$149,900
$5K PRICE DROP

111 E Empire St Freeport, IL 61032

Estimated payment $1,069/month

Total Views 10,432
4 Beds
2 Baths
3,270 Sq Ft
$46 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Covered Deck
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 3-minute walk to Freeport City

About This Home

Spacious 5-Bedroom Home with 3 Levels of Living in Freeport, IL Welcome home to this charming and expansive 5-bedroom, 2-bath residence offering three full levels of comfortable living space — including a finished walk-up attic perfect for a guest suite, office, or hobby room. Step inside to discover a warm and inviting main level featuring a wood-burning fireplace, large living and dining areas, and plenty of natural light. The updated kitchen offers ample cabinetry and workspace, making it ideal for family meals or entertaining. The primary bedroom suite includes a full ensuite bath, providing a private retreat. Upstairs, generous bedrooms and the versatile attic space offer room for everyone. Enjoy outdoor living in the nice-sized yard, perfect for gardening, play, or relaxing. The new front porch adds great curb appeal and a welcoming first impression. A 2-car garage provides convenient off-street parking and extra storage. Located in a pleasant Freeport neighborhood, this home blends historic charm with modern updates — plenty of space to grow, gather, and make memories.

Listing Agent

Brian Borchardt

A-1 AGENCY License #471004534 Listed on: 11/06/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,336

Year Built

  • Built in 1907

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Gas Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Freeport 145 Elementary And Middle School
  • Freeport 145 High School

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,336

Year Built

Built in 1907

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Window Treatments
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Type: City/Town
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Additional Room 5: bedroom 5, Dimensions: 35x12, On Level: Upper
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 1090
  • General Features: Deck-Covered, Porch Covered
  • Legal Description: PT LOTS 2 & 3 BLK 2 "RICE'S ADD" DOR DOCKET #08-89-027 33% exempt for 2008.
  • Lot Acreage: 0.31
  • Lvt Date: 11/07/2025
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Stove Range Fuel: Gas
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: F_5
  • Egress: Yes
  • Elementary School: Freeport 145
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3270
  • Estimated Upper Sq Ft: 1090
  • Garage Type Driveway: Detached
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: No
  • Pertinent Facts: Spacious 5-Bedroom Home with 3 Levels of Living in Freeport, IL Welcome home to this charming and expansive 5-bedroom, 2-bath residence offering three full levels of comfortable living space — including a finished walk-up attic perfect for a guest suite, office, or hobby room. Step inside to discover a warm and inviting main level featuring a wood-burning fireplace, large living and dining areas, and plenty of natural light. The updated kitchen offers ample cabinetry and workspace, making it ideal for family meals or entertaining. The primary bedroom suite includes a full ensuite bath, providing a private retreat. Upstairs, generous bedrooms and the versatile attic space offer room for everyone. Enjoy outdoor living in the nice-sized yard, perfect for gardening, play, or relaxing. The new front porch adds great curb appeal and a welcoming first impression. A 2-car garage provides convenient off-street parking and extra storage. Located in a pleasant Freeport neighborhood, this home blends historic charm with modern updates — plenty of space to grow, gather, and make memories.
  • Rental License: No
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: Yes
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 3270
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 27x13, On Level: Upper
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15x10, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13x10, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 10x9, On Level: Upper
  • Dining Room: No
  • Family Room: No
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 19x10, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 26x25
  • Recreation Room: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: City/Community
  • Water: City/Community
  • Water Heater: Gas

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1907

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Taxes: 3336

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Freeport 145
  • School District: Freeport 145
  • Middle School: Freeport 145

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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 $3,335 $29,787 $2,381 $27,406
2023 $2,355 $18,518 $2,457 $16,061
2022 $2,298 $18,518 $2,457 $16,061
2021 $1,857 $14,186 $2,381 $11,805
2020 $1,846 $14,186 $2,381 $11,805
2019 $1,804 $13,684 $2,381 $11,303
2018 $1,764 $13,355 $2,381 $10,974
2017 $0 $0 $0 $0
2016 $0 $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2013 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/22/2025 11/22/25 Price Changed $149,900 -3.2% $46 / Sq Ft
11/06/2025 11/06/25 For Sale $154,900 +376.6% $47 / Sq Ft
08/04/2017 08/04/17 Sold $32,500 -14.2% $15 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/13/2017 07/13/17 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2017 03/20/17 For Sale $37,900 -- $18 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $32,500 --
Warranty Deed $65,000 --
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Brian Borchardt

A-1 AGENCY

(779) 261-3300

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Brian is a hand on agent with 34 years of experience priding himself in personalizing each transaction. I am also an expert in income producing properties of all kinds, commercial properties and I alays have cash buyers if you are looking to sell quicklly. I am a member of loopnet, crexi ( commercial sites), an annual multi-million dollar producer, licensed business broker and lifetime member of the Million Dollar Circle.

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Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202506931

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 18-19-06-226-007