $100,500+25.6%$37/sqft |
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| 8/3/2000 | Sold | $80,000$30/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,387 +35.2% | $56,843 +48.2% |
| 2023 | $3,984 +1.7% | $38,365 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $3,918 | $34,291 +9.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $31,443 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $3,822 +0.7% | $29,725 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $3,795 -0.1% | $28,331 +6.4% |
| 2018 | $3,799 +0.5% | $26,621 +4.5% |
| 2017 | $3,780 | $25,477 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $3,780 +0.1% | $25,000 |
| 2015 | $3,776 -1.2% | $25,000 +6.2% |
| 2014 | $3,824 -13.2% | $23,532 -50.2% |
| 2009 | $4,408 | $47,247 +8% |
| 2007 | -- | $43,740 +3.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $42,287 +14.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $36,992 +5.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $35,057 +6.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $33,014 +8.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $30,518 -3.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $31,631 |
| 1999 | -- | $31,631 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,664/mo
Principal & interest
$1212
Property taxes
$452
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: North Highland
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10C Henry Bloom Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Abraham Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Rockford East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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.






