This beautifully renovated Victorian 2 story home has all of the modern conveniences, while maintaining the original timeless character. The spacious home has 3 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, a master suite with a whirlpool tub, large walk-in closet and second floor laundry/utility room. The kitchen is a Chef?s design and renovated with stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops, walk in pantry, and a breakfast nook overlooking a lovely rear enclosed yard. There are spacious living and formal dining rooms, with beautiful oak woodwork and refinished hardwood floors throughout. French doors lead to the spectacular Library/den with all oak walls and shelving, and an attached separate office. Newer windows throughout, newer mechanicals, siding, gutters and roof. 4 car tandem detached garage, new insulation in attic, new dishwasher. Professionally landscaped brick paver patio and pergola with large fenced backyard. Great for entertaining! Fireplace- as is (ornamental).
Single-familyProperty Type
0.35 acresLot Size
4 car garageParking
Listed by Rebecca LeClaire• Century 21 Affiliated
Bought with Justin Burke• Keller Williams Realty Signature
This beautifully renovated Victorian 2 story home has all of the modern conveniences, while maintaining the original timeless character. The spacious home has3 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, a master suite with a whirlpool tub, large walk-in closet and second floor laundry/utility room. The kitchen is a Chef's design and renovated with stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops, walk in pantry, and a breakfast nook overlooking a lovely rear enclosed yard. There are spacious living and formal dining rooms, with beautiful oak woodwork and refinished hardwood floors throughout. French doors lead to the spectacular Library/den with all oak walls and shelving, and an attached separate office. Newer windows throughout, newer mechanicals, siding, gutters and roof. 4 car tandem detached garage, new insulation in attic, new dishwasher. Professionally landscaped brick paver patio and pergola with large fenced backyard. Great for entertaining! Fireplace- as is (ornamental).
NWIAR #202102590
Jul 2, 2021
Sold
$192,000
May 29, 2021
Listed
$185,000
NWIAR #201801022
May 30, 2018
Sold
$152,500
Mar 9, 2018
Listed
$159,900
+19
Unique Beautifully Renovated Victorian 2 story located in one of Rockford's most popular North East locations! Chef designed and renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, butcher block counter tops, walk in pantry and eat in kitchen overlooking the beautiful back yard. Spacious living and formal dining rooms with beautiful New oak woodwork and refinished wood floors throughout. Library/Den with all oak walls and moldings with attached Office. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Whirlpool tub in master bath. Huge walk-in closet and second floor laundry off master bedroom. updated windows throughout, newer mechanicals, siding and roof. Newer 2+ car detached garage plus huge workshop. Professionally landscaped brick paver patio and pergola with large fenced back yard. Great for entertaining! Fireplace "as is" (Ornamental). This home displays the beauty of a well made, timeless older home with modern conveniences. Close to restaurants, parks, shopping, medical facilities, & downtown living.
Public Records
Apr 1, 2003
Sold
$99,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,125 (+4.9%)
$13,124 + $62,244
$75,368
2024
$5,841 (+4.9%)
$11,778 + $55,859
$67,637
2023
$5,570 (+3.0%)
$11,778 + $55,859
$67,637
2022
$5,405 (+3.8%)
$9,282 + $44,024
$53,306
2021
$5,205 (+1.7%)
$8,511 + $39,954
$48,465
2020
$5,120 (+1.8%)
$8,046 + $37,771
$45,817
2019
$5,028 (−4.2%)
$7,669 + $35,862
$43,531
2018
$5,249 (+1.3%)
$7,228 + $35,556
$42,784
2017
$5,184 (+1.8%)
$6,917 + $34,028
$40,945
2016
$5,092 (−1.2%)
$6,917 + $34,028
$40,945
2015
$5,156 (−6.2%)
$6,787 + $32,922
$39,709
2013
$5,497 (+13.9%)
$9,034 + $36,226
$45,260
2012
$4,825 (−2.2%)
$9,581 + $38,420
$48,001
2011
$4,935 (+3.4%)
$10,097 + $40,489
$50,586
2010
$4,772 (+4.7%)
$10,627 + $42,616
$53,243
2009
$4,556 (−5.1%)
$10,779 + $43,225
$54,004
2008
$4,800 (+5.9%)
$10,455 + $40,963
$51,418
2007
$4,533
$9,979 + $39,098
$49,077
Tax history for 136 Rome Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,125 (+4.9%)
$13,124 + $62,244
$75,368
2024
$5,841 (+4.9%)
$11,778 + $55,859
$67,637
2023
$5,570 (+3.0%)
$11,778 + $55,859
$67,637
2022
$5,405 (+3.8%)
$9,282 + $44,024
$53,306
2021
$5,205 (+1.7%)
$8,511 + $39,954
$48,465
2020
$5,120 (+1.8%)
$8,046 + $37,771
$45,817
2019
$5,028 (−4.2%)
$7,669 + $35,862
$43,531
2018
$5,249 (+1.3%)
$7,228 + $35,556
$42,784
2017
$5,184 (+1.8%)
$6,917 + $34,028
$40,945
2016
$5,092 (−1.2%)
$6,917 + $34,028
$40,945
2015
$5,156 (−6.2%)
$6,787 + $32,922
$39,709
2013
$5,497 (+13.9%)
$9,034 + $36,226
$45,260
2012
$4,825 (−2.2%)
$9,581 + $38,420
$48,001
2011
$4,935 (+3.4%)
$10,097 + $40,489
$50,586
2010
$4,772 (+4.7%)
$10,627 + $42,616
$53,243
2009
$4,556 (−5.1%)
$10,779 + $43,225
$54,004
2008
$4,800 (+5.9%)
$10,455 + $40,963
$51,418
2007
$4,533
$9,979 + $39,098
$49,077
*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
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
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Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Winnebago County
APN
1124481023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 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/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.35
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,120
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rockford 205
Elementary School: C Henry Bloom Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Abraham Lincoln Middle
High School: Rockford East High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1124481023
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
C Henry Bloom Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
Rockford East High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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 101° 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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Rockford, IL • 61107
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 3.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10 hrs
3.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$254,000 – $307,000
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