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Property Description
24 Hour Notice Required. Please use WCBA & NWIAR approved contract as required by judicial consent decree. Please use ShowingTime. Access information and instruction will be provided when showing is confirmed. Please use TrustFunds or EM made payable to Gambino Realtors. Please include property address on the memo line. Please remove shoes. Office License# 477012162. Enjoy this spacious 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home situated on 1.06 private acres, with approximately 5 acres of beautiful park district land behind it giving you incredible open views and walkable nature right out your back door. With over 1,900 square feet of living space, this home offers room to spread out and enjoy. The large living room flows seamlessly into the spacious family room with French doors overlooking your elevated panoramic views of the scenic land perfect for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests. Two bedrooms are located on the main level for convenience. Upstairs, you'll find the generous primary suite with plenty of closet space, along with two additional bedrooms. The lower level features a large rec room, half bath, lounge area with kitchenette, and sliding doors leading to the backyard and open landscape. An old horse barn has been converted into a unique man cave complete with a bar - the ultimate hangout space. All of this with the benefit of county taxes.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6858 Safford Rd
General
- Price: $289,000
- Taxes: $2,922 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2606
- MLS ID: 202600639
- Updated: 2/24/2026
- Added to Site: 65 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Second Kitchen
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Attached, Garage Remote/Opener
Location
- Area: Winnebago County
- County: Winnebago
- Township: Rockford Township
- Subdivision: IL
School Information
- School District: Rockford 205
- Elementary School: McIntosh Science & Tech Magnet
- Middle School: Kennedy Middle
- High School: Auburn High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 1.5 Story
- Exterior Const.: Brick/Stone, Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Basement Entrance
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 2,704
- Year Built: 1950
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1
- Frontage: County/City Road, Hard Surface Road
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Well
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $106.88
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $2,922
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Legal Description: (EXC NLY 1.439 A TO KENT CREEK FLOOD CONTROL) E 218 FT W 712 FT S 500 FT NW 1/4 SEC SEC: 07 TWP: 044 RANGE: 001 ACRES: 1.06
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Schools
Schools serving 6858 Safford Rd
School District:Rockford School District 205
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
McIntosh Elementary 525 North Pierpont Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101 | K-5 | 2.3 mi |
Kennedy Middle School, Rockford, IL 520 North Pierpont Avenue, Rockford, IL 61101 | 6-8 | 2.2 mi |
Auburn High School, Rockford, IL 5110 Auburn Street, Rockford, IL 61101 | 9-12 | 2.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 6858 Safford Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/24/2026
Price Reduced
$289,000
-3.34%
MLS
2/06/2026
Listed
$299,000
92.16%
MLS
5/29/2007
Sold
$155,600
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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 6858 Safford Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,922
-10%
$51,443
13%
2023
$3,248
100%
$45,360
12%
2022
-100%
$40,544
9%
2021
$2,787
—
$37,175
6%
2021
$2,787
5%
$35,144
5%
2019
$2,648
4%
$33,496
11%
2017
$2,540
1%
$30,210
2%
2016
$2,518
-3%
$29,644
-6%
2018
$2,599
2%
$31,566
6%
2015
$2,553
-7%
$29,644
-7%
2014
$2,749
-32%
$32,043
-16%
2013
$4,068
2%
$38,040
-6%
2012
$3,980
—
$40,343
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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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6858 Safford Road, Rockford, IL 61101 (MLS# 202600639) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 6858 Safford Road is currently listed for $289,000 and was received on February 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 6858 Safford Road? 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.

