Last Sold Price
4 beds3,648 sqft$137/sqft
8548 E Edwardsville Rd, German Valley, IL 61039

Description

Looking for a tranquil property with panoramic views, pastures and building set up for horses, chickens and more? This updated 4 bedroom, 3 bath farmhouse has over 3,600 sq feet, is situated on 7.03 acres with a 50x100 shop and barn complete with stalls. The southern facing front porch opens to a massive foyer highlighting the open concept living areas on the main floor. The home has dark hardwood floors, white woodwork and trim, windows everywhere showcasing the amazing private vistas entice you...Looking for a tranquil property with panoramic views, pastures and building set up for horses, chickens and more? This updated 4 bedroom, 3 bath farmhouse has over 3,600 sq feet, is situated on 7.03 acres with a 50x100 shop and barn complete with stalls. The southern facing front porch opens to a massive foyer highlighting the open concept living areas on the main floor. The home has dark hardwood floors, white woodwork and trim, windows everywhere showcasing the amazing private vistas entice you to be outdoors but there is so much inside too! The living room is open to the dining area with fireplace and large peninsula with seating for 6. Loads of white cabinetry with stainless steel appliances, built-in wine fridge and custom designed coffee center. The dining room opens to the 4-season porch for easy entertaining. Cozy up in the family room with surround sound for movie watching. Massive game room with custom barn doors and pool table. Enormous mud room/drop zone off garage with full bath perfect for coming in from the outdoors. Custom office with built-in desk, wood walls and floors make it a joy to work from home with northern and western views. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms, 2 with walk-in closets, a full hall bath with dual vanity. Primary suite has electric fireplace with reclaimed wood surround, bath with dual vanity, heated floors, and tile glass walled shower w/dual heads. Lower level has unique theater room with projector, cozy leather furniture, bar area and has charm of limestone walls and massive original beams. Tons of storage in basement. The barn has a chicken coop, 3 horse stalls, tack room, hayloft, frost free water hydrant and is adjacent to flexible pasture areas including cross fenced area with electric fencing and heated/automatic water. Shop has tons of space for the hobbyist, storing your toys, or for a home based business. Featuring updated LED lighting, 220 electric with an abundance of outlets, oil burning furnace, WI-FI and air compressor connections along north wall. Please see attached amenity sheet for more detailed information.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/15/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Kathy Heeren-Ellis • Gambino Realtors
    P: (815)-316-4028 C: (815)-708-4061 heerenellis4@aol.com

Property Details for 8548 East Edwardsville Road

MLS #
202602594
Days on Market
5
Taxes
$2,024 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
House / 2 Stories
Year Built
1915
Lot Size
7.03 AC / 306,226 SF
Style
2 Story
Garage
2.0
Garage Type/Driveway
Attached

Location

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Building Information for 8548 East Edwardsville Road

Stories-Year Built1915Building Size-Lot Size7.03 AC / 306,226 SF

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Property Information for 8548 East Edwardsville Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: GERMAN VALLEY
  • State: IL
  • Zip: 61039
  • Geo Quality: 0.95
  • Geo Zoom Level: 18.0
  • Geo Address Line: 8548 E Edwardsville Rd
  • Geo Primary City: German Valley
  • Geo Subdivision: IL
  • Geo Postal Code: 61039
  • Geo Match Code: 0
  • Geo Matched Method: 0
  • Address: 8548 E Edwardsville Road
  • County: Stephenson County
  • Zip Code: 61039
  • Elementary School 2: Forreston Grade
  • Year Built: 1915
  • School District: ForrestVille Valley 221
  • Elementary School 1: German Valley Grade
  • Middle School: Forreston Junior/Senior High
  • High School: Forreston Junior/Senior High
  • Township: Ridott
Taxes and HOA
  • HOA Fee: $0
  • Tax Year: 7244
  • Taxes: $2,024
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Acreage: 7.03
  • Property Type: Agriculture, Creek/Pond, Equestrian, Panorama, Rural
  • Road Frontage: Hard Surface Road
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 0
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3648
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 3648
Property and Assessments
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Type: House
  • Status: SOLD & CLOSED
  • Ownership Type: Fee Simple
  • PIN: 2022400007
  • HUD: No
Utilities
  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Siding
  • General Features: Above Ground Pool, County Taxes, Deck, Horses Allowed, Laundry 1st Floor, L.L. Finished Space, Out Building(s), Patio, Porch 4 Season, Porch Covered
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Stove/Range Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Type: Electric
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Water Heater: LP Gas
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Baths: 3
  • Half Baths: 0
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • # Full Baths Upper Lvl: 2
  • # 1/2 Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Main Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Main Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • Total Baths: 3.0
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Appl Stay/Incl: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener, LP Gas Tank
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop-Solid Surface, Walk-In Closet
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 16.8
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 11.9
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 14
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 11.4
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Length: 11.5
  • Bedroom 4 Width: 8.2
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Dining Room Length: 14
  • Dining Room Width: 11
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room
  • Family Room: Yes
  • Family Room Length: 16.7
  • Family Room Width: 13
  • Family Room Level: Main
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 24.9
  • Kitchen Width: 11.6
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room Length: 16.9
  • Living Room Width: 11
  • Living Room Level: Main
Recreation Room
  • Rec Room Length: 22.3
  • Rec Room Width: 19
  • Rec Room: Yes
  • Rec Room Level: Lower
Additional Rooms
  • Addl Room 5 Length: 15
  • Addl Room 5 Width: 8
  • Addl Room 5 Name: Foyer
  • Addl Room 5 Level: Main
  • Addl Room 6 Name: Laundry
  • Addl Room 6 Level: Main
  • Addl Room 6 Length: 14
  • Addl Room 6 Width: 12.3
  • Addl Room 7 Name: Office
  • Addl Room 7 Level: Main
  • Addl Room 7 Length: 13.9
  • Addl Room 7 Width: 11.6
  • Addl Room 8 Name: 4-Season
  • Addl Room 8 Level: Main
  • Addl Room 8 Length: 15.6
  • Addl Room 8 Width: 13.8
  • Addl Room 9 Name: Bonus Room
  • Addl Room 9 Level: Main
  • Addl Room 9 Length: 10.4
  • Addl Room 9 Width: 10
  • Addl Room 10 Name: Game Room
  • Addl Room 10 Level: Main
  • Addl Room 10 Length: 18.6
  • Addl Room 10 Width: 15.8
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No

Property History for 8548 East Edwardsville Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 15, 2026

Sold

MRED #12641780

$500,000
Jun 14, 2026

Sold

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602594

$500,000
May 12, 2026

Pending

MRED #12641780

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/15/2026

Sold

MRED #12641780

$500,000
06/14/2026

Sold

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602594

$500,000
05/12/2026

Pending

MRED #12641780

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Public Records for 8548 East Edwardsville Road

Taxable ValueLand$12,214Additions$96,313Total$108,527
Tax Record2025$7,607 ($634 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size306,227 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous AgriculturalCountySTEPHENSONAPN05-20-22-400-007

Schools near 8548 East Edwardsville 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

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