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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,548 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 2 hours ago

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251 Merrill Avenue,Loves Park, IL 61111

251 Merrill AvenueLoves ParkIL61111

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Charming 3-bedroom Cape Cod situated in a prime location in Loves Park, featuring an inviting arched doorway that leads to a living room with crown molding, gleaming hardwood floors, and a cozy brick fireplace. The formal dining room offers crown molding, hardwood flooring, a slider to the outdoor space, and a pass-through to the kitchen-perfect for entertaining. The kitchen boasts ample cabinet storage, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a tile backsplash. A bright corner office with abundant natural light is ideal for working from home or could easily be a 4th bedroom. The sought-after main level primary bedroom includes access to a full bath and could also serve as a family room. Upstairs showcases two generously sized bedrooms and an additional full bath. The full basement offers endless potential for additional living space, including a rec room, laundry area, and storage. NEW: Roof (2018), AC (2025), Water Heater (2025), water softener system, gutters (2018), front stoop (2018), and sidewalk(2018). Included: smart thermostat.Detached 2 car garage with work shop area. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, , the interstate, and just steps from Martin Park and the Rock River-this home perfectly blends charm, functionality, and an unbeatable location.

Full Property Details for 251 Merrill Ave

General

  • Price: $227,000
  • Taxes: $3,682 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12605280
  • Updated: Today (4/1/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Water Softener (Owned)
  • Other Features: Interstate Access

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Yes, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Loves Park
  • County: Winnebago
  • Township: Rockford
  • Driving Directions: From Riverside to south on N 2nd to Merrill.

School Information

  • School District: 122
  • Elem School District: 122
  • Midd School District: 122
  • High School District: 122
  • Elementary School: Loves Park Elementary School
  • Middle School: Harlem Middle School
  • High School: Harlem Middle School
  • Private School: Harlem Middle School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Cape Cod
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 1,548
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 10454

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Year: 1930
  • Tax Amount: $3,682
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 1101454053

Listed by Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC and Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company

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Schools serving 251 Merrill Ave

School District:Harlem Unit School District 122
NameGradesDistance
Loves Park Elementary School
344 Grand Avenue, Loves Park, IL 61111
1-60.2 mi
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center
808 Harlem Road, Machesney Park, IL 61115
PK-K2.2 mi
Harlem Middle School
735 Windsor Road, Loves Park, IL 61111
7-81 mi
Harlem High School
9229 North Alpine Road, Machesney Park, IL 61115
9-123.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 251 Merrill Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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4/01/2026
Listed
$227,000
140.21%
MLS
1/20/2017
Sold
$94,500
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Tax History for 251 Merrill Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,682
7%
$50,199
13%
2023
$3,455
100%
$44,263
12%
2022
-100%
$39,563
9%
2021
$3,052
—
$36,276
6%
2021
$3,052
8%
$34,294
5%
2019
$2,820
-9%
$32,686
1%
2018
$3,104
-16%
$32,483
4%
2017
$3,707
5%
$31,088
6%
2016
$3,529
-1%
$29,336
—
2015
$3,570
15%
$29,336
-8%
2014
$3,116
-1%
$31,913
-6%
2013
$3,160
2%
$33,904
-6%
2012
$3,111
—
$35,957
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251 Merrill Avenue, Loves Park, IL 61111 (MLS# 12605280) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 251 Merrill Avenue is currently listed for $227,000 and was received on April 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 251 Merrill Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Loves Park? You can browse all Loves Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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