Move right into this charming and tastefully updated Cape Cod featuring fresh neutral paint throughout, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen has been refreshed with new Frigidaire stainless steel appliances, a stylish quartz countertop, and plenty of space for everyday living and entertaining. Additional updates include hardwood flooring refurbishment, new carpeting on the second floor, a recently installed gas-forced air furnace, and a newer roof, offering comfort and peace of mind for years to come. In addition to all these improvements, the house sewer line has just been replaced, exterior clean-out added, and front yard seeded with cover. Ideally situated near shopping, parks, golf courses, and a wide variety of dining and recreational amenities, this home combines convenience with value. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity-schedule your showing today before it's gone!
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
7,840 sq ftLot Size
$167Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Salvaggio• Ardain Real Estate Inc.
Est. $1,919 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 604 Rome Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12730383
Sep 28, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$235,000
$167/sq ft
Aug 24, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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Aug 11, 2026
Listed (Active)
$235,000
$167/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12656758
Jul 21, 2026
Listing Removed
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Jun 30, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Public Records
May 19, 2026
Sold
$130,000
$92/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 12, 2018
Sold
$85,500
$61/sq ft
NWIAR #201705720
Mar 7, 2018
Sold
$86,500
$61/sq ft
Sep 14, 2017
Listed
$87,500
$62/sq ft
+18
Beautiful Cape Cod with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Living room with hardwod floors, kitchen has contemporary white cabinets with breakfast bar, eating area and tile floors. Two bedrooms and full bath on main floor and two bedrooms and full bath upstairs. Hardwood floors and carpet. Crown moulding throughout. Large, fenced backyard with patio, playhouse/shed and 1 car garage. Brick sidewalk and stoop to the front door. New roof, a/c and landscaping.
Public Records
Jul 19, 2007
Sold
$123,500
$88/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 3, 1993
Sold
$70,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,181 (+5.3%)
$6,691 + $46,667
$53,358
2024
$3,969 (+5.5%)
$6,005 + $41,880
$47,885
2023
$3,761 (+3.7%)
$6,005 + $41,880
$47,885
2022
$3,626 (+3.4%)
$4,733 + $33,007
$37,740
2021
$3,506 (+2.1%)
$4,340 + $30,265
$34,605
2020
$3,435 (+1.8%)
$4,103 + $28,611
$32,714
2019
$3,373 (+1.1%)
$3,911 + $27,269
$31,180
2018
$3,337 (+2.3%)
$3,685 + $25,699
$29,384
2016
$3,262 (−1.2%)
$3,527 + $24,595
$28,122
2015
$3,303 (−7.2%)
$3,461 + $24,134
$27,595
2013
$3,558 (+1.0%)
$4,607 + $26,802
$31,409
2012
$3,523 (−2.6%)
$4,886 + $28,425
$33,311
2011
$3,618 (+3.2%)
$5,149 + $29,956
$35,105
2010
$3,505 (+4.7%)
$5,419 + $31,529
$36,948
2009
$3,349 (+3.8%)
$5,497 + $31,980
$37,477
2008
$3,225 (+5.6%)
$5,332 + $31,018
$36,350
2007
$3,054
$5,089 + $29,606
$34,695
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
7,953 Sq. Ft.
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
1124427018
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.
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 Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking Features: Concrete, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: COMBO
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 24 x 12
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 16
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Laundry Features: In Unit
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,411
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1.5 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2026
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,419
Total Sq Ft: 1,411
Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 1008
Upper Sq Ft: 1411
Parcel Number: 1124427018
Lot Information
Dimensions: 51x154
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,181.24
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 205
Elementary School: C Henry Bloom Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 205
Middle Or Junior School: Abraham Lincoln Middle School
High School District: 205
High School: Rockford East High School
Location Information
Township: Rockford
Corporate Limits: Rockford
Directions: Rural Street to Rome Ave south to subject property.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,953 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1124427018
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The Jones Group
Around this home
Schools
C Henry Bloom Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
Rockford East High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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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Historical weather
Rockford, IL • 61107
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Rockford. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$214,000 – $259,000
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