5550 S Baileyville Rd

1,633 Sq. Ft.
$141 / Sq. Ft.
1,633
Sq. Ft.
$141
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Located in the Forreston School District, on 2 acres this 1.5-story home offers more space than it appears, featuring approximately 1,633 square feet and a functional layout designed for main floor living. The everyday conveniences includes main-floor laundry, a large kitchen with a movable island/table wth access to a spacious deck, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. A versatile office or family room with access to the spaciou deck provides flexible living space, while the living room, main-floor...Located in the Forreston School District, on 2 acres this 1.5-story home offers more space than it appears, featuring approximately 1,633 square feet and a functional layout designed for main floor living. The everyday conveniences includes main-floor laundry, a large kitchen with a movable island/table wth access to a spacious deck, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. A versatile office or family room with access to the spaciou deck provides flexible living space, while the living room, main-floor bedroom, and full bath complete the main level. Upstairs, you will find two additional bedrooms along with a walk-in closet, offering extra storage or potential dressing space. Additional features include an oversized two-car garage, new well (2019), new flooring, updated bathroom, high-efficiency natural gas furnace, and central air. Outdoor storage and hobby space abound with a 10' x 20' outbuilding perfect for a garden shed and a 16' x 22' building, great for a chicken coop. A great opportunity for buyers seeking space, functionality, and rural lifestyle amenities offering low maintenance and move in ready.
  1. Listed by Aubra Palermo • RE/MAX Unites
    P: (815)-297-1778 C: (815)-275-6610 aubra@goldengirlzteam.com

Property Details for 5550 South Baileyville Road

Area
Baileyville
Township
Silver Creek
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: 03/10/2026 11:04 AM

Property Details for 5550 South Baileyville Road

StatusPrice Change
MLS #12557419
Days on Market44
Taxes$2,974 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeHouse / 2 Stories
Year Built1922
Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
CountyStephenson County

Location

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Building Information for 5550 South Baileyville Road

Stories-Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF

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General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 221
  • Elementary School: Forreston Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Forreston Middle School
  • High School District: 221
  • High School: Forreston High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 221
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Office
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1633
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1633
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1633
  • Main Sq Ft: 959
  • Upper Sq Ft: 674
  • Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 379.5 x 352.43 x 243 x 163.65
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-01-29T20:23:22
  • Photos Count: 27
  • 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: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 23X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X4
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21X14
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 15X11

Property History for 5550 South Baileyville Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 10, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12557419

$230,000
Jan 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12557419

$259,900
Jan 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202600463

$259,900
Sep 18, 2005

Cancelled

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200564422

$124,900
Jul 11, 2005

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200564422

$134,400
Jul 8, 2005

Expired

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200560794

$134,400
Apr 10, 2005

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200560794

$134,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/10/2026

Price Change

MRED #12557419

$230,000
01/28/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12557419

$259,900
01/27/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202600463

$259,900
09/18/2005

Cancelled

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200564422

$124,900
07/11/2005

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200564422

$134,400
07/08/2005

Expired

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200560794

$134,400
04/10/2005

Listed (Active)

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #200560794

$134,900

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Public Records for 5550 South Baileyville Road

Taxable ValueLand$8,521Additions$25,046Total$33,567
Tax Record2024$2,974 ($248 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,306 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,306 SqFtStories1Lot Size87,991 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1870CountySTEPHENSONAPN04-19-29-400-009

Schools near 5550 South Baileyville Road

This home is within Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Forreston Grade School
Public1 to 5

Forreston Jr/Sr High School
Public6 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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5550 South Baileyville Road is a single family home for sale in Baileyville, IL 61007. This property was listed for sale on January 28, 2026 by RE/MAX Unites, it's currently listed at $230,000. This listing's school district is Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221. Nearby schools include Forreston Grade School and Forreston Jr/Sr High School. 5550 South Baileyville Road is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,633 sqft single family home built in 1922.

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