SOLD AUG 13, 2026

Sold on aug 2026

$239,000

•

2,704

sq ft

6858 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL 61101

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About this home

Enjoy this spacious 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home situated on 1.06 private acres, with approximately 5 acres of beautiful park district land behind it giving you incredible open views and walkable nature right out your back door. With over 1,900 square feet of living space, this home offers room to spread out and enjoy. The large living room flows seamlessly into the spacious family room with French doors overlooking your elevated panoramic views of the scenic land perfect for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests. Two bedrooms are located on the main level for convenience. Upstairs, you’ll find the generous primary suite with plenty of closet space, along with two additional bedrooms. The lower level features a large rec room, half bath, lounge area with kitchenette, and sliding doors leading to the backyard and open landscape. An old horse barn has been converted into a unique man cave complete with a bar — the ultimate hangout space. All of this with the benefit of county taxes.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

1.06 acresLot Size

$88Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Jay Dowthard • Gambino Realtors

Bought with NON-NWIAR Member • NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?

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•Source:NWIAR #202600639

Redfin Estimate

$271,822

$33K since sold in August 2026$18K since September

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This home's estimate is 21.6% higher than the average sale price ($224K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$175,000
A
5 beds3 baths1,968 sq ft
345 S Memorial Ave, Rockford, IL 61102
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$198,800
B
3 beds2 baths1,153 sq ft
7125 Toms Rd, Rockford, IL 61101
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
4442 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL 61101
$175,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,674 sq ft
4442 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL 61101
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$275,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,137 sq ft
822 Lakewood Dr, Rockford, IL 61102
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$250,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths1,693 sq ft
4002 Mila Ave, Rockford, IL 61109
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$267,500
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,245 sq ft
765 Lakewood Dr, Rockford, IL 61102

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Market trends in 61101, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.2%

1.6% MoM

Median sale price

$125K

$54 MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

10 MoM

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4 beds2 baths400 sq ft
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$235,000
3 beds3 baths2,680 sq ft
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$138,000
2 beds2 baths1,216 sq ft
4126 Packard Parkway Unit B Pkwy, Rockford, IL 61101
$195,000
4 beds1 bath1,424 sq ft
1803 Kilburn Ave Ave, Rockford, IL 61101
$125,000
4 beds2 baths1,668 sq ft
1439 Blaisdell St, Rockford, IL 61101
$107,000
3 beds1 bath1,563 sq ft
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$180,000
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$130,000
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$255,000
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Sale and tax history for 6858 Safford Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,163 (+8.2%)

$11,429 + $45,894

$57,323

2024

$2,922 (−10.0%)

$10,257 + $41,186

$51,443

2023

$3,248 (+4.1%)

$10,257 + $41,186

$51,443

2022

$3,119 (+11.9%)

$8,084 + $32,460

$40,544

2021

$2,787 (+2.9%)

$7,412 + $29,763

$37,175

2020

$2,709 (+2.3%)

$7,007 + $28,137

$35,144

2019

$2,648 (+1.9%)

$6,678 + $26,818

$33,496

2018

$2,599 (+3.2%)

$6,293 + $25,273

$31,566

2016

$2,518 (−1.3%)

$6,023 + $24,187

$30,210

2015

$2,552 (−37.3%)

$5,910 + $23,734

$29,644

2013

$4,068 (+2.2%)

$7,850 + $30,190

$38,040

2012

$3,979 (−2.9%)

$8,325 + $32,018

$40,343

2011

$4,096 (+4.0%)

$8,773 + $33,742

$42,515

2010

$3,937 (+5.0%)

$9,234 + $35,514

$44,748

2009

$3,748 (+5.0%)

$9,366 + $36,022

$45,388

2008

$3,569 (+6.7%)

$9,084 + $34,939

$44,023

2007

$3,344

$8,670 + $33,348

$42,018

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.06 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Vacant Land

County

Winnebago County

APN

1107151009

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.

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

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 723
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick

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 Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 1.06

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,922

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Schools Information
School District: Rockford 205
Elementary School: McIntosh Science & Tech Magnet
Middle Or Junior School: Kennedy Middle
High School: Auburn High

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.06 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1107151009

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026

Around this home

Schools

McIntosh Elementary

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi

4/10

Kennedy Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

2/10

Auburn High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

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, 15 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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Historical weather

Rockford, IL • 61101

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

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Jul

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Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

90/ 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.

9.1 hrs

5.4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$259,000 – $313,000

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Home values near 6858 Safford Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
6783 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1656 Sq. Ft.	$353,398
6839 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$58,861

Address	Redfin Estimate
6545 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$70,090
6803 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
6909 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2436 Sq. Ft.	—
6834 Safford Rd, Rockford, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	—

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