# 6858 Safford, ROCKFORD, IL 61101

> **TL;DR:** 5bd/3ba single family, $289,000 ($400/sqft), 723 sqft.
> Fireplace, Basement. Est. $1,252/mo. Listed 63 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $289,000 |
| Price/sqft | $400 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full, 1 half |
| Square Feet | 723 |
| Lot Size | 46,174 sqft (1.06 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 63 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $1,252 |
| **Total** | **$1,252** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Mcintosh Science & Tech Magnet
- **Middle:** Kennedy Middle
- **High:** Auburn High

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- Basement

## Property Highlights

- 1.06 acre lot
- 1.5 stories
- 2 parking spaces
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Enjoy this spacious 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home situated on 1.06 private acres, with approximately 5 acres of beautiful park district land behind it giving you incredible open views and walkable nature right out your back door. With over 1,900 square feet of living space, this home offers room to spread out and enjoy. The large living room flows seamlessly into the spacious family room with French doors overlooking your elevated panoramic views of the scenic land perfect for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests. Two bedrooms are located on the main level for convenience. Upstairs, you’ll find the generous primary suite with plenty of closet space, along with two additional bedrooms. The lower level features a large rec room, half bath, lounge area with kitchenette, and sliding doors leading to the backyard and open landscape. An old horse barn has been converted into a unique man cave complete with a bar — the ultimate hangout space. All of this with the benefit of county taxes.

## Location

- **Address:** 6858 Safford, ROCKFORD, IL 61101
- **Coordinates:** 42.302641, -89.17132
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=42.302641,-89.17132

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Jay Dowthard
- **Brokerage:** Gambino Realtors
- **Phone:** 8152897530
- **Email:** jaydowthard74@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![6858 Safford - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/7243b301a8a6ebdfa5f6a9cf4605b1c0l-f1598472819r.jpg)

*33 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/6858-safford-rockford-il-61101-02600639)*

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**MLS#:** 202600639 | **Updated:** 2026-04-24
**Source:** listhub

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