Freeport
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On the market: This 4-bedroom home is just minutes from Freeport
Property Description: This 3- or 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home just minutes from Freeport in Royal Oaks sits on 1.4 acres with a 1,400 sq. ft. outbuilding that has a 375 sq. ft. loft. Completely updated with modern kitchen and 4-season porch with gas fireplace and a wrap-around deck. Additional 25' x 12' barn and garden shed. The laundry is currently in the third bedroom but has additional hookups in the lower level. New furnace (2021), well pump and piping (2020), and a whole house Kohler generator around 7 years old. Full basement.
On the market: Victorian home in Freeport offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Description: This Victorian home built in 1882 offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including one in the master ensuite. The home also has a fenced yard, formal dining room, sitting room, main floor laundry and new kitchen. There are newer vinyl windows, hardwood and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the house. The home also features a walk-up attic, full basement and a detached one-car garage. There is 1,854 square feet of living space on .28-acre lot.
See which 4 communities landed on December's most expensive homes list near Freeport
The top most expensive homes sold in December in the Freeport area ranged from $135,000 to $265,000. Four communities in Stephenson County were represented on the December list. Here's a look at the top ten. 10. 110 Woodlane Drive, Cedarville. This ranch-style four-bedroom, two-bathroom home has 2,592 square feet of...
Housing review: Low inventory, high mortgage rates drove Freeport-area market for 2023
While it was a tough year for buyers in Stephenson, Jo Daviess and Carroll counties, the 2023 housing market showed some promise and signs that things may improve this year. According to the North West Illinois Alliance of Realtors, a total of 973 homes were sold in the tri-county region, an 11.2-percent drop from 2022 and the fourth-straight year of decreased sales for area agents. There were 1,096 homes sold in 2022 in the region.
Stephenson County home listings asked for more money in January – see the current median price here
The median home in Stephenson County listed for $126,600 in January, up 1.3% from the previous month's $125,000, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to January 2023, the median home list price increased 10.8% from $114,225. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale...
On the market: 3-bedroom Freeport home built in 2002 is on more than 1 acre of land
Description: This Freeport home built in 2002 has an open floor plan, more than 4,000 square feet of living space and dual living spaces. The home offers three bedrooms with an opportunity for more. There is a bar/kitchenette in the full walk-out basement, as well as a non-conforming fourth bedroom and third full bathroom. The house also boasts the convenience of in-floor heating in addition to forced air. Main floor laundry. This home is energy efficient because of its dual efficient mechanical systems. Situated on over an acre of land, this property has its own private well and septic systems. County taxes.
On the market: Updated Freeport home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
Description: This two-story three-bedroom, two-bathroom home has had many updates, including electrical, plumbing, new shingles, vinyl siding, new flooring, most new windows and doors. There is an extra room next to the living room that could be used as a main floor bedroom, office or recreation room. The backyard is partially fenced. The three bedrooms and one full bathroom are on the second level. The walk-up attic could be finished for a recreation room or additional bedroom. The home has one woodburning fireplace and several ceiling fans along with a full basement. The home offers 1,866 square feet of living space. The home has a detached one-car garage.
On the market: 3-bedroom home near Freeport has large outbuilding with 4-car garage
Description: This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home has hickory cabinets with granite countertops, a closet pantry, hardwood floors and stainless appliances in the kitchen. The eat-in space off the kitchen has a slider to a new deck. The living room was re-done from the studs out in 2023 along with all new carpet in January 2023. The main bathroom is brand new. The main bedroom has two walk-in closets. Relax and unwind on the covered front porch with swing. There is a 24-by-45 outbuilding with concrete floor, floor drain, 10-foot ceilings, exhaust fan and industrial ceiling fan along with a 24-by-40 four-car garage and 33-by-12 shed with service and overhead doors. Everything has been updated including electrical, plumbing, siding and roof.
Stephenson County home prices fell 7.4% in December, with houses listed at a median of $125,000
The median home in Stephenson County listed for $125,000 in December, down 7.4% from the previous month's $134,950, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to December 2022, the median home list price decreased 2.7% from $128,400. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale...
