Rockford-area's most expensive home sold in April went for nearly $1 million

Kathi Edwards
Updated ·6 min read

The most expensive homes in the local market in April ranged from $430,000 to nearly $1 million.

Here are the 10 most expensive homes sold during April in Winnebago and Boone counties:

10. 9875 Rivers Bend Drive, Winnebago

This home at 9875 Rivers Bend Drive in Winnebago sold for $430,000 on April 7, 2023.
This home at 9875 Rivers Bend Drive in Winnebago sold for $430,000 on April 7, 2023.

This home has private river access to park and dock. The split bedroom ranch has 3,778 square feet of living space. The home has three gas fireplaces, three full bathrooms, a den, first floor laundry and three-and-a-half car garage.

This home sold for $430,000 on April 7, 2023. The property was listed by Jean P. Campbell Sooter, Gambino Realtors.

9. 3795 Hermitage Trail, Rockford

This home at 3795 Hermitage Trail in Rockford sold for $439,900 on April 21, 2023.
This home at 3795 Hermitage Trail in Rockford sold for $439,900 on April 21, 2023.

This four-bedroom, four-bathroom ranch-style home offers 3,737 square feet of living space. The home sits on .32 acres and has a finished basement, main floor laundry, two gas fireplaces and an attached three-car garage. The home also has a deck and a security system.

This home sold for $439,900 on April 21, 2023. The property was listed by Brad Zimmerman, Gambino Realtors.

8. 210 S.E. Candlewick Drive, Poplar Grove

This home at 210 S.E. Candlewick Drive in Poplar Grove sold for $489,000 on April 28, 2023.
This home at 210 S.E. Candlewick Drive in Poplar Grove sold for $489,000 on April 28, 2023.

This custom built, lakefront home features views of the lake from every angle, plus high ceilings and expansive windows. The home has an open floor plan with first floor laundry. A full walkout lower level includes a recreation room, full bath and additional bedroom. The four-car garage is tall enough to accommodate a motorhome and there is an additional garage in the lower level.

The home sold for $489,000 on April 28, 2023. The property was listed by Catherine Fiebig, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate.

7. 19489 County Line Road, Roscoe

This home at 19489 County Line Road in Roscoe sold for $452,500 on April 21, 2023.
This home at 19489 County Line Road in Roscoe sold for $452,500 on April 21, 2023.

This two-story home with more than 3,000 square feet is on five acres with mature trees and curated paths. French doors in the entry way lead to a custom kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and Corian counter tops. The front living room offers a built-in set up for entertainment components, including built-in Bose speakers throughout the main floor. Upstairs offers four bedrooms along with a reading nook. Two bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom. The master bedroom has a private master bath that has been extended and updated with a walk-in shower, double sinks, coffee bar and walk-in closet. An additional recreation area could be used as a fifth bedroom. Detached two-and-a-half car garage with additional storage space. Additional detached one-and-a-half car garage with multiple potential uses.

The home sold for $452,500 on April 21, 2023. The property was listed by Jane Eurek, Dickerson & Nieman.

6. 9449 Ridgeview Road, Belvidere

This home at 9449 Ridgeview Road in Belvidere sold for $460,000 on April 28, 2023.
This home at 9449 Ridgeview Road in Belvidere sold for $460,000 on April 28, 2023.

This custom-built ranch home sits on 1.39 acres. The open concept home is designed for entertaining with a wrap-around deck with grill and bar, hot tub and a semi-inground heated pool. One of the two-car garages doubles as an outdoor recreation room. The six-car garage has epoxy floors. The gourmet kitchen has quartz countertops, an induction stove, double oven and island with barstools. Master suite offers vaulted ceilings, fireplace, private bath with double vanity, whirlpool tub, separate shower and a walk-in closet with built-ins. Lower level is finished with a second kitchen, family room and another full bath.

The home sold for $460,000 on April 28, 2023. The property was listed by Tina C. Eisler, Gambino Realtors.

5. 10798 Shaw Road, Rockford

This home at 10798 Shaw Road in Rockford sold for $470,000 on April 11, 2023.
This home at 10798 Shaw Road in Rockford sold for $470,000 on April 11, 2023.

