Charming and full of character, this unique home in Rockford’s Historic Brown’s Hills District beautifully blends original details with thoughtful updates. Inside, you’ll find formal living and dining rooms accented by stained glass windows, hardwood floors, and abundant natural light. The main level features a convenient first-floor bedroom and a spacious eat-in kitchen perfect for everyday living. Upstairs offers two additional bedrooms and a generous hall bath. Just off the kitchen, a cozy three-season room leads to a huge deck overlooking the park-like backyard—an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining. Additional highlights include a detached two-car garage and a furnace replaced in 2021. Located just minutes from downtown Rockford’s shopping and dining, the Rock River bike path, Sinnissippi Park, the bandshell and golf course, the YMCA, Nicholas Conservatory, and Anderson Japanese Gardens.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
5,663 sq ftLot Size
$154Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Rebecca Thalhofer• DICKERSON & NIEMAN
Bought with Zulma Rodriguez Salas• Smart Home Realty
Est. $1,387 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 900 Ridgewood Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12590015
Apr 27, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$195,000
$154/sq ft
Apr 8, 2026
Pending
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Apr 1, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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Mar 20, 2026
Relisted (Active)
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Mar 16, 2026
Pending
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Mar 11, 2026
Listed (Active)
$205,000
$162/sq ft
+30
Charming and full of character, this unique home in Rockford's Historic Brown's Hills District beautifully blends original details with thoughtful updates. Inside, you'll find formal living and dining rooms accented by stained glass windows, hardwood floors, and abundant natural light. The main level features a convenient first-floor bedroom and a spacious eat-in kitchen perfect for everyday living. Upstairs offers two additional bedrooms and a generous hall bath. Just off the kitchen, a cozy three-season room leads to a huge deck overlooking the park-like backyard-an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining. Additional highlights include a detached two-car garage and a furnace replaced in 2021. Located just minutes from downtown Rockford's shopping and dining, the Rock River bike path, Sinnissippi Park, the bandshell and golf course, the YMCA, Nicholas Conservatory, and Anderson Japanese Gardens.
NWIAR #202601315
Apr 27, 2026
Sold
$195,000
$154/sq ft
Apr 8, 2026
Pending
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Mar 20, 2026
Relisted
—
Mar 16, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 11, 2026
Listed
$205,000
$162/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09619743
Jun 27, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$107,000
$85/sq ft
May 15, 2017
Pending
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May 8, 2017
Listed (New)
$115,000
$91/sq ft
+20
Possible servants house to Browns Mansion. Built in 1900. Unique home includes a formal living room and dining room with hardwood floors, the sitting room could double as a guest room, wood staircase leads up to a spacious bathroom, front bedroom with stained glass bay window, 2nd bedroom overlooks the park-like backyard and with loads of natural light. The enclosed porch & deck are very private & great area entertaining guest. The home boasts a newer kitchen w/upgraded counters. SS appliances & beautiful cupboards & wood floor. Some newer windows, humidifier, updated electrical, washer & dryer and all kitchen appliances stay. 2 car detached garage with newer opener. Nicely decorated and very cozy. Seller will offer a credit of $1800.00 to replace floor in bathroom or could be used for closing cost credit. HSA Home Warranty Included.
NWIAR #201702570
Jun 26, 2017
Sold
$107,000
$85/sq ft
May 7, 2017
Listed
$115,000
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 25, 2013
Sold
$100,000
$79/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 5, 2006
Sold
$122,000
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 27, 2005
Sold
$68,808
$54/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 7, 2000
Sold
$86,000
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,610 (+5.2%)
$8,704 + $45,939
$54,643
2023
$4,380 (+3.4%)
$8,704 + $45,939
$54,643
2022
$4,235 (+3.2%)
$6,860 + $36,206
$43,066
2021
$4,104 (+1.9%)
$6,290 + $33,198
$39,488
2020
$4,029 (+1.7%)
$5,946 + $31,384
$37,330
2019
$3,963 (+0.9%)
$5,667 + $29,912
$35,579
2018
$3,929 (+26.9%)
$5,340 + $28,190
$33,530
2016
$3,095 (−20.6%)
$5,111 + $26,979
$32,090
2015
$3,898 (+81.6%)
$5,015 + $26,473
$31,488
2013
$2,147 (−59.5%)
$6,672 + $8,661
$15,333
2012
$5,305 (−1.2%)
$7,076 + $34,043
$41,119
2011
$5,368 (+22.0%)
$7,457 + $35,876
$43,333
2010
$4,401 (+4.7%)
$7,849 + $37,760
$45,609
2009
$4,203 (+4.1%)
$7,961 + $38,300
$46,261
2008
$4,039 (+5.8%)
$7,722 + $37,148
$44,870
2007
$3,818
$7,370 + $35,457
$42,827
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
5,896 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
1124105020
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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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/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.13
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,609
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rockford 205
Elementary School: Clifford P Carlson Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Eisenhower Middle
High School: Guilford High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,896 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Winnebago County
APN: 1124105020
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Clifford P Carlson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.8mi
4/10
Eisenhower Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
3/10
Guilford High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
3/10
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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 102° expected this year, 14 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$221,000 – $268,000
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