Rare opportunity to own a highly desirable rural property in the sought-after Hononegah School District! Conveniently located just 10 minutes from downtown Rockford, Hononegah schools, and the 173 corridor, this 5.41 acre property offers the perfect blend of privacy and accessibility. This move-in ready ranch features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open-concept layout ideal for modern living. The spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet and private en suite bathroom. The kitchen offers ample counter space and abundant cabinetry, making it both functional and inviting. Enjoy the benefits of owned solar panels, providing a $0 electric bill for home usage; an incredible long-term value. The lower level is ready for your finishing touches with a rough-in for a third bathroom, offering great expansion potential. Step outside through the new patio slider to an oversized deck and fenced backyard area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The property also includes multiple outbuildings and a fenced pasture area well suited for hobbies, animals, or storage. Additional highlights include an updated mudroom with custom built storage, main floor laundry, and a heated 3 car garage. A standout feature is the fully finished “she shed, ” currently used as a home office, complete with heat and a bathroom. Ideal as a studio, event space, or potential in law suite. This is a true rural gem in an unbeatable location offering space, flexibility, and modern efficiency all in one property. This one won't last long!
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
5.41 acresLot Size
$299Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Rebecca Hazzard• Re/Max of Rock Valley
Bought with Johanna Hendrickson• DICKERSON & NIEMAN
Rare opportunity to own a highly desirable rural property in the sought after Hononegah School District! Conveniently located just 10 minutes from downtown Rockford, Hononegah schools, and the 173 corridor, this 5.41 acre property offers the perfect blend of privacy and accessibility. This move in ready ranch features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open concept layout ideal for modern living. The spacious primary suite includes a walk in closet and private en suite bathroom. The kitchen offers ample counter space and abundant cabinetry, making it both functional and inviting. Enjoy the benefits of owned solar panels, providing a $0 electric bill for home usage; an incredible long term value. The lower level is ready for your finishing touches with a rough in for a third bathroom, offering great expansion potential. Step outside through the new patio slider to an oversized deck and fenced backyard area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The property also includes multiple outbuildings and a fenced pasture area well suited for hobbies, animals, or storage. Additional highlights include an updated mudroom with custom built storage, main floor laundry, and a heated 3 car garage. A standout feature is the fully finished "she shed," currently used as a home office, complete with heat and a bathroom. Ideal as a studio, event space, or potential in law suite. This is a true rural gem in an unbeatable location offering space, flexibility, and modern efficiency all in one property. This one won't last long!
NWIAR #202202831
Jul 21, 2022
Sold
$350,000
$209/sq ft
May 12, 2022
Listed
$379,900
$227/sq ft
+33
Green Acres Is The Place To Be! Bring the kids, the toys, and the animals! 5 acres with outbuildings. Wonderful split Bedroom Ranch with hardwood floors throughout. 2 full Baths, huge Kitchen with sliders to deck and fenced yard. Wood burning fireplace in Living Room, Back-up wood burning furnace for whole house. Lower level is roughed in for full Bath, Bedroom with egress window, and Family Room. Home Warranty included.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11402091
May 23, 2022
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Nov 9, 2018
Sold
$265,000
$159/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 7, 2005
Sold
$145,000
$87/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,295 (+5.3%)
$23,315 + $73,510
$96,825
2024
$5,976 (+7.2%)
$20,929 + $65,987
$86,916
2023
$5,572 (+5.5%)
$20,929 + $65,987
$86,916
2022
$5,282 (+4.3%)
$16,590 + $52,305
$68,895
2021
$5,065 (+2.6%)
$15,660 + $49,372
$65,032
2020
$4,939 (+2.3%)
$15,007 + $47,314
$62,321
2019
$4,829 (+2.1%)
$14,394 + $45,381
$59,775
2018
$4,731 (+6.0%)
$13,745 + $43,336
$57,081
2016
$4,463 (+0.7%)
$13,475 + $42,486
$55,961
2015
$4,432 (+4.0%)
$12,997 + $40,978
$53,975
2013
$4,264 (+1.9%)
$12,746 + $40,186
$52,932
2012
$4,184 (−3.1%)
$13,316 + $41,983
$55,299
2011
$4,317 (+2.3%)
$13,964 + $44,026
$57,990
2010
$4,220 (+3.8%)
$14,430 + $45,496
$59,926
2009
$4,065 (+5.6%)
$14,625 + $46,109
$60,734
2008
$3,851 (+3.8%)
$13,947 + $43,972
$57,919
2007
$3,709
$12,786 + $40,312
$53,098
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
5 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Winnebago County
APN
708400005
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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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.
AG
Agricultural Priority District
The AG Agricultural Priority District is intended to promote and protect agricultural land and the agricultural industry which is vitally important to Winnebago County's economy. The standards of the AG District are to protect and promote the continuation of farming, and to protect agricultural land uses from incompatible residential developments. The AG District is intended to implement the agricultural policies outlined in the Winnebago County 2030 Land Resource Management Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Winery & vineyard
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Park & open space
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, 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
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 5.41
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,975
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rockton 140
Elementary School: Rockton Grade School
Middle Or Junior School: Stephen Mack Middle
High School: Hononegah High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 708400005
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rockton Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 6.4mi
Stephen Mack Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
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Hononegah High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
5/10
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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
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rockford, IL • 61101
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Rockford. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$465,000 – $563,000
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