Last Sold Price
4 beds3,740 sqft$128/sqft
1198 Riverside Rd, Belvidere, IL 61008

Description

One of a Kind Charming Ranch-Style home nestled on 5 acres with an Amazing 2 Story Outbuilding in Boone County! From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the wide-open surroundings, mature trees, and the feeling of quiet country living-yet still conveniently close to shopping, dining and interstate access. This home features a warm and inviting layout with several bright living spaces, thoughtfully designed rooms, and plenty of windows that bring the outdoors in. The original living and dining...One of a Kind Charming Ranch-Style home nestled on 5 acres with an Amazing 2 Story Outbuilding in Boone County! From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the wide-open surroundings, mature trees, and the feeling of quiet country living-yet still conveniently close to shopping, dining and interstate access. This home features a warm and inviting layout with several bright living spaces, thoughtfully designed rooms, and plenty of windows that bring the outdoors in. The original living and dining rooms welcome you to sit and relax awhile. The gorgeous great room has soaring ceilings of wood beams, a 2 sided fireplace with French doors leading to a cozy cedar sided bonus room/library/home office. At the heart of the home is the expansive kitchen. Enjoy the double oven, stainless appliances, eat in area, handy moveable prep island plus 3 convenient pantries for all your Costco runs. There is a main floor laundry and a full mudroom with lots of cabinets perfect for a pet lodge, sewing room or whatever you may need. Watch the gorgeous change of seasons out on the large deck which has been recently updated with no-maintenance deck boards. With 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths on the main floor, no one will be late for work or school! Beautiful hardwood floors in the master bedroom and the dedicated bathroom with a step in shower. The other bedrooms also have solid hardwood floors. The lower level offers a rec room for everyone to hang out in, a 4th full bath, a workshop and a full walk out to a covered area to sit and watch the wildlife. The attached 3.5 car garage is oversized for large trucks, trailers and your toys. Several recent updates including an all new driveway 2025, new heating system in the outbuilding 2025, 2 furnaces with air cleaners 2017, new roof 2018, washer/dryer 2018, gutter guards on the house and outbuilding, AC 2020, fireplace insert 2023. Outside, 5 acres of land give you endless possibilities-your own animals, gardening, hobby farming, recreation, or simply savoring the privacy and tranquility. The 30x60 2 story outbuilding offers a concrete floor, wood stove and it's own propane heat source. The circle driveway has been completely restored and provides ample parking for large gatherings. This location is so ideal! Belvidere District 100 Schools, Belvidere North High School, 5 min to I90, Javon Bea Hospital, Costco and so many dining and shopping choices! Whether you're relaxing in 1 of the many cozy living rooms, cooking in the well-appointed kitchen, or stepping out to enjoy the views, this home makes everyday living easy and enjoyable. Quick close possible so see it today!
LISTING CLOSED: 04/21/2026 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1198 Riverside Road

Status
MLS #
12520928
Days on Market
113
Taxes
$10,284 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
House / 1 Story
Year Built
1971
Lot Size
5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
Area
Belvidere
Township
Belvidere
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned

Location

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Building Information for 1198 Riverside Road

Stories-Year Built1971Building Size-Lot Size5.00 AC / 217,800 SF

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Property Information for 1198 Riverside Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 100
  • High School District: 100
  • High School: Belvidere North
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 100
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 13
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Double Sided, Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Finished, Exterior Entry, Egress Window, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1068
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room
  • Room Type: Office, Great Room, Recreation Room, Workshop, Mud Room, Bonus Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Oven, Water Softener, Electric Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Air Purifier, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 2672
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 3740
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3740
  • Main Sq Ft: 2672
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: 4.0-4.99 Acres
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 491x489x444x444
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Accessibility Features: Ramp - Main Level
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1068.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2672
Property and Assessments
  • Possible Use: Horses
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-11-20T23:09:17
  • Photos Count: 35
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 28X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 22X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 11X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X16
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 32X10
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 18X11
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 17X14
Work Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Work Room
  • Dimensions: 15X8
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 14X13
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Dimensions: 22X20

Property History for 1198 Riverside Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 21, 2026

Sold

MRED #12520928

$480,000
Apr 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12520928

$595,000
Apr 13, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1938536341

$480,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/21/2026

Sold

MRED #12520928

$480,000
04/21/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12520928

$595,000
04/13/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1938536341

$480,000

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Public Records for 1198 Riverside Road

Taxable ValueLand$27,967Additions$123,741Total$151,708
Tax Record2025$10,507 ($876 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,672 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,672 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,672 SqFtStories1Lot Size217,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1971Year Renovated1999ZoningA1CountyBOONEAPN05-05-152-003

Schools near 1198 Riverside Road

This home is within Belvidere Community Unit School District 100.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Seth Whitman Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Belvidere Central Middle School
Public6 to 8

Belvidere North High School
Public9 to 12

Everest High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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