2516 Highcrest Road: a mid-century ranch nestled in a neighborhood that embodies architectural elegance. From the moment you enter, you will be greeted by an open and bright floor plan with a slate tile entryway, original refinished hardwood floors, floor to ceiling bay window, and recessed lighting. The elevated kitchen was designed with function and storage. Custom solid wood soft-close cabinets, quartz countertops, and a deep under-mount sink. You'll find plenty of storage with the roomy kitchen island drawers and a pantry. Open floor plan is perfect for entertaining or being with family while cooking. The primary bedroom has double closets and an attached powder room. Brand new toilets & vanities in BOTH main level bathrooms. Downstairs, a walk-out fully finished basement. Massive rec room with picture window, modern full bath with glass shower, (renovated and completed in 2022), and an enormous 4th bedroom (that you just may decide to make your owners-suite)! Outside there is a deck from the upper level and an extended patio underneath, large private yard with mature trees, and a garden shed. Extremely convenient location by HWY 251 entrance, Spring Creek Rd, & world-renowned Anderson Japanese gardens. Updates: kitchen 2021, electrical 2021, recessed lighting 2021, refinished floors 2021, basement bathroom 2022, main lvl bathroom fixtures 2025, utility room flooring 2025, ceiling fans 2025. Inspections welcome but house is being sold "AS-IS"
2516 Highcrest Road: a mid-century ranch nestled in a neighborhood that embodies architectural elegance. From the moment you enter, you will be greeted by an open and bright floor plan with a slate tile entryway, original refinished hardwood floors, floor to ceiling bay window, and recessed lighting. The elevated kitchen was designed with function and storage. Custom solid wood soft-close cabinets, quartz countertops, and a deep under-mount sink. You'll find plenty of storage with the roomy kitchen island drawers and a pantry. Open floor plan is perfect for entertaining or being with family while cooking. The primary bedroom has double closets and an attached powder room. Brand new toilets & vanities in BOTH main level bathrooms. Downstairs, a walk-out fully finished basement. Massive rec room with picture window, modern full bath with glass shower, (renovated and completed in 2022), and an enormous 4th bedroom (that you just may decide to make your owners-suite)! Outside there is a deck from the upper level and an extended patio underneath, large private yard with mature trees, and a garden shed. Extremely convenient location by HWY 251 entrance, Spring Creek Rd, & world-renowned Anderson Japanese gardens. Updates: kitchen 2021, electrical 2021, recessed lighting 2021, refinished floors 2021, basement bathroom 2022, main lvl bathroom fixtures 2025, utility room flooring 2025, ceiling fans 2025. Inspections welcome but house is being sold "AS-IS"
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11007200
Apr 12, 2021
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$135,714
$49/sq ft
Mar 2, 2021
Pending
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Mar 1, 2021
Listed (New)
$129,900
$47/sq ft
Welcome home to this nicely maintained, fully exposed, Ranch! Extra large driveway. Slate tile entryway. Hardwood floors. Spacious eat-in kitchen and formal dining room. Great for entertaining. Large living room. Three bedrooms up with 1.5 baths. Lower level offers a large 4th Bedroom, a half bath that could easily transform into a full bath, a Rec Room and PLENTY of storage. Great backyard views from the deck. This home also offers a yard irrigation system.
NWIAR #202100443
Apr 12, 2021
Sold
$135,714
$49/sq ft
Mar 1, 2021
Listed
$129,900
$47/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 1999
Sold
$100,000
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,477 (+5.0%)
$12,299 + $55,734
$68,033
2024
$5,217 (+5.0%)
$11,037 + $50,017
$61,054
2023
$4,967 (+3.2%)
$11,037 + $50,017
$61,054
2022
$4,812 (+18.5%)
$8,699 + $39,420
$48,119
2021
$4,059 (+2.8%)
$7,976 + $36,145
$44,121
2020
$3,949 (+2.5%)
$7,540 + $34,170
$41,710
2019
$3,852 (+2.0%)
$7,186 + $32,568
$39,754
2018
$3,776 (−14.3%)
$6,772 + $30,688
$37,460
2016
$4,408 (+6.1%)
$6,481 + $29,369
$35,850
2015
$4,155 (+4.6%)
$6,360 + $28,819
$35,179
2013
$3,973 (+1.1%)
$8,423 + $25,954
$34,377
2012
$3,929 (−2.5%)
$8,933 + $27,526
$36,459
2011
$4,028 (−11.2%)
$9,414 + $29,008
$38,422
2010
$4,538 (+1.5%)
$9,908 + $36,162
$46,070
2009
$4,472 (+4.1%)
$10,050 + $37,989
$48,039
2008
$4,296 (+5.8%)
$9,748 + $36,847
$46,595
2007
$4,059
$9,304 + $35,169
$44,473
Tax history for 2516 Highcrest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,477 (+5.0%)
$12,299 + $55,734
$68,033
2024
$5,217 (+5.0%)
$11,037 + $50,017
$61,054
2023
$4,967 (+3.2%)
$11,037 + $50,017
$61,054
2022
$4,812 (+18.5%)
$8,699 + $39,420
$48,119
2021
$4,059 (+2.8%)
$7,976 + $36,145
$44,121
2020
$3,949 (+2.5%)
$7,540 + $34,170
$41,710
2019
$3,852 (+2.0%)
$7,186 + $32,568
$39,754
2018
$3,776 (−14.3%)
$6,772 + $30,688
$37,460
2016
$4,408 (+6.1%)
$6,481 + $29,369
$35,850
2015
$4,155 (+4.6%)
$6,360 + $28,819
$35,179
2013
$3,973 (+1.1%)
$8,423 + $25,954
$34,377
2012
$3,929 (−2.5%)
$8,933 + $27,526
$36,459
2011
$4,028 (−11.2%)
$9,414 + $29,008
$38,422
2010
$4,538 (+1.5%)
$9,908 + $36,162
$46,070
2009
$4,472 (+4.1%)
$10,050 + $37,989
$48,039
2008
$4,296 (+5.8%)
$9,748 + $36,847
$46,595
2007
$4,059
$9,304 + $35,169
$44,473
*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
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Winnebago County
APN
1218327021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
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.
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: 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,297
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.3
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,217
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rockford 205
Elementary School: Clifford P Carlson Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Eisenhower Middle
High School: Guilford High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1218327021
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
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Schools
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
Eisenhower Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
Guilford High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
3/10
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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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In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$292,000 – $354,000
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