1240 S Appleton Rd

3,048 Sq. Ft.
$95 / Sq. Ft.
3,048
Sq. Ft.
$95
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Spacious Ranch on almost 1/2 acre with additional living space in the attic that could serve as a 4th (or possible 5th) bedroom. Huge living room features recessed lighting, crown molding and a beautiful wood-burning fireplace. The massive dining room features a wood-sided wall and a bay window. Gallery-style kitchen opens to an eat-in area with backyard views. Master bedroom includes a newer bathroom with a jetted tub. Recent major updates: all-new windows and siding (2019) and a new roof (2018)....Spacious Ranch on almost 1/2 acre with additional living space in the attic that could serve as a 4th (or possible 5th) bedroom. Huge living room features recessed lighting, crown molding and a beautiful wood-burning fireplace. The massive dining room features a wood-sided wall and a bay window. Gallery-style kitchen opens to an eat-in area with backyard views. Master bedroom includes a newer bathroom with a jetted tub. Recent major updates: all-new windows and siding (2019) and a new roof (2018). Partially finished basement offers a large recreation room with a second wood-burning fireplace and a half bath, plus extensive unfinished storage space. Ideal for buyers seeking single-story living with expandable space and generous outdoor yard. Large covered front porch and back fenced in area separate from back yard for small dogs and/or private entertaining. Tons of closets and built in-s throughout. 2 car garage has double the space for workshop areas.
  1. Listed by Angie Wait • Keller Williams Realty Signature
    P: (815)-494-1531 angiewait@kw.com

Property Details for 1240 South Appleton Road

Style
Ranch
Garage
2.5
Garage Type/Driveway
Detached
LISTING UPDATED: 04/29/2026 01:33 PM

Property Details for 1240 South Appleton Road

StatusActive And Available
MLS #202602285
Days on Market7
Taxes$3,872 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeHouse / 1 Story
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF
CountyBoone County

Location

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Building Information for 1240 South Appleton Road

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF

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Property Information for 1240 South Appleton Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: BELVIDERE
  • State: IL
  • Zip: 61008
  • Geo Quality: 0.95
  • Geo Zoom Level: 18.0
  • Geo Address Line: 1240 S Appleton Rd
  • Geo Primary City: Belvidere
  • Geo Subdivision: IL
  • Geo Postal Code: 61008
  • Geo Match Code: 0
  • Geo Matched Method: 0
  • Address: 1240 S Appleton Road
  • County: Boone County
  • Zip Code: 61008
  • Year Built: 1920
  • School District: Belvidere 100
  • Elementary School 1: Washington Elementary
  • Middle School: Belvidere South Middle
  • High School: Belvidere High
  • Township: Belvidere
Taxes and HOA
  • HOA Fee: $0
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Taxes: $3,872
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Acreage: 0.4
  • Property Type: City/Town, Rural
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 816
  • Est Main Sq. Ft.: 2232
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3048
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 2232
Property and Assessments
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Type: House
  • Status: ACTIVE and AVAILABLE
  • Ownership Type: Fee Simple
  • PIN: 0535151005
  • HUD: No
  • Est Upper Sq. Ft.: 456
Utilities
  • Water: City/Community
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Siding
  • General Features: Garden Shed, L.L. Finished Space, Main Floor Primary, Laundry Basement, Porch Covered, Solar Panels, Fenced Yard
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Stove/Range Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths: 1
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • # Full Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Main Lvl: 2
  • # 1/2 Baths Main Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Lower Lvl: 1
  • Total Baths: 2.5
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Appl Stay/Incl: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Sump Pump, Water Softener Rented
  • Interior Features: Window Treatments
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 14
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 9
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 9
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 8
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Length: 28
  • Bedroom 4 Width: 17
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Dining Room Length: 23
  • Dining Room Width: 11
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room
  • Family Room: No
  • Family Room Level: N/A
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 29
  • Kitchen Width: 10
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room Length: 21
  • Living Room Width: 14
  • Living Room Level: Main
Recreation Room
  • Rec Room Length: 32
  • Rec Room Width: 17
  • Rec Room: Yes
  • Rec Room Level: Lower
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No

Property History for 1240 South Appleton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 24, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12628301

$290,000
Apr 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602285

$290,000
Feb 12, 2018

Sold

MRED #09728998

$95,800
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/24/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12628301

$290,000
04/22/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602285

$290,000
02/12/2018

Sold

MRED #09728998

$95,800

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1240 South Appleton Road

Taxable ValueLand$5,152Additions$45,639Total$50,791
Tax Record2024$3,872 ($323 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,232 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,232 SqFtStories1Lot Size19,602 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1980CountyBOONEAPN05-35-151-005Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1240 South Appleton Road

This home is within Belvidere Community Unit School District 100.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Academy
PublicPK to 5

Belvidere South Middle School
Public6 to 8

Belvidere 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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1240 South Appleton Road is a single family home for sale in Belvidere, IL 61008. This property was listed for sale on April 23, 2026 by Keller Williams Realty Signature, it's currently listed at $290,000. It has been on the market for a total of 7 days and was last sold on February 12, 2018. This listing's school district is Belvidere Community Unit School District 100. Nearby schools include Washington Academy, Belvidere South Middle School and Belvidere High School. 1240 South Appleton Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,048 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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