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917 Willard Ave W
Rockford, IL 61101
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Make yourself right at home in this 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch available for rent in desirable NW Rockford. This charming home offers 768 square feet of comfortable living space and a great blend of classic character and modern updates. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors in one bedroom and brand-new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the rest of the home. This home does have a newer furnace and central air. The updated kitchen and bathroom feature modern finishes, with a spacious jacuzzi tub perfect for relaxing. The attic is insulated for improved energy efficiency. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced yard, and an oversized 2.5-car garage with plenty of space for parking and storage. Conveniently located near Auburn Street with easy access to shopping, dining, and local amenities. This well-maintained home is move-in ready and offers comfortable living in a great location. Appliances include stove, refrigerator, and dishwasher. This is a non smoking home! Cats allowed with a $300 non-refundable pet fee and an additional $25/pet/month. RENTAL CRITERIA To qualify for this rental, applicants must meet the following requirements: - NO evictions within the last 5 years. - Monthly income must be at least 3 times the rental amount, unless receiving long-term rental assistance. - Clean background is required. Application & Screening Process: - An application must be submitted to schedule a showing. - After viewing the rental, applicants MUST complete a soft credit, background, and eviction check ($32 per applicant), unless a valid report from the last 30 days is provided. - Screening results will be classified as Accept, Low Accept, or Conditional, which determines the deposit amount.
917 Willard Ave W is a house located in Winnebago County and the 61101 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Rockford School District 205 attendance zone.
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Rockford, Illinois combines city living with natural surroundings along the Rock River. The city's rental market remains budget-friendly, with one-bedroom apartments renting for $956, showing a 5.9% increase over the past year. Two-bedroom units average $1,204, while three-bedroom homes typically rent for $1,382. The historic downtown district features converted loft apartments in restored buildings, while the established east side neighborhoods offer a mix of single-family homes and apartment communities.
True to its "Forest City" nickname, Rockford features extensive parkland and mature trees throughout its residential areas. Anderson Japanese Gardens, ranked among North America's premier Japanese gardens, provides a peaceful retreat within the city.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Drive: | 14 min | 7.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 8.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 54 min | 40.0 mi |
917 Willard Ave W is within 14 minutes or 7.5 miles from Rockford University. It is also near Rock Valley College and Rasmussen College-Illinois.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
333 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK & 3-5
335 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
380 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,936 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
202 Students
Nearby
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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917 Willard Ave W
Rockford, IL 61101