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Property Description
HIGHEST AND BEST OFFER DEADLINE IS 6PM ON 6/29. Welcome home to this charming brick bungalow that's been refreshed and is ready for its new owners! This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers a perfect blend of character and updates with fresh paint throughout, new carpet in both bedrooms, new flooring in the kitchen and bathroom, and beautiful hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms. Stay cozy during the colder months with the wood burning fireplace, and enjoy your morning coffee or evening relaxation on the spacious 9' x 19' covered front porch. The updated bathroom features a new vanity. The full basement offers endless possibilities for future finishing or additional storage. Looking for room to grow? The walk up attic provides an excellent opportunity to create a third bedroom, home office, or additional living space. Outside, you'll find a fully fenced backyard with a concrete patio, perfect for entertaining, pets, or summer evenings. This home is move in ready with classic charm and room to expand. Don't miss your opportunity to make this Rockford bungalow your next home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1535 Benton St
General
- Price: $149,900
- Taxes: $1,589 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12689285
- Updated: 6/28/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Rockford
- County: Winnebago
- Township: Winnebago
- Driving Directions: East State to Prospect to Benton
School Information
- School District: 205
- Elem School District: 205
- Midd School District: 205
- High School District: 205
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,078
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1930
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 147
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1930
- Tax Amount: $1,589.76
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1124376011
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Schools
Schools serving 1535 Benton St
School District:Rockford School District 205
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
C Henry Bloom Elementary School 2912 Brendenwood Road, Rockford, IL 61107 | K-5 | 1.3 mi |
Abraham Lincoln Middle School 1500 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61104 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Rockford East High School 2929 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61108 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 1535 Benton St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/26/2026
Listed
$149,900
71.31%
MLS
9/30/2005
Sold
$87,500
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Public Record
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 1535 Benton St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,405
17%
$27,826
13%
2023
$1,198
100%
$24,536
12%
2022
-100%
$21,930
9%
2021
$1,116
-47%
$20,108
-15%
2016
$2,109
36%
$23,661
5%
2019
$1,548
6%
$22,552
6%
2018
$1,463
-31%
$21,253
4%
2017
$2,128
1%
$20,340
2%
2016
$2,109
-1%
$19,959
—
2015
$2,135
-7%
$19,959
-7%
2014
$2,306
-28%
$21,393
-6%
2013
$3,182
36%
$22,727
-6%
2012
$2,336
—
$24,103
—
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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1535 Benton Street, Rockford, IL 61107 (MLS# 12689285) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1535 Benton Street is currently listed for $149,900 and was received on June 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 1535 Benton Street? 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.
