Opportunity knocks in Rock Falls! Estate sale offering a prime opportunity for investors or neighbors looking to expand on a generous 50x143 level lot. The property features a single-story ranch with approximately 945 sq ft, including 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a full unfinished basement, and a detached garage. Located just a few houses away from Wallingford Park, this site is a candidate for a tear down or total renovation. The location is exceptionally convenient, near schools, shops and public transportation. For recreation, you are only minutes from the scenic Rock River waterfront. **Drive By First, Interior Access for Serious Inquiries Only**Enter with Caution** Buyer to do due diligence and verify all information ** Sold strictly As-Is, Where Is with all contents and personal property included ** This is an Estate Sale and Exempt from Disclosures**Include probate rider, current POFs with all offers ** Allow time for court approval **OFFER REVIEW BEGINS MONDAY MARCH 2**
Active
$45,000
511 E 8th St, Rock Falls, IL 61071
2beds
945sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
7,150 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$48/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Single-story ranchDetached garageFull unfinished basement
- 7 days |
- 702 |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 02, 2026 at 06:21am
Listing courtesy of:
Diana Soldo Massaro 312-265-4931,
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12575470
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,None,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 945 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 143
Details
- Parcel number: 11273790130000
- Special conditions: Court Approval Required
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Rock Falls
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $48/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $29,730
- Annual tax amount: $2,054
- Date on market: 2/24/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,443/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $45,000-39.6%$48/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12575470 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2007 | Sold | $74,500$79/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07342968 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,054 +11.6% | $29,730 +8.4% |
| 2023 | $1,842 +7.2% | $27,419 +6.1% |
| 2022 | $1,718 +8.6% | $25,853 +5.7% |
| 2021 | $1,582 +1.3% | $24,459 +1.7% |
| 2020 | $1,561 +9% | $24,041 +3.7% |
| 2019 | $1,432 +9.1% | $23,181 +2.3% |
| 2018 | $1,312 +1.9% | $22,665 +1.9% |
| 2017 | $1,288 +3.6% | $22,240 +1.7% |
| 2016 | $1,243 -3.4% | $21,866 -4.8% |
| 2015 | $1,286 +3% | $22,968 +2.7% |
| 2014 | $1,249 -2.9% | $22,355 -2.7% |
| 2013 | $1,286 +789.6% | $22,968 |
| 2012 | $145 -89.9% | $22,968 -5.4% |
| 2011 | $1,437 +1.2% | $24,271 -0.7% |
| 2010 | $1,420 +1.1% | $24,430 +0% |
| 2009 | $1,405 -34% | $24,420 +2.1% |
| 2008 | $2,130 +35.6% | $23,913 +7% |
| 2007 | $1,571 | $22,348 +13.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $19,719 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$312/mo
Principal & interest
$232
Property taxes
$80
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 61071
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Merrill Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Rock Falls Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Rock Falls Township High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 20
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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