Opportunity awaits at 1027 Ridge Ave! This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers generous living space and endless potential for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to add their personal touch. Featuring a functional layout with ample room for family living, this property is ready for its next chapter. **Sold As-Is.** Buyer to assume responsibility for any repairs, inspections, or requirements. Conveniently located near local amenities, schools, parks, and transportation. Bring your vision and unlock the possibilities this property has to offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1901Year Built
3,528 sq ftLot Size
$39Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Frank Montro• Keller Williams Preferred Rlty
Listed by Laurina Goldman• Keller Williams Preferred Realty
Est. $1,769 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1027 Ridge Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jul 31, 2026
Sold
$70,000
$39/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12687334
Jul 29, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$69,900
$39/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07528741
Jun 8, 2010
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$35,000
$19/sq ft
May 14, 2010
Listed (New)
$39,900
$22/sq ft
VERY SPACIOUS. GREAT CASH FLOW! SOLD "AS IS". CURRENTLY RENTED FOR $675 PER MONTH. NEED SOLID PRE-QUAL OR VOF W/ ALL OFFERS. NO ADDENDUMS. BULK PURCHASE AVAILABLE.
Public Records
Jul 16, 1990
Sold
$12,000
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,195 (+30.1%)
$602 + $23,930
$24,532
2024
$919 (+22.1%)
$538 + $20,156
$20,694
2023
$752 (+24.0%)
$538 + $20,156
$20,694
2022
$607 (+25.2%)
$424 + $15,886
$16,310
2021
$485 (+20.1%)
$389 + $14,566
$14,955
2020
$404 (+21.7%)
$368 + $13,770
$14,138
2019
$332 (+47.9%)
$351 + $13,124
$13,475
2018
$224 (−29.4%)
$331 + $13,055
$13,386
2016
$317 (−1.1%)
$317 + $12,494
$12,811
2015
$321 (−83.3%)
$311 + $12,260
$12,571
2013
$1,927 (+180.5%)
$413 + $13,349
$13,762
2012
$687 (−30.8%)
$438 + $14,889
$15,327
2011
$993 (−46.7%)
$463 + $17,388
$17,851
2010
$1,864 (−8.0%)
$487 + $18,301
$18,788
2009
$2,027 (+49.4%)
$494 + $18,563
$19,057
2008
$1,357 (+4.4%)
$479 + $18,005
$18,484
2007
$1,300
$457 + $17,185
$17,642
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,528 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,811
Year built
1901
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Winnebago County
APN
1114376006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residential District
Rockfords residential zoning districts are intended to create, maintain, and promote a variety of housing opportunities for individual households and to maintain the desired physical character of existing neighborhoods and developing areas consistent with the citys official comprehensive plan. These regulations are intended to ensure that permitted and special uses are compatible within each district. They are intended to maintain and protect residential property values and to promote the peace quiet and enjoyment of the citys residential areas by requiring setbacks and open spaces on the same lot as the residential development. While these districts primarily accommodate residential use types some nonresidential use types are also allowed.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Office
Public service
Recreation
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 9
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 9
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Other
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Parcel Number: 1114376006
Lot Information
Dimensions: 36X98
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $919
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 205
Middle Or Junior School District: 205
High School District: 205
Location Information
Township: Rockford
Corporate Limits: Rockford
Directions: W ON STATE 2 9TH ST 2 LONGWOOD 2 WHITMAN 2 GRANT 2 RIDGE
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,811
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,528 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1901
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1114376006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Ellis Arts Academy
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
4/10
West Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
2/10
Auburn High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
1/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rockford, IL • 61103
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$66,000 – $80,000
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