5514 S Forester Dr

Rochelle, IL 61068

$284,900
Price
3
Beds
1,638 Sq. Ft.
$174 / Sq. Ft.
1,638
Sq. Ft.
$174
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

All brick ranch on lovely, landscaped half acre lot just outside of town. Move right into this meticulously maintained 3 bedroom / 2 bath home with fully finished basement. This home features a spacious living room and a large family room on the main level with a gas fireplace with brick surround. A sun porch with screens and wind block is across the back of the house looking out into the private, fenced backyard. Updates include a new roof in 2020, new front door in 2021 w/ warranty, and casement...All brick ranch on lovely, landscaped half acre lot just outside of town. Move right into this meticulously maintained 3 bedroom / 2 bath home with fully finished basement. This home features a spacious living room and a large family room on the main level with a gas fireplace with brick surround. A sun porch with screens and wind block is across the back of the house looking out into the private, fenced backyard. Updates include a new roof in 2020, new front door in 2021 w/ warranty, and casement windows updated over the years. Plus the furnace, central air and hot water heater all done in 2022. The well water pressure tank is only 2 years old. Property is being sold "AS-IS."
  1. Listed by Sherry Murphy • Hayden Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (815)-761-4554 C: (815)-761-4554 smurphy@haydenreinc.com

Property Details for 5514 South Forester Drive

Area
Flagg Center / Hillcrest / Kings / Rochelle
Township
Flagg
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 11/11/2025 02:02 AM

Property Details for 5514 South Forester Drive

StatusActive
MLS #12485178
Days on Market115
Taxes$4,465 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1972
Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
CountyOgle County

Location

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Building Information for 5514 South Forester Drive

Stories-Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,780 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,408

Property Taxes

$372

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5514 South Forester Drive

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 231
  • High School District: 212
  • High School: Rochelle Township High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 231
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1316
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Office, Bonus Room, Recreation Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
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: 1638
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2559
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2954
  • Main Sq Ft: 1638
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 157.6x138.25
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 921.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 395
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-10-03T17:20:06
  • Photos Count: 26
  • Rural: Y
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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: Shower Only
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 21X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 23X14
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 26X12
Office Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 11X10
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 11X13

Property History for 5514 South Forester Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 4, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12485178

$284,900—
Oct 10, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12485178

$289,900—
Oct 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12485178

$299,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/04/2025

Price Change

MRED #12485178

$284,900
10/10/2025

Price Change

MRED #12485178

$289,900
10/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12485178

$299,900

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

Public Records for 5514 South Forester Drive

Taxable ValueLand$11,468Additions$53,642Total$65,110
Tax Record2024$4,465 ($372 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,638 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,638 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,796 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1972CountyOGLEAPN24-15-302-007

Schools near 5514 South Forester Drive

This home is within Rochelle Twp Hsd 212 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lincoln Elementary School
Public - PK to 1
Rochelle Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rochelle Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
Tilton Elementary School
Public - 4 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Lincoln Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

Rochelle Middle School
Public6 to 8

Rochelle Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Tilton Elementary School
Public4 to 5

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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More information about 5514 South Forester Drive, Rochelle, IL 61068

5514 South Forester Drive is a single family home for sale in Rochelle, IL 61068. This property was listed for sale on October 3, 2025 by Hayden Real Estate, Inc., it's currently listed at $284,900. This listing's school districts are Rochelle Twp Hsd 212 School District, Rochelle Central Consolidated School District 231. Nearby schools include Lincoln Elementary School, Rochelle Middle School and Rochelle Twp High School. 5514 South Forester Drive is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,638 sqft single family home built in 1972.

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