521 N Vale Avenue, Rockford, IL 61107 - Photo 1

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$205,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,466 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Check out this well-maintained all-brick ranch on a spacious double lot with numerous updates throughout. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features beautiful hardwood flooring, two cozy wood-burning fireplaces, and both formal living and dining spaces. The kitchen offers an eat-in area and a new range, flowing easily into the main living areas for everyday convenience. Step out to the screened porch and take in the beautifully landscaped yard-complete with blooming flowers, mature bushes, and a private backyard setting that's perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The full unfinished basement provides ample storage and potential to finish to your liking. Major mechanical updates include a roof and gutters (2022), water heater (2023), and furnace and central A/C (2010). The attached 2-car garage features a new smart garage door opener with backup battery. Located in a nice neighborhood within walking distance of parks, this home is also close to downtown, shopping, entertainment, Rock Valley College, and Rockford University. Conveniently located near schools and community amenities, this property blends comfort, peace of mind, and long-term value.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 521 N Vale Ave

General

Sold For: $205,000
Taxes: $4,495 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12371543
Added to Site: 171 day(s) ago

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Basement, Wood-Burning
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: Rockford
County: Winnebago
Driving Directions: Rural Street to N Vale Ave

School Information

School District: 205
Midd School District: 205
Elementary School: Maud E Johnson Elementary School
Middle School: Abraham Lincoln Middle School
High School: Rockford East High School
Private School: Rockford East High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch
Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Square Feet: 1,466
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1950
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 100 x 129

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1950
Tax Amount: $4,495.04
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 1219332001

Listed by Re/Max of Rock Valley
Sold by RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles

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Schools

Schools serving 521 N Vale Ave

School District:Rockford School District 205

Name	Grades	Distance
Maud E Johnson Elementary School 3805 Rural Street, Rockford, IL 61107	K-5	0.6 mi
Abraham Lincoln Middle School 1500 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61104	6-8	1.2 mi
Rockford East High School 2929 Charles Street, Rockford, IL 61108	9-12	1.1 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 521 N Vale Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/15/2025

Sold

$205,000

2.5%

MLS

8/27/2025

Price Reduced

$200,000

-2.44%

MLS

5/23/2025

Listed

$205,000

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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.

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Total Baths
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521 N Vale Avenue, Rockford, IL 61107 (MLS# 12371543) is a Single Family property that was sold at $205,000 on September 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 521 N Vale Avenue? 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.

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