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Property Description
Earnest Money to be held by Title Underwriters Closing to take place at Title Underwriters on Water St. Please contact Justin Sheley with any questions: 815-978-8639 Check out this classic two-story Rockford home featuring several major mechanical updates already completed for peace of mind. Recent improvements include the roof (2021), gutters (2021), central A/C (2021), furnace (2019), and main sewer line from the home to the city connection (2022). Inside, you'll find hardwood floors and plenty of character throughout. Outside, the property offers a fenced backyard and a one-car garage off the alley. The kitchen and bath could benefit from cosmetic updates, and the home is priced accordingly. Currently tenant-occupied on a month-to-month lease at $1,000 per month. Due to the tenant's schedule, all showings must take place on weekends.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 717 Ellis Ave
General
- Price: $120,000
- Taxes: $2,663 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2606
- MLS ID: 202601474
- Updated: 3/18/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Other/None
- Appliances: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Garage Description: Detached
Location
- Area: Winnebago County
- County: Winnebago
- Subdivision: IL
School Information
- School District: Rockford 205
- Elementary School: West View Elementary
- Middle School: West Middle
- High School: Guilford High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: City/Community
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 2 Story
- Exterior Const.: Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,040
- Year Built: 1910
Lot Features
- Frontage: City/Town
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: City/Community
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $115.38
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $2,663
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Legal Description: HARLEM PARK SUBD PT N1/2 SEC 13-44-1 ESTLY 50 FT LOT 10 + ESTLY 50 FT LOT 011 BLOCK 026
- Flood plain: Yes
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Schools
Schools serving 717 Ellis Ave
School District:Rockford School District 205
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
R K Welsh Elementary School 2100 Huffman Boulevard, Rockford, IL 61103 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
West Middle School, Rockford, IL 1900 North Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Guilford High School 5620 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61114 | 9-12 | 3.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 717 Ellis Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/18/2026
Listed
$120,000
9.09%
MLS
12/28/2020
Sold
$110,000
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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 717 Ellis Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,663
100%
$34,103
13%
2023
100%
$30,071
64%
2022
-100%
$18,357
9%
2021
$1,328
—
$16,832
-7%
2021
$1,328
-12%
$18,147
5%
2019
$1,513
6%
$17,296
11%
2017
$1,424
-3%
$15,600
-4%
2018
$1,470
-47%
$16,300
-11%
2016
$2,762
32%
$18,283
-7%
2015
$2,088
91%
$19,652
170%
2014
$1,091
1%
$7,281
-6%
2013
$1,083
2%
$7,736
-6%
2012
$1,058
—
$8,204
—
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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717 Ellis Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103 (MLS# 202601474) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 717 Ellis Avenue is currently listed for $120,000 and was received on March 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 717 Ellis 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.

