Pending48d on market
5165 Browns Beach Rd
Rockford, IL, 61103 • 61103 • Winnebago County
$249,900
$186/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
3Baths
1,340Sqft
0.76 acLot
1940Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Panorama · River
Character Home
Built 1940 · 86 years of history
IL
61103
Outdoor Living
Deck · Covered
1 Fireplace
Gas
Special Features
Outbuilding · Guest House · Shed(s)
3-Car Garage
Detached · Garage Door Opener
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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48 days on market
Established listing
$186/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1940
Riverfront Living on the Rock River – Fully Remodeled Bungalow with Extra Lot and Income Potential! Welcome to your private retreat on the beautiful Rock River! Nestled on a quiet dead-end street, this charming riverfront bungalow offers the perfect blend of peaceful surroundings and modern updates. Inside you will find a fully remodeled interior featuring thoughtful finishes and convenient first floor laundry. The home offers comfortable, move-in ready living with a layout designed for both relaxation and functionality. Enjoy morning coffee or evening sunsets from the spacious deck overlooking the water or take a short walk to the nearby park for even more outdoor enjoyment. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and investors will love the oversized three car garage complete with a one bedroom apartment above — ideal for guests, rental income, a private office, or multigenerational living. Attached to the garage is a covered porch area perfect for gatherings, plus a convenient half bath accessible from outside — making entertaining effortless. The full basement includes an exterior entrance, offering additional storage, workspace potential, or future finishing opportunities. As an added bonus, the sale includes an additional lot directly behind the property featuring a covered pavilion. Whether you envision hosting summer parties, creating a garden retreat, or building an additional outbuilding, the possibilities are wide open. Riverfront views. Extra space. Income potential. Entertaining-ready. This one truly has it all. Property is being sold As-Is with Choice Home Warranty.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights thoughtful finishes, riverfront bungalow, and convenient first floor laundry as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,647/month
Principal & Interest$1,313
Property Tax$250
Insurance$83
Down payment20% ($49,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $199,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1940
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking3 Garage spaces
Lot0.76 Acres
Days on Zillow48 Days
Price/sqft$186
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1940
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofShingle
ConstructionSiding
Water / SewerCity/Community / City/Community
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached, Garage Door Opener
Garage3 spaces
BasementBasement Entrance,Full,Sump Pump,Full Exposure
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced
Lot0.76 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood61103
Annual tax$5,597
Parcel736253013
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Book Cases Built In
Appliances
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove/Cooktop
Water Softener
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Main Level
Fireplace
Gas
Windows
Skylight(s)
Window Treatments
Exterior Features
Parking
Detached
Garage Door Opener
Construction
Siding
Patio & Porch
Deck
Covered
Lot Features
Full Exposure
City/Town
Views
Panorama
River
Other Structures
Outbuilding
Guest House
Shed(s)
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main19×12 ft228 sqft
Bedroom2
Upper15×10 ft150 sqft
Dining Room
Main13×14 ft182 sqft
Kitchen
Main25×10 ft250 sqft
Living Room
Main10.8×31 ft334.8 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusPending
Days on market48
Est. value$248,900
Est. rent$1,763/mo
Tax rate2.31%
Price/sqft$186
On marketFeb 20, 2026
PostedFeb 20, 2026
Last sold$103,000
MLS updatedMar 6, 2026
Tour days6
Views143
Favorites1
How are the schools in Rockford?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Rockford, IL, 61103
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 6, 2026Pending Sale$249,900$186NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®
Feb 20, 2026Listed For Sale$249,900$186NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®
Jul 10, 2003Sold$103,000$77Public Record
Pending Sale$249,900
Mar 6, 2026•$186/sqft•NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®
Listed For Sale$249,900
Feb 20, 2026•$186/sqft•NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®
Sold$103,000
Jul 10, 2003•$77/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
20 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$5,483$68,302
Apr 10, 2023$5,089$59,533
Apr 10, 2022$4,971$54,141
Apr 10, 2021—$51,105
Apr 10, 2020$4,914$48,974
Apr 10, 2019$4,846$46,973
Apr 10, 2018$4,465$44,856
Apr 10, 2017$4,910$43,977
Apr 10, 2016$4,910$42,416
Apr 10, 2015$4,764$41,597
Apr 10, 2014$4,700$41,597
Apr 10, 2009$4,858$50,486
Apr 10, 2007—$55,173
Apr 10, 2006—$51,781
Apr 10, 2005—$47,981
Apr 10, 2004—$46,114
Apr 10, 2003—$39,522
Apr 10, 2001—$38,319
Apr 10, 2000—$36,998
Apr 10, 1999—$36,198
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Local context around this listing
Rockford, IL • Winnebago County
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