511 E 8th St
Rock Falls, IL 61071
2 Beds
1 Bath
945 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
945 sqft
Local Information
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Description
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**OFFER ACCEPTED, PAPERWORK PENDING COURT APPROVAL**
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$48
Listed
85 days ago
Home Details for 511 E 8th St
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MLS Status: Contingent |
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Interior Details Basement: Unfinished,None,FullNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 945 Square Feet |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access |
View No View |
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Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 62Days on Market: 85 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1950 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence |
Building Construction Materials: FrameNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 11273790130000 |
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Price List Price: $45,000Price Per Sqft: $48 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: Rock Falls |
School Information Elementary School District: 20Jr High / Middle School District: 20High School District: 301 |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 12575470 |
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Is a Senior Community |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 7150 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Court Approval Required |
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Contingencies: Attorney/InspectionListing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell |
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BasementMls Number: 12575470Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractBack On Market Date: Wed Mar 25 2026 |
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Diana Soldo Massaro, (773) 326-6500
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12575470
Price History for 511 E 8th St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 03/18/2026 | $1,200 | Listed For Rent | Zillow Rentals |
| 04/16/2007 | $74,500 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07342968 |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $2,054 |
| Assessment | $29,730 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 511 E 8th St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.14 | Single-Family Home | $127,000 | 01/23/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,141 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $103,000 | 03/06/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,144 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $80,500 | 04/23/26 | 2 | 1 | 800 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $125,000 | 07/01/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,172 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $108,000 | 12/17/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,379 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $79,900 | 11/21/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,234 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $80,000 | 10/30/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,320 | |
0.05 | Single-Family Home | $115,000 | 07/07/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,325 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $80,000 | 03/10/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,828 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 511 E 8th St.
- Dillon Elementary School
- K-2
- Public
- 268 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
No reviews available for this school. - Merrill Elementary School
- 3-5
- Public
- 247 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Rock Falls Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 230 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school. - Rock Falls Township High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 497 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageN/AStudent Review18y ago 
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89 % Say parking is easy
88 % Say kids play outside
87 % Say it's dog friendly
84 % Say yards are well-kept
58 % Say there are sidewalks
58 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say there's holiday spirit
48 % Say it's quiet
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say there's wildlife
42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
38 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
37 % Say streets are well-lit
15 % Say there are community events
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Diana Soldo Massaro, Baird & Warner
Agent Phone: (773) 326-6500
511 E 8th St, Rock Falls, IL 61071 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 945 sqft single-family home built in 1950. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Feb 23, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12575470.