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Property Description
Seller will likely be home for showings so always knock 1st! Vacant lot adjacent is included in this sale. Total acreage of both parcels is 1.17 acres mol. Water softener is a rental. Satellite dish stays. All pool supplies stay. Multiple Parcels - 2025 tax: 1225402021/$7,031, 1225402022/$650.82 Tucked away in a quiet rural subdivision where the country meets the city, this one owner custom built home is ready for you! Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere with nature, wildlife and a creek in your own back yard! This home, sitting high and dry has a walk out lower level, an attached 3 car garage (1056 SF) plus another 2 car garage/workshop (884 SF). To top that off, there is a heated above ground pool and patio to enjoy in the good weather months. A screened main level deck has sliding doors off the primary bedroom and overlooks the 17x25 ft. pool, patio and private back yard. The primary bedroom also has a walk-in closet and a very large shared full bath with glass enclosed shower and an antique tub. The shared main bath has touches of modern sophistication mixed with antique pieces that all blend together nicely. The main level of the home has an entry foyer and great room atmosphere. The vaulted ceilings encompass the dining area, living room, breakfast bar, and ultra modern kitchen. The beautiful granite counters, breakfast bar (main) kitchen and center island (lower level) kitchen are gorgeous. You'll love the large pantry closets, glass mosaic tiled backsplashes and under cabinet lights in both kitchens! The appliances all stay except for the 1st floor washer and dryer which are not included. The second bedroom, den/office and laundry are also located on the first floor. The walk out lower level has a large entry room at the bottom of the stairs, huge L-shaped bedroom with walk in closet, family room, full bath, second kitchen and dining room with sliding glass doors to the patio and pool area. A utility/laundry room is located in the lower level. This amazing home with a great floor plan, quality craftmanship and creative custom fixtures was designed and built by the homeowner! Every last detail of this home was thoughfully integrated where some antique fixtures meet with modern design. This home has great possibilities for a multi-generational family. The walk out level bedroom is L-shaped and has a walk-in closet. The walk out level also has electric baseboard heat. All smoke detectors are hard wired in. The close proximity to shopping, dining and recreation, as well as easy access to I-39/90 makes this home a great choice! Honeywell/Generac whole house generator stays with the house! The .60 acre lot next door is included, with both parcels totaling approximately 1.17 acres!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1388 Melwood Dr
General
- Price: $450,000
- Taxes: $7,031 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2606
- MLS ID: 202602300
- Updated: 4/26/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-Vaults/Cathedral, Ceiling-Wood Decorative, Countertop-Granite, Second Kitchen, Walk-In Closet, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan Remote(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener, Water Softener Rented
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 5
- Garage Description: Asphalt, Attached, Garage Remote/Opener, Other, Under, Concrete
Location
- Area: Winnebago County
- County: Winnebago
- Subdivision: IL
School Information
- School District: Rockford 205
- Elementary School: District 205-RFD
- Middle School: District 205-RFD
- High School: District 205-RFD
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Exterior Const.: Siding, Vinyl
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Basement Entrance, Finished, Full Exposure
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 3,424
- Year Built: 2005
Lot Features
- Frontage: Hard Surface Road
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Well
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $131.43
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $7,031
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Legal Description: 1388 Melwood: ADAM'S CREEKSIDE ESTATES PT W 1/2 SE 1/4 SEC 25-44-2 LOT 2 1412 Melwood: ADAM'S CREEKSIDE ESTATES PT W 1/2 SE 1/4 SEC 25-44-2 LOT 1
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Schools
Schools serving 1388 Melwood Dr
School District:Rockford School District 205
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
White Swan Elementary School 6754 Armer Drive, Rockford, IL 61109 | K-5 | 2.6 mi |
Eisenhower Middle School 3525 Spring Creek Road, Rockford, IL 61107 | 6-8 | 5.4 mi |
Guilford High School 5620 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61114 | 9-12 | 4.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 1388 Melwood Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/24/2026
Listed
$450,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1388 Melwood Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,623
100%
$90,323
13%
2023
100%
$79,643
5%
2022
-100%
$75,640
9%
2021
$6,683
—
$69,356
2%
2021
$6,683
—
$68,038
5%
2019
$6,693
1%
$64,847
6%
2018
$6,653
5%
$61,113
8%
2017
$6,351
9%
$56,812
9%
2016
$5,833
-1%
$51,995
—
2015
$5,894
19%
$51,995
3%
2014
$4,959
—
$50,294
-6%
2013
$4,971
2%
$53,431
-6%
2012
$4,891
—
$56,667
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1388 Melwood Drive, Rockford, IL 61108 (MLS# 202602300) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1388 Melwood Drive is currently listed for $450,000 and was received on April 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 1388 Melwood Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Rockford? You can browse all Rockford real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