This completely remodeled two-story home has six-bedrooms, three full bathrooms and a wrap-around patio. The home sits on a 1.63-acre lot. The kitchen features sub-zero appliances and granite countertops. The living room has an open floor plan, fireplace and glass doors leading onto the deck. The master bedroom has tray ceilings, a fireplace and a walk-in closet plus a master bath with tiled walk-in shower, soaking tub and a granite vanity. Main floor bedroom has a slider that leads onto second deck. The property offers a three-car garage and an unfinished basement with full exposure.

The home sold for $470,000 on April 11, 2023. The property was listed by Brittany Schultz, Dickerson & Nieman.

4. 8811 Meadow Lake Trail, Rockford

This home at 8811 Meadow Lake Trail in Rockford sold for $500,000 on April 5, 2023.
This home at 8811 Meadow Lake Trail in Rockford sold for $500,000 on April 5, 2023.

This 2,498-square-foot custom-built ranch features 14-foot ceilings in the foyer, which opens to the dining room with crown molding, hardwood floors and a shiplap accent wall. The great room features a gas fireplace with quartz surround and hardwood floors. The kitchen has a center island with quartz, soft touch cabinets, double Liebherr refrigerator and a sliding door to the back deck and patio. The master suite has a tray ceiling, bath with soaking tub, tiled shower with glass door, double vanities with quartz and walk-in closet. There are two additional bedrooms, a full bath, half-bathroom and a large laundry room complete the main floor. The oversized garage has epoxy floors and features stairs for basement entrance.

The home sold for $500,000 on April 5, 2023. The property was listed by Christi M. Steines, Dickerson & Nieman.

3. 448 Old Orchard, Poplar Grove

This home at 448 Old Orchard in Poplar Grove sold for $504,955 on April 28, 2023.
This home at 448 Old Orchard in Poplar Grove sold for $504,955 on April 28, 2023.

This custom-built new construction two-story home in the Burled Wood subdivision features lots of upgrades. The home also has walk-in closets, four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The home offers 2,998 square feet of living space and has an attached three-car garage, central air and one gas fireplace.

The home sold for $504,955 on April 28, 2023. The property was listed by Dianne Parvin, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate.

2. 13150 Promontory Trail, Roscoe

This home at 13150 Promontory Trail in Roscoe sold for $549,900 on April 14, 2023.
This home at 13150 Promontory Trail in Roscoe sold for $549,900 on April 14, 2023.

This four-bedroom, three-bathroom home features coffered ceilings, walnut flooring and floor to ceiling windows. The great room style living room features hardwood flooring and a stone fireplace flanked by built-in bookcases. There are sliding doors from the living room to the custom-lighted patio with built-in gas BBQ, firepit and pergola. The gourmet kitchen has all stainless-steel appliances, granite, custom cabinets, island and breakfast bar. The master bedroom includes an en-suite with double sink vanity, frameless glass shower and heated towel rack. The main floor has two bedrooms, full bathroom and a laundry room. The partially exposed lower level offers a recreation room, a fourth bedroom, full bathroom and an insulated wine cellar with vapor barrier and sitting area. The three-car attached heated garage has epoxy floors.

The home sold for $549,900 on April 14, 2023. The property was listed by Toni Vander Heyden, Keller Williams Realty Signature.

1. 8891 Harvest Hills Trail, Rockford

This home at 8891 Harvest Hills Trail in Rockford, sold for $850,000 on April 28, 2023.
This home at 8891 Harvest Hills Trail in Rockford, sold for $850,000 on April 28, 2023.

This five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom home offers more than 10,000 square feet of living space. The home is all brick, located on two acres, with two four-car garages, a fountain, a pond, sprinkler system, double driveways and outdoor living areas with a kitchen/bar. There are four curved staircases and four fireplaces. The first-floor master has a marble bath, Jacuzzi, double shower with steam, meditation loft and wet bar. There are two family rooms, two sunrooms, two kitchens, a gym, basketball court, storm shelter and an indoor Endless Pool with a hot tub.

The home sold for $850,000 on April 28, 2023. The property was listed by Jan Mansfield, Century 21 Affiliated.

Kathi Edwards is a freelance correspondent.

This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: Here are the Rockford area's 10 most expensive homes sold in April