NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5196 E Forest Trail Rockford, IL 61109

Estimated Value: $440,000 - $528,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,853 Sq Ft
$123/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 25, 2025

Last sale price $455,000 $118 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,251 / mo

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

As of November 2025

Stunning, Quality-Built Two-Story Home with Main Floor Master Suite! Tucked away in a peaceful Cherry Valley Township neighborhood, this beautiful home offers the perfect blend of comfort, craftsmanship, and convenience. Enjoy quick access to shopping and the interstate, while being just minutes from the scenic trails of Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve. Nearly 3,900 square feet of living space includes 2,553 square feet above grade plus an additional 1300 finished square feet in the lower level. The open-concept main floor features a dramatic great room with soaring ceilings and oversized windows, a formal dining room, and a private office or den with French doors. The updated kitchen showcases granite countertops and KitchenAid stainless steel appliances and opens to a massive deck surrounded by lush, mature trees for natural privacy-perfect for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. The main-floor primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a double vanity and jetted tub. A convenient main-floor laundry completes the layout. The finished lower level is designed for entertaining and everyday enjoyment-featuring a beautiful bar and rec room with tile flooring, tappers, built-in TVs, quartz countertops, and all-new cabinetry. You'll also find a theater room, exercise studio, billiards room and two versatile bonus rooms ideal for offices or hobbies. Meticulously maintained and move-in ready-this home truly has it all! Featuring newer roofing shingles, furnace and home warranty for added peace of mind.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dave Larson

Keller Williams Realty Signature License #475173220 Listed on: 11/03/2025

Keller Williams Realty Signature

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member

NON MEMBER

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,313

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 110 x 270
  • Cul-De-Sac

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,853 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Bar
  • Dry Bar
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • Home Gym
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,313

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0.68 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Owned, Gas Oven
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
  • LivingArea: 3853
  • Room Type: Exercise Room, Theatre Room, Other Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3853
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 3853
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick/Stone Msn Pred
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 110 x 270
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 5

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8313
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 3, 2025
Closed on
Nov 25, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dave Larson
Keller Williams Realty Signature
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
NON MEMBER
List Price
$455,000
Sold Price
$455,000
Views
58
Current Estimated Value
$473,621

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$18,621
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.29%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2017
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,375
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2005
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$455,000 None Listed On Document
$250,000 Title Underwriters Agency
$289,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $255,375
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/25/2025 11/25/25 Sold $455,000 0.0% $118 / Sq Ft
11/08/2025 11/08/25 Pending -- -- --
11/03/2025 11/03/25 For Sale $455,000 -- $118 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $8,313 $116,462 $10,388 $106,074
2023 $8,037 $104,723 $9,341 $95,382
2022 $8,006 $95,793 $8,800 $86,993
2021 $7,744 $87,258 $8,369 $78,889
2020 $7,731 $83,548 $8,013 $75,535
2019 $7,575 $79,630 $7,637 $71,993
2018 $7,675 $76,354 $7,437 $68,917
2017 $7,682 $74,102 $7,218 $66,884
2016 $7,610 $72,535 $7,065 $65,470
2015 $3,772 $71,203 $6,935 $64,268
2014 $8,054 $79,482 $10,044 $69,438
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Dave Larson

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Dave Larson

    Keller Williams Realty Signature

    (815) 243-9144

    133 Total Sales

    Dave Larson
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Non Member

    NON MEMBER

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12498689

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-16-229-003

Illinois Winnebago County Rockford 61109

5196 E Forest Trail, Rockford, IL

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