$87,500
SOLD OCT 15, 2025

2811 S Brooks Island Rd Oregon, IL 61061

1 Bed
1 Bath
735 Sq Ft
0.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$119 Per Sq Ft

41% Below List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Oregon High School Rated 9+
  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of October 2025

Riverfront retreat on the Rock River! This charming one bedroom home offers 100 feet of river frontage on nearly half an acre with endless possibilities. Inside, you'll find an eat in kitchen, cozy living room, and two enclosed porches perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The oversized one car garage provides tons of storage, and all appliances plus washer and dryer are included so you can move right in. The fenced yard is great for pets, gardening, or enjoying outdoor gatherings. Directly across the river from Miller Lowden State Park, you'll always enjoy a natural, undeveloped view from your backyard. Located just south of Oregon and close to four state parks, the Oregon Rec Center, schools, and all the conveniences of Ogle County's county seat, this home puts recreation right at your doorstep. From fishing and kayaking to boating and simply unwinding by the water, this riverfront getaway offers the perfect place to vacation at home. Fish right off your deck!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carla Benesh

RE/MAX of Rock Valley Brokerage Phone: (815) 985-6235 License #471010258 Listed on: 08/22/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Carla Benesh

RE/MAX of Rock Valley Brokerage Phone: (815) 985-6235 License #471010258 Listed on: 08/22/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,346

Year Built

  • Built in 1935

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x177
  • Waterfront

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 735 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Range
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,346

Year Built

Built in 1935

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Age: 81-90 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
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: (815) 985-6235
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 735
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Well

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: 0.4
  • Lot Dimensions: 100x177
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1346.48
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2025
Closed on
Oct 15, 2025
Sold by
Bay Precision Inc
Bought by
Hourigan James E and Hourigan Joann M
Seller's Agent
Carla Benesh
RE/MAX of Rock Valley
Buyer's Agent
Carla Benesh
RE/MAX of Rock Valley
List Price
$149,000
Sold Price
$87,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$61,500
-41.28%
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
$112,463

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$24,963
Avg. Annual Appreciation
153.34%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $87,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/15/2025 10/15/25 Sold $87,500 -41.3% $119 / Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2025 08/22/25 For Sale $149,000 -- $203 / 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 $1,951 $37,340 $16,744 $20,596
2023 $1,346 $33,872 $15,431 $18,441
2022 $1,391 $31,352 $14,283 $17,069
2021 $1,644 $29,254 $13,327 $15,927
2020 $1,420 $27,957 $12,736 $15,221
2019 $1,416 $27,818 $12,673 $15,145
2018 $1,413 $26,620 $12,127 $14,493
2017 $1,406 $26,620 $12,127 $14,493
2016 $1,312 $25,687 $11,702 $13,985
2015 $1,321 $26,591 $12,114 $14,477
2014 $1,374 $26,591 $12,114 $14,477
2013 $1,476 $27,914 $12,717 $15,197
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12453374

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-16-379-008