Last Sold Price
2 beds2,772 sqft$38/sqft
2243 E River Rd, Freeport, IL 61032

Description

Stone home built in 1867 has a lot of history and tons of potential! Own your own spring fed private pond and still close to the highway whether commuting or looking for a weekend get away. Property was built prior to 1978 and lead-based paint potentially exists. Seller does not pay customary closing costs: including title policy, escrow fees, survey or transfer fees. Proof of funds required on cash transactions; Lender Pre-Approval letter for financed offers (dated within last 30 days). This property...Stone home built in 1867 has a lot of history and tons of potential! Own your own spring fed private pond and still close to the highway whether commuting or looking for a weekend get away. Property was built prior to 1978 and lead-based paint potentially exists. Seller does not pay customary closing costs: including title policy, escrow fees, survey or transfer fees. Proof of funds required on cash transactions; Lender Pre-Approval letter for financed offers (dated within last 30 days). This property may qualify for Seller Financing (Vendee). Owner is the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. when submitting your offer make SURE the Buyers name exactly as it is on their pre-approval (if financing) or proof of funds (if cash). Name can NOT be changed later ?
LISTING CLOSED: 02/18/2022 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Aubra Palermo • Re/Max Property Source
    P: (815) 297-1778 offers@GoldenGirlzTeam.com

Property Details for 2243 East River Road

MLS #
202106351
Days on Market
108
Taxes
$5,685 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
House / 2 Stories
Year Built
1867
Lot Size
5.40 AC / 235,224 SF
Style
2 Story
Garage
2.0
Garage Type/Driveway
Detached, Gravel

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$105,000

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

98.2%

Freeport, IL

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Building Information for 2243 East River Road

Stories-Year Built1867Building Size-Lot Size5.40 AC / 235,224 SF

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Property Information for 2243 East River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Grid: Freeport
  • City: FREEPORT
  • State: IL
  • Zip: 61032
  • Address: 2243 E River Road
  • County: Stephenson County
  • Zip Code: 61032
  • Year Built: 1867
  • School District: Freeport 145
  • Elementary School 1: Center Elementary
  • Middle School: Freeport Jr High
  • High School: Freeport High
  • Township: Lancaster
Taxes and HOA
  • HOA Fee: $0
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Taxes: $5,685
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Acreage: 5.4
  • Front: 1200.0
  • Rear: 1198.0
  • Side 1: 131.0
  • Side 2: 245.0
  • Property Type: Creek/Pond, Rural
  • Road Frontage: County/City Road, Hard Surface Road
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 700
  • Est Main Sq. Ft.: 1156
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2772
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 2072
Property and Assessments
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Type: House
  • Status: SOLD & CLOSED
  • Ownership Type: Fee Simple
  • PIN: 071427327004
  • HUD: No
  • Est Upper Sq. Ft.: 916
Utilities
  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick/Stone, Vinyl
  • General Features: Basement Entrance, Horses Allowed, L.L. Finished Space, Out Building(s), Partial Exposure, Patio, Fire-Pit/Fireplace, Laundry Basement, Porch 3 Season, Porch 4 Season
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Stove/Range Fuel: Electric
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Basement: Basement Entrance, Finished, Partial Exposure
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Baths: 1
  • Half Baths: 2
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • # Full Baths Upper Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Main Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Main Lvl: 1
  • # Full Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Lower Lvl: 1
  • Total Baths: 1.5
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water/Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Appl Stay/Incl: None
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans/Remotes, Radon Mitigation Active, Walk-In Closet
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Length: 15'
  • Master Bedroom Width: 11'
  • Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 12'
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 10'
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Dining Room Length: 13'
  • Dining Room Width: 12'
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room
  • Family Room: Yes
  • Family Room Length: 18'
  • Family Room Width: 13'6
  • Family Room Level: Lower
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 13'
  • Kitchen Width: 11'
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room Length: 18'6
  • Living Room Width: 18'
  • Living Room Level: Main
Additional Rooms
  • Addl Room 5 Length: 13'
  • Addl Room 5 Width: 11'
  • Addl Room 5 Name: Den
  • Addl Room 5 Level: Lower
  • Addl Room 6 Name: 4 Season
  • Addl Room 6 Level: Main
  • Addl Room 6 Length: 20'
  • Addl Room 6 Width: 11'
  • Addl Room 7 Name: 3 Season
  • Addl Room 7 Level: Lower
  • Addl Room 7 Length: 19'
  • Addl Room 7 Width: 11'
  • Addl Room 8 Name: Laundry
  • Addl Room 8 Level: Lower
  • Addl Room 8 Length: 17'
  • Addl Room 8 Width: 12'
  • Addl Room 9 Name: Cedar Clst
  • Addl Room 9 Level: Upper
  • Addl Room 9 Length: 6'
  • Addl Room 9 Width: 3'6
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No

Property History for 2243 East River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 18, 2022

Sold

MRED #11236061

$106,000
Feb 17, 2022

Sold

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202106351

$106,000
Jan 14, 2022

Pending

MRED #11236061

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/18/2022

Sold

MRED #11236061

$106,000
02/17/2022

Sold

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202106351

$106,000
01/14/2022

Pending

MRED #11236061

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

Public Records for 2243 East River Road

Taxable ValueLand$15,885Additions$49,315Total$65,200
Tax Record2025$5,473 ($456 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size235,224 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountySTEPHENSONAPN07-14-27-327-004

Schools near 2243 East River Road

This home is within Freeport School District 145.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 5 to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Freeport Middle School
Public7 to 8

Freeport High School
Public9 to 12

Carl Sandburg Middle School
Public5 to 6

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