About This Home

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 2116 Harlem Boulevard in Rockford, IL is listed for $525,000 ($156 per sqft). Built in 1924, the home offers 3,369 sqft of living space on a 0.30 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1924
  • 0.30 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
2 full, 1 half
2-car garage
1924

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

Historic Barloga Home on Edgewater's Waterfront Row! One of only twelve homes with full water views, this 1924 Jesse Barloga residence pairs original architectural character with meaningful updates and a rare .3 acre lot. From spring through fall, watch the turn of the seasons from the screened porch.

Morning coffee belongs in the front sitting room, looking out over the water. Direct bike-path access and a short walk to Sinnissippi Park or Rockford Country Club make it easy to spend the day outdoors. Inside, Barloga's details still lead: original built-ins, French doors, picture rail, and fireplace, plus generous closets and storage throughout.

Practical upgrades include an attached garage, yard irrigation, and a fully fenced backyard that wraps the driveway. Main level: Foyer, living room, formal sitting room, dining room, kitchen with butler's pantry, and a guest half bath. Upper level: Four spacious bedrooms and a large bonus room suited as a playroom, office, or guest space.

Two full baths including one converted into a private primary en-suite. Custom closets in three bedrooms. Primary suite: Two large closets plus an additional 200 sq. ft. bonus space with a bay-window reading nook and custom shelving making it ready to use as a walk-in closet, office, home gym, or extra laundry. Waterfront on the doorstep, Timeless on the inside. Own a rare piece of history!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,808/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$380
Interest$2,275
Insurance$153

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

2116 Harlem Boulevard

Rockford, IL 61103

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Attic StorageBar-DryBook Cases Built InCeiling Fan(s)Countertop-GraniteRadon Mitigation ActiveSecurity SystemWalk-In ClosetWindow Treatments

Property Details

Parking

Off AlleyOpen

Heating

SteamHot Water(Heating)

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DisposalDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove/CooktopWasherWater Softener

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 2116 Harlem Boulevard is listed at $525,000 ($156/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,808 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1924, 0.30 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: Attic Storage, Bar-Dry, Book Cases Built In.

This property is listed by Karl Gasbarra.

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Karl Gasbarra

Agent at Gambino Realtors

Listed by Gambino Realtors · Broker phone: (815) 637-0101 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 202606046· Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS· 36 days on PropertySimple

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2116 Harlem Boulevard, Rockford, IL 61103

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