Welcome home to this classic three bedroom ranch. Freshly painted and move-in ready! Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Newly updated master bath with a convenient and stylish walk-in shower. The spacious kitchen provides plenty of cabinet space along with plenty of natural light coming in through the double patio doors. Walk right out and onto the backyard deck, the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee or meals. The property is almost an acre with fenced-in backyard space and backing up to a farm field. You will find an abundance of parking in either separate driveway leading up to four car or two car garages. The oversized four car garage will make the perfect workshop for all kinds of projects. Country living with county taxes just a short drive from the city. A Cinch Home Warranty provided for the new owners peace of mind.
Single-familyProperty Type
1982Year Built
0.87 acresLot Size
$222Price/Sq.Ft.
6 car garageParking
Listed by Sarah Vinnitsky• DICKERSON & NIEMAN
Bought with NON-NWIAR Member• NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?
Est. $1,268 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 4696 Palmerstone Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NWIAR #202601257
May 29, 2026
Sold
$270,000
$222/sq ft
Mar 19, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 9, 2026
Listed
$260,000
$214/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12587570
Jun 1, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$270,000
$222/sq ft
Mar 19, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 9, 2026
Listed (Active)
$260,000
$214/sq ft
+22
Welcome home to this classic three bedroom ranch. Freshly painted and move-in ready! Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Newly updated master bath with a convenient and stylish walk-in shower. The spacious kitchen provides plenty of cabinet space along with plenty of natural light coming in through the double patio doors. Walk right out and onto the backyard deck, the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee or meals. The property is almost an acre with fenced-in backyard space and backing up to a farm field. You will find an abundance of parking in either separate driveway leading up to four car or two car garages. The oversized four car garage will make the perfect workshop for all kinds of projects. Country living with county taxes just a short drive from the city. A Cinch Home Warranty provided for the new owners peace of mind.
NWIAR #201804252
Oct 19, 2018
Sold
$120,000
$99/sq ft
Jul 8, 2018
Listed
$127,900
$105/sq ft
+16
NICE RANCH HOME IN QUIET AREA WITH FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT ON ALMOST AN ACRE! 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE NEXT TO THE HOUSE AND ANOTHER 4 CAR GARAGE WITH ITS OWN DRIVEWAY. FENCED BACKYARD WITH DECK. CORN FIELD BEHIND YARD! KIDDIE CORNER IN A BIG MOWED BASEBALL FIELD AND ACROSS THE STREET ANOTHER MOWED GRASSY FIELD. THE HOME HAS BEAUTIFUL WOOD DOORS AND FLOORS IN LR AND DR. WATER SOFTENER IS RENTED. OWNER WILL FINISH NEW WOOD TRIM WORK AROUND DOORS AND FLOOR. 2ND BATHROOM OFF MASTER BEDROOM IS ALL PLUMBED. OWNER WILL LEAVE TILE AND TOILET FOR BUYERS.
Public Records
Jun 24, 2010
Sold
$112,000
$92/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07434879
Jun 18, 2010
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$115,000
$95/sq ft
May 17, 2010
Pending
—
Apr 8, 2010
Contingent
—
Feb 28, 2010
Price Changed
$115,000
$95/sq ft
Feb 26, 2010
Price Changed (Price Change)
$110,450
$91/sq ft
Feb 5, 2010
Listed (New)
$115,000
$95/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 2005
Sold
$146,000
$120/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 16, 1998
Sold
$87,000
$72/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,745 (+6.0%)
$5,992 + $50,405
$56,397
2024
$3,533 (+6.3%)
$5,377 + $45,235
$50,612
2023
$3,322 (+4.2%)
$5,377 + $45,235
$50,612
2022
$3,189 (+3.7%)
$4,238 + $35,651
$39,889
2021
$3,076 (+6.6%)
$3,886 + $32,689
$36,575
2020
$2,885 (+10.1%)
$3,674 + $30,903
$34,577
2019
$2,621 (−6.3%)
$3,502 + $29,454
$32,956
2018
$2,796 (+2.5%)
$3,300 + $27,759
$31,059
2016
$2,729 (−0.8%)
$3,158 + $26,566
$29,724
2015
$2,752 (−9.7%)
$3,099 + $26,068
$29,167
2013
$3,047 (+4.6%)
$4,109 + $29,864
$33,973
2012
$2,912 (−15.9%)
$4,358 + $30,642
$35,000
2011
$3,462 (+3.5%)
$4,594 + $36,634
$41,228
2010
$3,345 (+4.7%)
$4,835 + $38,558
$43,393
2009
$3,193 (+4.1%)
$4,904 + $39,109
$44,013
2008
$3,067 (+6.1%)
$4,757 + $37,933
$42,690
2007
$2,892
$4,540 + $36,206
$40,746
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,216
Year built
1982
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Winnebago County
APN
1509132011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.87
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,533
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rockford 205
Elementary School: Julia Lathrop Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Rockford Enviromental Science Academy
High School: Jefferson High
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,216
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1509132011
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Julia Lathrop Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
3/10
Rockford Environmental Science Academy
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
2/10
Jefferson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
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
0% chance of strong winds in 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 • 61102
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Rockford. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$253,000 – $306,000
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