12521 E High Rd

Davis Junction, IL 61020

$450,000
Price
4
Beds
2,400 Sq. Ft.
$188 / Sq. Ft.
2,400
Sq. Ft.
$188
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

This is the one you've been waiting for! Set among peaceful cornfields on a 4.45-acre lot, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home offers the perfect blend of country living, modern comfort, and valuable upgrades. The upper level features three bedrooms, a full bath, living room, dining, and kitchen, while the lower level includes a spacious primary bedroom, full bath, rec room, and laundry room. The property includes an attached 2-car garage plus an impressive 30x60 detached...This is the one you've been waiting for! Set among peaceful cornfields on a 4.45-acre lot, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home offers the perfect blend of country living, modern comfort, and valuable upgrades. The upper level features three bedrooms, a full bath, living room, dining, and kitchen, while the lower level includes a spacious primary bedroom, full bath, rec room, and laundry room. The property includes an attached 2-car garage plus an impressive 30x60 detached pole barn, providing excellent space for storage, hobbies, equipment, or workshop use. Off the back of the home, a brand-new Trex deck leads out to the above-ground pool, creating a great setup for relaxing or entertaining. The seller has invested in solar panels mounted on the rear of the home, helping keep heating and cooling costs much lower than you might typically expect with a rural property. The home has also been nicely updated cosmetically over the past two years and includes many major improvements, including: Paver patio, 2020 Solar panels, 2021 Windows, 2024 Pool and pool equipment, 2024 Well pressure tank, 2025 Trex deck, 2025 Furnace, 2026 Gutters, 2026 Additional features include a Ring security system with a pool gate alarm, plus a radon mitigation system installed by the previous owners. Located in the Meridian School District, this move-in ready country property has everything you need to enjoy space, privacy, and comfort inside and out.
  1. Listed by Justin Sheley • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
    C: (815)-978-8639 renewrockfordrentals@gmail.com

Property Details for 12521 East High Road

Style
Bi-Level
Garage
2.0
Garage Type/Driveway
Attached, Barn
LISTING UPDATED: 05/20/2026 06:16 PM

Property Details for 12521 East High Road

StatusActive And Available
MLS #202602899
Days on Market4
Taxes$3,478 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeHouse / House
Year Built1974
Lot Size4.45 AC / 193,842 SF
CountyOgle County
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Location

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Building Information for 12521 East High Road

Stories-Year Built1974Building Size-Lot Size4.45 AC / 193,842 SF

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$2,242

Property Taxes

$290

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Property Information for 12521 East High Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: DAVIS JUNCTION
  • State: IL
  • Zip: 61020
  • Geo Quality: 0.95
  • Geo Zoom Level: 18.0
  • Geo Address Line: 12521 E High Rd
  • Geo Primary City: Davis Junction
  • Geo Subdivision: IL
  • Geo Postal Code: 61020
  • Geo Match Code: 0
  • Geo Matched Method: 0
  • Address: 12521 E High Road
  • County: Ogle County
  • Zip Code: 61020
  • Year Built: 1974
  • School District: Meridian 223
  • Elementary School 1: Highland Elementary
  • Middle School: Meridian Jr High
  • High School: Stillman Valley High
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Acreage: 4.45
  • Property Type: Rural
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 1200
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2400
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 1200
Property and Assessments
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Type: House
  • Status: ACTIVE and AVAILABLE
  • Ownership Type: Fee Simple
  • PIN: 1115200018
  • HUD: No
Utilities
  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Siding
  • General Features: Above Ground Pool, L.L. Finished Space, Out Building(s), Security System, Fire-Pit/Fireplace, Laundry Basement
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Stove/Range Fuel: Electric
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Basement: Basement Entrance, Finished
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths: 0
  • # Full Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Main Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Main Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Lower Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • Total Baths: 2.0
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Appl Stay/Incl: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Sump Pump, Water Softener
  • Interior Features: Radon Mitigation Active
Room Information
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 14
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 9
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 13
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 12
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Length: 10
  • Bedroom 4 Width: 8
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Dining Room Length: 13
  • Dining Room Width: 11
  • Dining Room Level: Upper
Family Room
  • Family Room: No
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 11
  • Kitchen Width: 8
  • Kitchen Level: Upper
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room Length: 15
  • Living Room Width: 14
  • Living Room Level: Upper
Recreation Room
  • Rec Room Length: 16
  • Rec Room Width: 14
  • Rec Room: Yes
  • Rec Room Level: Lower
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No

Property History for 12521 East High Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602899

$450,000—
Mar 20, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #666027306

$196,000

+40029.2% / yr

Mar 20, 2020

Sold

MRED #10436743

$196,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/19/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602899

$450,000
03/20/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #666027306

$196,000

+40029.2% / yr

03/20/2020

Sold

MRED #10436743

$196,000

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

Public Records for 12521 East High Road

Taxable ValueLand$17,767Additions$80,543Total$98,310
Tax Record2025$3,479 ($290 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size193,842 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyOGLEAPN11-15-200-018

Schools near 12521 East High Road

This home is within Meridian Community Unit School District 223.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Highland Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
Monroe Center Grade School
Public - 3 to 5
Meridian Jr High School
Public - 6 to 8
Stillman Valley High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Highland Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Monroe Center Grade School
Public3 to 5

Meridian Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Stillman Valley High School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 12521 East High Road, Davis Junction, IL 61020

12521 East High Road is a single family home for sale in Davis Junction, IL 61020. This property was listed for sale on May 20, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, it's currently listed at $450,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on March 20, 2020. This listing's school district is Meridian Community Unit School District 223. Nearby schools include Highland Elementary School, Monroe Center Grade School and Meridian Jr High School. 12521 East High Road is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,400 sqft single family home built in 1974.

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