One of a kind unique property! Over 6 acres of wooded land surrounded by parks for a one of a kind estate in the heart of Rockford. Located at the corner of Alpine and Larson Ave. You have access to all of the conveniences of city living with that country feel. Custom built home in 1926 offers 3500+ S. F of living space featuring 16 foot vaulted ceilings, arched doors, brick floors, a private library and hardwood floors throughout the entire home. Newly remodeled kitchen, large outdoor deck, new high efficiency furnace, and new roof in 2017. Features a 44 X 14 ft. Heated garage under the home. 10 X 12 detached Studio, 12 X 12 shed, and baseball field. Potential to subdivide or enjoy the property all to yourself. This is a must see property with to many extras to list.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
6.28 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Toni Vander Heyden• Keller Williams Realty Signature
Bought with Toni Vander Heyden• Keller Williams Realty Signature
One of a kind unique property! Over 6 acres of wooded land surrounded by parks for a one of a kind estate in the heart of Rockford. Located at the corner of Alpine and Larson Ave. You have access to all of the conveniences of city living with that country feel. Custom built home in 1926 offers 3500+ S. F of living space featuring 16 foot vaulted ceilings, arched doors, brick floors, a private library and hardwood floors throughout the entire home. Newly remodeled kitchen, large outdoor deck, new high efficiency furnace, and new roof in 2017. Features a 44 X 14 ft. Heated garage under the home. 10 X 12 detached Studio, 12 X 12 shed, and baseball field. Potential to subdivide or enjoy the property all to yourself. This is a must see property with to many extras to list.
NWIAR #201803155
Oct 19, 2018
Sold
$198,000
Jun 5, 2018
Listed
$228,000
Public Records
Oct 5, 2010
Sold
$160,000
Public Records
Jan 29, 1999
Sold
$275,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,592 (+4.6%)
$29,288 + $74,033
$103,321
2024
$8,218 (+4.5%)
$26,284 + $66,439
$92,723
2023
$7,866 (+2.6%)
$26,284 + $66,439
$92,723
2022
$7,664 (+2.5%)
$20,715 + $52,362
$73,077
2021
$7,477 (+1.4%)
$18,994 + $48,012
$67,006
2020
$7,374 (+1.2%)
$17,956 + $45,389
$63,345
2019
$7,284 (+3.1%)
$17,114 + $43,261
$60,375
2018
$7,064 (+1.4%)
$16,128 + $39,373
$55,501
2016
$6,967 (−1.2%)
$15,435 + $37,681
$53,116
2015
$7,054 (+23.1%)
$15,146 + $36,975
$52,121
2013
$5,732 (+7.3%)
$20,075 + $26,858
$46,933
2012
$5,341 (−2.1%)
$21,291 + $26,114
$47,405
2011
$5,457
$22,438 + $27,520
$49,958
Tax history for 515 S Alpine Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,592 (+4.6%)
$29,288 + $74,033
$103,321
2024
$8,218 (+4.5%)
$26,284 + $66,439
$92,723
2023
$7,866 (+2.6%)
$26,284 + $66,439
$92,723
2022
$7,664 (+2.5%)
$20,715 + $52,362
$73,077
2021
$7,477 (+1.4%)
$18,994 + $48,012
$67,006
2020
$7,374 (+1.2%)
$17,956 + $45,389
$63,345
2019
$7,284 (+3.1%)
$17,114 + $43,261
$60,375
2018
$7,064 (+1.4%)
$16,128 + $39,373
$55,501
2016
$6,967 (−1.2%)
$15,435 + $37,681
$53,116
2015
$7,054 (+23.1%)
$15,146 + $36,975
$52,121
2013
$5,732 (+7.3%)
$20,075 + $26,858
$46,933
2012
$5,341 (−2.1%)
$21,291 + $26,114
$47,405
2011
$5,457
$22,438 + $27,520
$49,958
*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
6.25 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
1229326017
Parking Spaces
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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: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 6.28
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,990
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rockford 205
Elementary School: District 205-RFD
Middle Or Junior School: District 205-RFD
High School: District 205-RFD
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1229326017
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Maud E Johnson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
4/10
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Rockford, IL • 61108
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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
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3.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$387,000 – $469,000
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