$205,000
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
4 Beds
1 Bath
1,650 Sq Ft
0.83 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 10, 2026

$124 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Recreation Room
  • Cottage
  • Second Kitchen
  • Wooded Lot
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of July 2026

Serene Riverfront Retreat in the Heart of Oswego - Nestled on a generous 0.83-acre exclusive rear lot with 140 feet of scenic Waubonsie Creek frontage, this unique property offers a rare opportunity to restore a once-glorious retreat to its original prestige. Perfectly situated in the heart of Oswego, this hidden gem seamlessly combines natural tranquility with exceptional investment potential. The property consists of two separate parcels: one encompassing the physical structures and a second dedicated parcel providing private access. Main Residence: Features 3 bedrooms, a full kitchen, a formal dining room, and a spacious living room. The full basement includes a convenient walk-out to a patio area, complete with a 12-foot barbecue grill and firepit-perfect for outdoor entertaining. Coach House: A detached 2-car garage featuring a private 1-bedroom apartment above. This versatile space is ideal for guest quarters, an in-law suite, or potential rental income. The Grounds: Enjoy ultimate privacy on a deep lot boasting mature trees and direct creek views, offering a true "one with nature" experience just minutes from local amenities. With an excellent After Repair Value (ARV) and immense upside, this property is a prime candidate for rehabbers, seasoned investors, or anyone looking to customize a waterfront estate. Property is sold strictly in "as-is" condition. The seller will make no repairs and will not offer any repair or monetary credits. Seller will not provide a survey or termite inspection. Property will be conveyed via a Special Warranty Deed with tax prorations set at 100%. Please submit Proof of Funds (POF) and all signed disclosures along with your offer. Schedule your private showing today to explore the endless possibilities this estate has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Cherney

Circle One Realty Brokerage Phone: (630) 862-5181 License #471019427 Listed on: 06/18/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Tara Eberly

Swanson Real Estate License #475195661

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,586

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 36,155 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 129x270
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Irregular Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Additional Parcels

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • No Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Cottage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,650 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Water Views
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outdoor Grill

Schools

  • Old Post Elementary School
  • Thompson Junior High School
  • Oswego High School

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,586

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0.83 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cottage
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: (630) 862-5181
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1650
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Recreation Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Other
  • ExteriorFeatures: Outdoor Grill, Other
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Wooded, Rear of Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront Features: Stream
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Other
  • Heating: Other
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Old Post Elementary School
  • High School: Oswego High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Thompson Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.83
  • Lot Dimensions: 129x270
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4586.36
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2024
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 2015
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2015
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $32,334 Unknown
Previous Owner $10,500 Credit Line Revolving
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/10/2026 07/10/26 Sold $205,000 +2.6% $124 / Sq Ft
06/30/2026 06/30/26 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2026 06/18/26 For Sale $199,900 -- $121 / Sq Ft
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Tax History

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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
2025 $4,555 $60,259 $27,928 $32,331
2024 $4,217 $52,399 $24,285 $28,114
2023 $3,830 $45,964 $21,303 $24,661
2022 $3,773 $41,785 $19,366 $22,419
2021 $3,833 $40,965 $18,986 $21,979
2020 $3,795 $40,162 $18,614 $21,548
2019 $2,936 $30,585 $18,614 $11,971
2018 $2,695 $27,721 $16,871 $10,850
2017 $2,619 $25,549 $15,549 $10,000
2016 $4,910 $69,666 $14,738 $54,928
2015 $6,653 $66,986 $14,171 $52,815
2014 -- $64,410 $13,626 $50,784
2013 -- $67,094 $14,194 $52,900
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12682396

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APN: 03-17-328-002

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