NOT LISTED FOR SALE

107 S 5th Ave Forreston, IL 61030

Estimated Value: $152,000 - $184,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,209 Sq Ft
$136/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2025

Last sale price $155,000 $128 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,081/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Porch
  • Laundry Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Living Room
  • Bungalow

About This Home

As of April 2025

Discover Charm and Convenience! Step into this delightful 3-bedroom, 1-bath Craftsman Bungalow, where timeless character meets modern comfort. Imagine mornings on the charming covered front porch, complete with a classic porch swing, or evenings spent on the spacious deck, accessible through the formal dining room-perfect for entertaining. Inside, enjoy versatile living spaces that can be tailored to suit your needs. Most of the main level features updated flooring and fresh paint, adding a modern touch to this classic home. One of the three bedrooms is currently styled as a walk-in closet, but all rooms come with generously sized closets for ample storage. Outside, the large backyard offers endless possibilities, complete with a storage shed for all your tools and toys. The attached 2-car heated garage ensures year-round comfort. Plus, all appliances are included-making this home move-in ready!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Wendt

RE/MAX of Rock Valley License #475146602 Listed on: 03/24/2025

RE/MAX of Rock Valley

Last Buyer's Agent

Taylor Miller

Re/Max of Rock Valley License #475188893

Re/Max of Rock Valley

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,301

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66x123.75

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,209 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,301

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1209
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1209
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1209
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 66X123.75
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 19
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2300.64
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2025
Closed on
Jun 10, 2025
Sold by
Johnson Brad
Bought by
Grady Collin D
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Wendt
RE/MAX of Rock Valley
Buyer's Agent
Taylor Miller
Re/Max of Rock Valley
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
10.79%
Views
73
Current Estimated Value
$164,630

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,630
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.27%
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Outstanding Balance
$147,616
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$17,014

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2025
Closed on
Apr 30, 2025
Sold by
Horst Danielle
Bought by
Johnson Brad
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Wendt
RE/MAX of Rock Valley
Buyer's Agent
Taylor Miller
Re/Max of Rock Valley
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
10.79%
Views
73

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Outstanding Balance
$147,616
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$17,014

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 4, 2022
Closed on
Jan 6, 2023
Sold by
Young Scott D and Young Katherine
Bought by
Horst Danielle
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Hazzard
Re/Max of Rock Valley
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Wendt
Re/Max of Rock Valley
List Price
$109,000
Sold Price
$109,100
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.09%
Views
72

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.50%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 18, 2017
Closed on
Sep 27, 2017
Sold by
Weber Larry E
Bought by
Young Scott D
Seller's Agent
DANIEL KNIPSCHIELD
KEY REALTY
Buyer's Agent
DANIEL KNIPSCHIELD
KEY REALTY
List Price
$82,900
Sold Price
$79,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-3.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.07%
Original Mortgage
$63,920
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Grady Collin D $160,000 None Available
Johnson Brad $155,000 None Available
Horst Danielle $109,500 Rrt
Young Scott D $80,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Grady Collin D $148,000
Closed Johnson Brad $112,250
Previous Owner Young Scott D $63,920
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Sold $155,000 +10.8% $128 / Sq Ft
03/28/2025 03/28/25 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2025 03/24/25 For Sale $139,900 +28.2% $116 / Sq Ft
01/10/2023 01/10/23 Sold $109,100 +0.1% $84 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/11/2022 12/11/22 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2022 12/04/22 For Sale $109,000 +36.4% $84 / Sq Ft
09/27/2017 09/27/17 Sold $79,900 -3.6% $66 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/20/2017 08/20/17 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2017 07/18/17 For Sale $82,900 -- $69 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,644 $35,858 $2,623 $33,235
2023 $2,301 $32,076 $2,447 $29,629
2022 $2,135 $29,349 $2,239 $27,110
2021 $2,079 $28,616 $2,183 $26,433
2020 $2,022 $28,110 $2,144 $25,966
2019 $1,958 $26,964 $2,057 $24,907
2018 $1,985 $26,964 $2,057 $24,907
2017 $2,016 $26,964 $2,057 $24,907
2016 $2,085 $26,324 $2,008 $24,316
2015 $1,901 $25,707 $1,961 $23,746
2014 $1,927 $25,707 $1,961 $23,746
2013 $1,997 $26,347 $2,010 $24,337
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12319710

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 02-33-126-004