512 College Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61104


$399,500

For Sale
Status: Contingent
Sqft: 3,847
Cost/Sqft: $104
Beds: 5
Baths: 3
Year Built: 1900
Property Taxes: $1,455
Days On Market: 50
Lot Size: 0,32
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Description

This fully remodeled all-brick 3-story home is masterfully remodeled, offering over 3,800 square feet of thoughtfully designed and beautifully finished living space. From the moment you step onto the welcoming covered front porch and into the grand marble-floored foyer, you'll be captivated by the timeless elegance and modern upgrades that define this extraordinary home. The main level features a large dining room, a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a versatile bedroom currently used as an office, and a stunning full bathroom with tile flooring and a tile-surround shower. The chef's kitchen is a showstopper-complete with soft-close cabinetry, a large island topped with soapstone, tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, beverage fridge, tile floors, and a hutch that stays with the home. Refinished hardwood floors extend throughout the main level, adding warmth and character. The original staircase with elegant railings leads to four generously sized bedrooms on the second floor, all with hardwood floors, as well as two beautifully updated bathrooms and a convenient laundry area. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and a luxurious en-suite bath with tile flooring and a tile-surround shower. A fully finished third level offers an expansive family room with over 800 square feet of additional living space-ideal for a media room, playroom, or private retreat. An additional stairwell connects all levels from the basement to the top floor, providing seamless flow throughout the home. Step outside to enjoy the freshly landscaped and fenced backyard from the 2-story covered rear porch or the main-level covered back porch. A matching all-brick two-car garage with a new door completes the property. Extensively renovated between 2023-2025 with permits and city inspection sign-offs, this home offers true peace of mind. Major updates include new electrical wiring, 200 amp service, lighting, roof, gutters, windows with the exception of the stairwell windows and picture window in dining room, ductwork, two HVAC systems, water heater, plumbing (PVC and PEX), insulation, drywall (90% new), kitchen, bathrooms, refinished hardwood flooring, all other flooring is new. Combining historic charm with modern conveniences, this home is truly one-of-a-kind and move-in ready.

Property Specifics

Single Family
1900
No
0.32
Winnebago
— / Not Applicable
12433289
1126177013

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Middle School
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
205 Not in DB
High School
Rockford East High School
205 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
28 Aug, 2025 Under contract $399,500 MRED MLS
Last price change $425,000 MRED MLS
4 Aug, 2025 Listed for sale $425,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
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Third Bedroom Info:
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Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
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Other Specifics

2
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Finished
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2025 $1,455

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