Come fall in love with this 2 story farmette! Conveniently located minutes from Rockford and 39/51 it is surrounded by farm fields offering much desired privacy. The 4.55 acres it comes with, features a large barn with electricity, a storage shed and several cement pads for parking all your outside toys or building future structures. Before walking into the home, the large newly built deck is perfect for entertainment or just enjoying the gorgeous views and quiet. The large foyer has a custom-built tree hall and pantry/storage cabinets. The open style kitchen has modern cabinets, stainless steel appliances, deep single stainless-steel sink and quarts countertops. The large bathroom has double vanity and washer and dryer hook-ups. All the flooring is brand new throughout the house, all new lighting, new doors, new hardware, fresh paint. New A/C, new water heater, new well pump, new gutters and downspouts. Vinyl widows and siding. This unique home is a perfect blend of modern and country living! Zoned AG. Septic passed inspection. Sold as-is. Broker owned.
Single-familyProperty Type
1905Year Built
4.55 acresLot Size
$144Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Michelle Marcu-Carlson• Ultimate Realty Inc.
Bought with NON-NWIAR Member• NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?
Come fall in love with this 2 story farmette! Conveniently located minutes from Rockford and 39/51 it is surrounded by farm fields offering much desired privacy. The 4.55 acres it comes with, features a large barn with electricity, a storage shed and several cement pads for parking all your outside toys or building future structures. Before walking into the home, the large newly built deck is perfect for entertainment or just enjoying the gorgeous views and quiet. The large foyer has a custom-built tree hall and pantry/storage cabinets. The open style kitchen has modern cabinets, stainless steel appliances, deep single stainless-steel sink and quarts countertops. The large bathroom has double vanity and washer and dryer hook-ups. All the flooring is brand new throughout the house, all new lighting, new doors, new hardware, fresh paint. New A/C, new water heater, new well pump, new gutters and downspouts. Vinyl widows and siding. This unique home is a perfect blend of modern and country living! Zoned AG. Septic passed inspection. Sold as-is. Broker owned.
NWIAR #202406470
Jan 28, 2025
Sold
$350,000
$149/sq ft
Dec 15, 2024
Pending
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Dec 4, 2024
Relisted
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Nov 27, 2024
Pending
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Nov 14, 2024
Listed
$350,000
$149/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,293 (+10.6%)
$4,889 + $55,777
$60,666
2024
$3,882 (+15.0%)
$4,405 + $47,178
$51,583
2023
$3,377
$4,405 + $47,178
$51,583
Tax history for 7918 Shirley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,293 (+10.6%)
$4,889 + $55,777
$60,666
2024
$3,882 (+15.0%)
$4,405 + $47,178
$51,583
2023
$3,377
$4,405 + $47,178
$51,583
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Ranch
County
Winnebago County
APN
1625300010
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
AG
Agricultural Priority District
The AG Agricultural Priority District is intended to promote and protect agricultural land and the agricultural industry which is vitally important to Winnebago County's economy. The standards of the AG District are to protect and promote the continuation of farming, and to protect agricultural land uses from incompatible residential developments. The AG District is intended to implement the agricultural policies outlined in the Winnebago County 2030 Land Resource Management Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Winery & vineyard
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Park & open space
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1.5
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 876
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 4.55
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,376
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rockford 205
Elementary School: Cherry Valley Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Bernard W Flinn Middle
High School: Jefferson High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1625300010
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
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Schools
White Swan Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.6mi
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Bernard W Flinn Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.7mi
4/10
Jefferson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$323,000 – $391,000
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