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Monroe Center, IL Home for Sale

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    $645,000

    • Land
    • 50 Acres
    • $12,900 per Acre

    000 E Mcneal Rd, Monroe Center, IL 61052

    12,900 per acre. 50 total acres, 49.38 tillable. High quality, tillable, "B" quality farm.

    Timothy Hayden Hayden Real Estate, Inc.

    000 E Mcneal Rd, Monroe Center, IL 61052

Why Live in Monroe Center

Monroe Center, Illinois, is a quiet rural community near Rockford, offering residents a peaceful atmosphere with more space, privacy, and lower noise levels. The area has a low crime risk, significantly safer than the national average. Despite its remote setting, Monroe Center is conveniently located near Interstate 39, making it a short drive to Rockford (17 miles north) and Rochelle (16 miles south). Chicago Rockford International Airport is nearby, providing flights to 10 destinations, while Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 74 miles east. The community lacks public transportation, so residents rely on cars for travel. Housing styles in Monroe Center include farmhouses, workers' cottages, ranch-style homes, bungalows, split-levels, Cape Cods, traditional homes, and Colonial Revivals, with most properties featuring large lots averaging 3.5 acres. Homes near the main intersection of North Milford Road and Illinois State Road 72 are closer together. Monroe Center is served by the well-rated Meridian Community Unit School District No. 223, with Meridian Junior High School and Stillman Valley High School both receiving high ratings. Dining options are limited but have improved, featuring local spots like Cruisin I-39 and Maddog's Bar & Grill. Recreational activities are available at the small local park and nearby nature centers and forest preserves in Rockford, offering sports courts, mountain biking trails, and fishing ponds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average home price in Monroe Center, IL?
Homes for sale in Monroe Center, IL have an average home price of $288,366.
How many homes have sold over the last 12 months in Monroe Center, IL?
24 homes have sold in Monroe Center, IL over the last 12 months.
What are the most popular zip codes in Monroe Center, IL?
The most popular zip codes in Monroe Center, IL include 61052, 60146, 61049, 61020 and 61109.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Monroe Center?
The median home price in Monroe Center is $239,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $47,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $53K a year to afford the median home price in Monroe Center.
How are the schools in Monroe Center, IL?
Monroe Center, IL has highly rated public and private schools. Some of the best schools in Monroe Center based on Niche Grades are Meridian Junior High School, Stillman Valley High School and Highland Elementary School. Browse all the schools in Monroe Center, IL to learn more.

Home Trends in Monroe Center, IL

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$240,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$240,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$141
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median List Price
$239,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
-4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%
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