Are you ready to fall in love? Beautiful gem close to I-90, new Mercy Hospital & Rockford culture scene. Modern vintage farmhouse w/ wrap around porch, circle drive on 5 ACs. Open flrpln feature original wdwrk, 2 staircases, 2 flr to ceil stone frplcs. Updtd chef's kit w/ lg wlk-in pantry. FamRm w/ new patio dr, southern exposure has flr to ceil wndws that look out on deck & fncd yd. Custom built-ins & French drs lead to the cozy library. Adjacent to the bright formal DinRm is the formal LivRm w/ bay wndws. 3 bdrms on 2nd flr include master w/ en suite bath & lg walk-in closet & expansive guest bath in hallway. 3rd flr suite is a dream w/ vaulted ceils, fresh air skylights, walk-in closet & priv bath. Lg partially fin bsmt, attached 2.5 car gar & Kohler whole house generator. Property features barn w/ 33x27 fin RecRm, detached 3 car gar & corn crib. New roof, siding & well2014. Detached gar new wiring & new door. New wiring in barn RecRm. Zoned Ag.
Single-familyProperty Type
5 acresLot Size
5 car garageParking
Listed by Sandy Basel• Gambino Realtors
Bought with Jessica Cheney-Nelson• DICKERSON & NIEMAN
Are you ready to fall in love? Beautiful gem close to I-90, new Mercy Hospital and Rockford culture scene. Modern vintage farmhouse w/ wrap around porch, circle drive on 5 acres. Open floor plan feature original woodwork, 2 staircases, 2 floor to ceiling stone fireplaces. Updated chef's kitchen w/ large walk-in pantry. Family Room with new patio door, southern exposure has floor to ceiling windows that look out on deck and fenced yard. Custom built-ins and French doors lead to the cozy library. Adjacent ot he bright formal dining room is the formal living room with bay windows. 3 bedrooms on 2nd floor include master with en suite bath and large walk-in closet and expansive guest bath in hallway. 3rd floor suite is a dream with vaulted ceilings, fresh air skylights, walk-in closet and private bath. Large partially finish basement, attached 2.5 car garage and Kohler wholehouse generator. Features barn with 33x27 rec rm, detached 3 car garage and corn crib. 2014-roof, siding+wel
NWIAR #201902562
Aug 1, 2019
Sold
$395,000
May 14, 2019
Listed
$404,400
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09129527
Sep 15, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$385,000
Jul 21, 2016
Contingent
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Feb 2, 2016
Listed (New)
$400,000
+20
Beautifully maintained gem close to Belvidere and I90. Modern vintage farmhouse on 5 acres has wraparound porch + circle drive. Spacious entryway opens to large foyer. Open floor plan features original woodwork, 2 staircases + 2 floor-to-ceiling stone fireplaces. Updated chef's kitchen with large walk-in pantry. Family room with southern exposure has floor to ceiling windows that look out on deck and fenced yard. Cozy library features custom built-ins and French doors. Formal living room with bay windows and is adjacent to bright formal dining room. 3 bedrooms on 2nd floor include master with en suite bath and large walk-in closet and expansive guest bath in hallway. 3rd floor suite is a dream with vaulted ceilings, fresh air skylights, walk-in closet and private bath. Large partially finished basement, attached 2.5 car garage and Kohler whole-house generator. Property features barn with finished rec room, detached 3 car garage and corn crib. New roof, siding + well in 2014.
NWIAR #201600507
Sep 15, 2016
Sold
$385,000
Feb 2, 2016
Listed
$400,000
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07539390
Nov 26, 2010
Listing Removed
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May 27, 2010
Listed (New)
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,373 (+5.0%)
$20,669 + $186,642
$207,311
2024
$13,688 (+4.9%)
$18,565 + $167,497
$186,062
2023
$13,044 (+0.9%)
$18,565 + $167,497
$186,062
2012
$12,925 (−3.4%)
$27,409 + $119,224
$146,633
2011
$13,380 (+3.7%)
$28,885 + $115,027
$143,912
2010
$12,907 (+7.5%)
$30,402 + $121,068
$151,470
2009
$12,005 (+4.9%)
$30,837 + $122,799
$153,636
2008
$11,443 (+7.6%)
$29,910 + $119,107
$149,017
2007
$10,631
$28,548 + $113,684
$142,232
Tax history for 8961 Spring Creek Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,373 (+5.0%)
$20,669 + $186,642
$207,311
2024
$13,688 (+4.9%)
$18,565 + $167,497
$186,062
2023
$13,044 (+0.9%)
$18,565 + $167,497
$186,062
2012
$12,925 (−3.4%)
$27,409 + $119,224
$146,633
2011
$13,380 (+3.7%)
$28,885 + $115,027
$143,912
2010
$12,907 (+7.5%)
$30,402 + $121,068
$151,470
2009
$12,005 (+4.9%)
$30,837 + $122,799
$153,636
2008
$11,443 (+7.6%)
$29,910 + $119,107
$149,017
2007
$10,631
$28,548 + $113,684
$142,232
*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
5 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Ranch
County
Winnebago County
APN
1212426003
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: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Sump Pump, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 325
# 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: 5
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,814
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rockford 205
Elementary School: Spring Creek Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Eisenhower Middle
High School: Guilford High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1212426003
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
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Spring Creek Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.8mi
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Eisenhower Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
3/10
Guilford High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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$563,000 – $682,000
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