On the market: 3-bedroom home near Freeport has a 2-acre yard
Description: This rural home in the Dakota School District features three bedrooms, three full bathrooms and a two-car garage along with a 2-acre yard. There are oak hardwood floors in the main living areas. The home has an open-concept design. The kitchen is equipped with hickory cabinets, a pantry and stainless-steel appliances. All three bedrooms are on the main floor. The primary bedroom has an ensuite. The finished walkout basement includes a recreation room, bonus room and storage space. The deck has steps leading down to the yard. The outdoor space also boasts a stamped concrete patio with a fire pit and mature trees. Solar panels on the home are leased and available for transfer.
No Freeport-area home sold for more than $500K in 2023
With 2023 in the rearview mirror, we know which homes sold for top dollar in Stephenson County. Homes from Lake Summerset, Freeport, Orangeville, Dakota, Pearl City and German Valley all cracked the top 10 for last year. Here are the 10 most expensive homes sold in 2023 in the Freeport...
On the market: 2-bedroom Freeport home sits on a wooded lot with views of the creek
Description: This two-bedroom, two-bathroom ranch-style home sits on a wooded lot of 1.5 acres with a view of the creek. The master bedroom has a sitting area with a stone fireplace. The living room, which also has a stone fireplace, opens into the dining room. There are skylights in the dining room. The kitchen has an island. There is a deck around the back of the house. The four-season room has heated floors. The property also includes storage and garden sheds. The home has an attached two-car heated garage.
On the market: 4-bedroom Freeport-area home near Lake Summerset's beach and pool
Description: This four-bedroom, three-bathroom ranch home is near the pool and beach in Lake Summerset. The three-car garage has an extra deep spot for boat storage. The home has new carpeting, a new roof, new siding and new windows. The main floor master has an updated ensuite bath with a shower. There are Corian counters in the kitchen. The full, walkout lower-level family room has a full bath, fourth bedroom, laundry, workshop and access to the back yard. Patio doors in the dining room lead to a private cement-paved seating area. There is also a whole-house vacuum system.
No Freeport-area home sold in November surpasses $330K
The housing market appeared to cool down in November in Stephenson County. Of the ten most expensive homes sold in the county in November, none of the homes surpassed $330,000. Here's a look at the top 10. 10. 214 E. Provost St., Lena. This 2,435-sqaure-foot home has 4-5 bedrooms, two...
On the market: Freeport home with 3 bedrooms was built in 1900 and has above ground pool
Address: 4740 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport Description: This three-bedroom, two-bathroom home in the Pearl City School District has 2,750 square feet of living space. It was built in 1900 and boasts original woodwork. The main floor master bedroom includes a walk-in closet with a family room added in 1998. The family room has tray ceiling and patio door to the back yard. The main floor laundry has a sky light and door to side yard. The...
On the market: 4-bedroom Freeport-area home is located on a 7-acre lot
Description: This four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home has more than 2,400 square feet of living space on a 7-acre lot with a creek along the property line. The home has vaulted ceilings in the living room and main floor family room. The main floor master suite has a fireplace, walk-in closet, soaking tub and double vanity. All four bedrooms are upstairs. The main floor laundry room connects to the two-car garage. The full basement features a second staircase leading to the garage.
Freeport dominates area's most expensive homes sold in October
The housing in the market in the Freeport area continues to remain robust. Here's a look at the 10 most expensive homes sold in Stephenson County in October. This five-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom home is in Silver Creek Township and has a half-acre yard. The home has an outdoor stove, outdoor tree house and an above ground pool. There is a shower in the finished basement. There's a one-car attached garage.
Stephenson County home prices fell 6.9% in November, with houses listed at a median of $134,950
The median home in Stephenson County listed for $134,950 in November, down 6.9% from the previous month's $144,900, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to November 2022, the median home list price increased 4.7% from $128,900. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale...
On the market: 4-bedroom Freeport home near Krape Park has 4 bathrooms
Description: This four-bedroom, four-bathroom (2-full and 2-half) one-owner house built in 1988 is near Krape Park. The kitchen has a breakfast bar and eat-in area. Formal dining room has French doors to sitting room. There are family and bonus rooms in the full basement. All four bedrooms are on the second level. The home also has a three-car attached garage. The home also features central air conditioning and a brick fireplace.
On the market: 2-bedroom home near Freeport is on nearly a half-acre
Description: Situated on almost a half-acre, this two-story home has two bedrooms with hardwood floors and one updated bathroom upstairs. The living room, dining area and updated kitchen with a center island are all on the main level. The main floor laundry has access to the backyard. The backyard is fenced and has a deck. The home also has an oversized two-car garage, a wood burner, shed for storage and a newer driveway.
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