Charming 2-story home nestled in a prime southeast Rockford location, boasting excellent curb appeal and meticulously manicured landscaping. Welcoming covered front porch sets the tone for this delightful residence. The main level features a formal living room graced by a cozy fireplace, a spacious dining room, and a well-appointed kitchen with abundant cupboard and counter space, as well as a convenient breakfast nook. First-floor laundry adds to the practicality. Upstairs, discover 4 generously sized bedrooms, including a master suite with a private en-suite bathroom for added luxury. The basement, equipped with a full bathroom, offers fantastic potential and features a walkout to a covered patio, perfect for outdoor gatherings. The property includes a 2-car attached garage and an additional detached garage/outbuilding, complete with heat and a car lift, providing ample space for hobbies and storage. Enjoy the ease of access to I90, making commuting a breeze. This home is a gem waiting for you.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
1.78 acresLot Size
$173Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Toni Vander Heyden• Keller Williams Realty Signature
Charming 2-story home nestled in a prime southeast Rockford location, boasting excellent curb appeal and meticulously manicured landscaping. Welcoming covered front porch sets the tone for this delightful residence. The main level features a formal living room graced by a cozy fireplace, a spacious dining room, and a well-appointed kitchen with abundant cupboard and counter space, as well as a convenient breakfast nook. First-floor laundry adds to the practicality. Upstairs, discover 4 generously sized bedrooms, including a master suite with a private en-suite bathroom for added luxury. The basement, equipped with a full bathroom, offers fantastic potential and features a walkout to a covered patio, perfect for outdoor gatherings. The property includes a 2-car attached garage and an additional detached garage/outbuilding, complete with heat and a car lift, providing ample space for hobbies and storage. Enjoy the ease of access to I90, making commuting a breeze. This home is a gem waiting for you.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,241 (+4.7%)
$17,228 + $82,350
$99,578
2024
$5,960 (+18.5%)
$15,584 + $69,609
$85,193
2023
$5,028 (−2.0%)
$15,584 + $69,609
$85,193
2022
$5,131 (−0.7%)
$13,201 + $55,345
$68,546
2021
$5,164 (+0.7%)
$12,554 + $52,634
$65,188
2020
$5,126 (−6.8%)
$12,020 + $50,396
$62,416
2019
$5,503 (−1.5%)
$11,456 + $48,033
$59,489
2018
$5,587 (+1.0%)
$11,156 + $46,056
$57,212
2016
$5,530 (+1.0%)
$10,827 + $44,697
$55,524
2015
$5,478 (+1.6%)
$10,598 + $43,752
$54,350
2013
$5,390 (+4.1%)
$7,133 + $49,560
$56,693
2012
$5,178 (+0.8%)
$7,394 + $51,373
$58,767
2011
$5,136 (+6.7%)
$7,480 + $51,971
$59,451
2010
$4,812 (+5.2%)
$7,670 + $53,293
$60,963
2009
$4,574 (+1.0%)
$7,757 + $53,897
$61,654
2008
$4,528 (+5.0%)
$7,757 + $53,897
$61,654
2007
$4,314
$7,501 + $52,120
$59,621
Tax history for 5853 Linden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,241 (+4.7%)
$17,228 + $82,350
$99,578
2024
$5,960 (+18.5%)
$15,584 + $69,609
$85,193
2023
$5,028 (−2.0%)
$15,584 + $69,609
$85,193
2022
$5,131 (−0.7%)
$13,201 + $55,345
$68,546
2021
$5,164 (+0.7%)
$12,554 + $52,634
$65,188
2020
$5,126 (−6.8%)
$12,020 + $50,396
$62,416
2019
$5,503 (−1.5%)
$11,456 + $48,033
$59,489
2018
$5,587 (+1.0%)
$11,156 + $46,056
$57,212
2016
$5,530 (+1.0%)
$10,827 + $44,697
$55,524
2015
$5,478 (+1.6%)
$10,598 + $43,752
$54,350
2013
$5,390 (+4.1%)
$7,133 + $49,560
$56,693
2012
$5,178 (+0.8%)
$7,394 + $51,373
$58,767
2011
$5,136 (+6.7%)
$7,480 + $51,971
$59,451
2010
$4,812 (+5.2%)
$7,670 + $53,293
$60,963
2009
$4,574 (+1.0%)
$7,757 + $53,897
$61,654
2008
$4,528 (+5.0%)
$7,757 + $53,897
$61,654
2007
$4,314
$7,501 + $52,120
$59,621
*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
1.78 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
1609426005
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.
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: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
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: 1.78
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,130
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rockford 205
Elementary School: Cherry Valley Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Bernard W Flinn Middle
High School: Jefferson High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.78 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1609426005
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
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Schools
White Swan Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
Bernard W Flinn Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
4/10
Jefferson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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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Estimated sale price
$342,000 – $414,000
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