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Property Description
Please use booties and make sure lights are off except the front outside lights. All appliances included and HSA warranty of $665 with washer and dryer add on. Billiard table to be included. Stunning, Quality-Built Two-Story Home with Main Floor Master Suite! Tucked away in a peaceful Cherry Valley Township neighborhood, this beautiful home offers the perfect blend of comfort, craftsmanship, and convenience. Enjoy quick access to shopping and the interstate, while being just minutes from the scenic trails of Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve. Nearly 3,900 square feet of living space includes 2,553 square feet above grade plus an additional 1300 finished square feet in the lower level. The open-concept main floor features a dramatic great room with soaring ceilings and oversized windows, a formal dining room, and a private office or den with French doors. The updated kitchen showcases granite countertops and KitchenAid stainless steel appliances and opens to a massive deck surrounded by lush, mature trees for natural privacy-perfect for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. The main-floor primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a double vanity and jetted tub. A convenient main-floor laundry completes the layout. The finished lower level is designed for entertaining and everyday enjoyment-featuring a beautiful bar and rec room with tile flooring, tappers, built-in TVs, quartz countertops, and all-new cabinetry. You'll also find a theater room, exercise studio, billiards room and two versatile bonus rooms ideal for offices or hobbies. Meticulously maintained and move-in ready-this home truly has it all! Featuring newer roofing shingles, furnace and home warranty for added peace of mind.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5196 E Forest Trail
General
- Sold For: $455,000
- Taxes: $8,313 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2606
- MLS ID: 202506839
- Added to Site: 74 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Audio/Video, Bar-Dry, Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop-Granite, Walk-In Closet, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Sump Pump, Washer, Water Softener
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Garage Description: Attached
Location
- Area: Winnebago County
- County: Winnebago
- Subdivision: IL
School Information
- School District: Rockford 205
- Elementary School: Cherry Valley Elementary
- Middle School: Bernard W Flinn Middle
- High School: Jefferson High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 2 Story
- Exterior Const.: Brick/Stone, Siding, Vinyl
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 3,853
- Year Built: 2002
Lot Features
- Frontage: City/Town
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Well
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $118.09
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $8,313
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Legal Description: Per Title
- Flood plain: Yes
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Schools
Schools serving 5196 E Forest Trail
School District:Rockford School District 205
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
White Swan Elementary School 6754 Armer Drive, Rockford, IL 61109 | K-5 | 2 mi |
Bernard W Flinn Middle School 2525 Ohio Parkway, Rockford, IL 61108 | 6-8 | 3.2 mi |
Jefferson High School, Rockford, IL 4145 Samuelson Road, Rockford, IL 61109 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5196 E Forest Trail
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/25/2025
Sold
$455,000
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MLS
11/03/2025
Listed
$455,000
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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.
5196 E Forest Trail, Rockford, IL 61109 (MLS# 202506839) is a Single Family property that was sold at $455,000 on November 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 5196 E Forest Trail? 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.

