$175,000
PENDING

1520 W Stephenson St Freeport, IL 61032

Estimated payment $1,132/month

Total Views 40,287
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,494 Sq Ft
$70 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Mud Room
  • Built-in Bookshelves
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Charming historic home in Freeport, Illinois — full of character, comfort, and space! Built in 1857, this beautifully maintained property blends original craftsmanship with modern updates. The main level welcomes you with a cozy sitting room lined with built-in bookcases, perfect for a home library or reading nook. The kitchen offers granite-look counters, a breakfast bar, spacious dining area, and all appliances including an induction stove. A versatile bonus room off the kitchen makes a great playroom or flex space, while the enclosed back porch functions perfectly as a mudroom or entryway. You’ll also find a comfortable family room with corner built-ins, a full bath, and a private office for remote work. Upstairs, three large bedrooms each feature walk-in closets, along with a spacious second full bath. Enjoy the outdoors in a beautifully landscaped, mostly fenced backyard with mature trees and inviting gathering areas. The current owners have preserved this home’s history with photos and details tracing back to its origins as a cherry farm, adding to its timeless appeal. A unique opportunity to own a piece of Freeport’s history with all the conveniences of modern living. Some of the furniture may be virtually staged, no alterations or changes to the home!

Listing Agent

Aubra Palermo

RE/MAX Unites License #471007310 Listed on: 10/13/2025

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,527

Year Built

  • Built in 1857

Lot Details

  • 0.42 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-in Bookshelves
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Lincoln -Douglas Elementary School
  • Freeport Jr High Middle School
  • Freeport High School

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,527

Year Built

Built in 1857

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Book Cases Built In, Walk-In Closet
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Type: City/Town
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 1472
  • Exemptions: Owner, Senior, Senior Freeze
  • General Features: Deck, Porch 3 Season, Porch Covered, Porch Enclosed
  • Legal Description: PT SW NW SEC 36-27-7
  • Lot Acreage: 0.42
  • Lvt Date: 10/14/2025
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Stove Range Fuel: Electric
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: 4742
  • Egress: No
  • Elementary School: Lincoln -Douglas Elementary
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2494
  • Estimated Upper Sq Ft: 1022
  • Garage Type Driveway: Detached
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: No
  • Pertinent Facts: Charming historic home in Freeport, Illinois — full of character, comfort, and space! Built in 1857, this beautifully maintained property blends original craftsmanship with modern updates. The main level welcomes you with a cozy sitting room lined with built-in bookcases, perfect for a home library or reading nook. The kitchen offers granite-look counters, a breakfast bar, spacious dining area, and all appliances including an induction stove. A versatile bonus room off the kitchen makes a great playroom or flex space, while the enclosed back porch functions perfectly as a mudroom or entryway. You’ll also find a comfortable family room with corner built-ins, a full bath, and a private office for remote work. Upstairs, three large bedrooms each feature walk-in closets, along with a spacious second full bath. Enjoy the outdoors in a beautifully landscaped, mostly fenced backyard with mature trees and inviting gathering areas. The current owners have preserved this home’s history with photos and details tracing back to its origins as a cherry farm, adding to its timeless appeal. A unique opportunity to own a piece of Freeport’s history with all the conveniences of modern living. Some of the furniture may be virtually staged, no alterations or changes to the home!
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: No
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 2494
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 16'x16', On Level: Upper
  • Fireplace Type: Electric
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12'x12', On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14'x13', On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12'x10', On Level: Upper
  • Dining Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 14'x10'
  • Family Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 14'x13'
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 13'x10', On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 13'x13'
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Recreation Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 22'x10'
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 1

Utilities

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

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1857

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Taxes: 2527

MLS Schools

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

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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 $2,527 $45,635 $5,155 $40,480
2023 $2,649 $39,076 $5,322 $33,754
2022 $3,485 $39,076 $5,322 $33,754
2021 $2,909 $35,287 $5,156 $30,131
2020 $2,985 $35,287 $5,156 $30,131
2019 $3,024 $37,032 $5,156 $31,876
2018 $3,317 $36,104 $5,156 $30,948
2017 $3,231 $35,453 $5,156 $30,297
2016 $2,996 $35,837 $5,156 $30,681
2015 $2,954 $33,940 $5,162 $28,778
2013 $2,965 $35,794 $5,444 $30,350
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/12/2025 11/12/25 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2025 10/13/25 For Sale $175,000 -- $70 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

About the Listing Agent

Aubra Palermo

RE/MAX Unites

(815) 297-1778

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Real Estate sales and service. After working retail I went to working Marketing and Membership with a Chamber of Commerce helping business grow and build. I have always been in some customer service role. When I started working in real estate I said I didn't want to be bored, they laughed, little did I know then. I've relocated multiple times in my life, across 3 different states and several times within those states so I've always had a desire and joy in helping people new to the area as well.

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Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202506392

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 18-13-36-154-023