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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Hardwood floors
- Quiet neighborhood
- Granite counter tops
- Newly updated kitchen
Location
229 Foster Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61102, United States|Ellis Heights
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Property Overview
229 Foster Avenue offers hardwood floors and granite countertops in a newly updated kitchen, enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Located in a quiet neighborhood, it is conveniently situated within 1.39 miles of a top-rated high school and 0.72 miles from a top-rated middle school. Additionally, outdoor spaces support pet friendliness, making this location an inviting option for a variety of lifestyles.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 229 Foster Avenue, Ellis Heights
Apartment Amenities
| Deck | Garage Detached |
| Hardwood Floor | Water |
Appliances
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
Services
| Garbage |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 229 Foster Avenue
A Rare & Special Find if you're lucky to find it first! ... This single family home sits nestled on a corner lot in a peaceful neighborhood. It features and extra deep two car garage - to keep your tools and vehicle out of the weather. Enjoy hardwood floors and granite counter tops in the newly updated kitchen. Adorable single family home on a corner lot in a quiet neighborhood. Extra deep two car garage. Hardwood floors, granite counter tops in kitchen.
229 Foster Avenue is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 229 Foster Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Address details
| Neighborhood | Ellis Heights |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 61102 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Ellis Heights
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Ellis Heights
Rockford
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,200 |
| January 2024 | $1,175 |
| February 2024 | $1,192 |
| March 2024 | $1,300 |
| April 2024 | $1,300 |
| May 2024 | $1,283 |
| June 2024 | $1,252 |
| July 2024 | $1,324 |
| August 2024 | $1,268 |
| September 2024 | $1,203 |
| October 2024 | $1,250 |
| November 2024 | $1,297 |
| December 2024 | $1,318 |
| January 2025 | $1,322 |
| February 2025 | $1,300 |
| March 2025 | $1,310 |
| April 2025 | $1,312 |
| May 2025 | $1,385 |
| June 2025 | $1,400 |
| July 2025 | $1,401 |
| August 2025 | $1,400 |
| September 2025 | $1,394 |
| October 2025 | $1,398 |
| November 2025 | $1,438 |
| December 2025 | $1,399 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,175 |
| July 2024 | $1,050 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$54,000/yr
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Schools near 229 Foster Avenue
Barbour Two-Way Lang Immersion
1506 clover ave
rockford, IL, 61102
K-8Public
C-
Roosevelt Community Education Center
978 haskell ave
rockford, IL, 61103
PK, 9-12Public
C
Summerdale Early Childhood Center
3320 glenwood ave
rockford, IL, 61101
PKPublic
Fairview Early Childhood Center
512 fairview ave
rockford, IL, 61108
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Ellis Heights | Rockford, IL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Rockford near 229 Foster Avenue
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 229 Foster Avenue, Rockford
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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