$500,000
SOLD JUL 6, 2026

2873 N Ayp Rd Lena, IL 61048

Lena Area
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,280 Sq Ft
18.2 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 6, 2026

$219 Per Sq Ft

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Countryside Views
  • Wooded Lot
  • 18.2 Acre Lot
  • Creek On Lot
  • Screened Porch

About This Home

As of July 2026

Tucked back in a quiet wooded setting in rural Stephenson County, this beautifully maintained 3 bed, 2.5 bath home on 18.2 +/- acres offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and recreation. Built in 1991 with approximately 2,280 sq. ft. of living space, the property features a scenic creek, mature timber, abundant wildlife, and multiple outdoor living areas including a screened porch and elevated deck overlooking the water. Recent updates include a new roof, skylights, interior paint, updated master suite flooring and walk-in shower, plus numerous additional improvements throughout. The property also includes a historic barn, milkhouse, blacktop driveway, and 6.67 acres enrolled in CRP generating annual income. Located just minutes from Lena and Freeport with Starlink internet available.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Heller

Midwest Land Group LLC License #471022405 Listed on: 05/09/2026

Midwest Land Group LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

NON-NWIAR Member

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,958

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 18.2 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • House
  • Shingle Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2,280 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Countryside Views
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Creek On Lot
  • Covered Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Pergola
  • Outbuilding

Schools

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

Farming

  • Barn
  • Agricultural

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Tank Leased
  • Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • Septic System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,958

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

18.2 Acres

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Security System
  • Road Frontage: County/City Road, Hard Surface Road
  • Type: Agriculture, Creek/Pond, Wooded, Country View, Rural
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener, LP Gas Tank Rented
  • Class: HOUSE
  • General Features: County Taxes, Garden Shed, Laundry 1st Floor, Main Floor Primary, Out Building(s), Patio, Security System, Skylight(s), Deck-Covered, Patio-Brick Paver, Pergola, Porch Screened
  • Legal Description: PT NE NE SEC 17-27-7
  • Lot Acreage: 18.2
  • Lvt Date: 05/09/2026
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Stove Range Fuel: Gas
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: 110991
  • Egress: No
  • Elementary School: Freeport 145
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2280
  • Garage Type Driveway: Asphalt, Barn
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: No
  • Pertinent Facts: Tucked back in a quiet wooded setting in rural Stephenson County, this beautifully maintained 3 bed, 2.5 bath home on 18.2 +/- acres offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and recreation. Built in 1991 with approximately 2,280 sq. ft. of living space, the property features a scenic creek, mature timber, abundant wildlife, and multiple outdoor living areas including a screened porch and elevated deck overlooking the water. Recent updates include a new roof, skylights, interior paint, updated master suite flooring and walk-in shower, plus numerous additional improvements throughout. The property also includes a historic barn, milkhouse, blacktop driveway, and 6.67 acres enrolled in CRP generating annual income. Located just minutes from Lena and Freeport with Starlink internet available.
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: Yes
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 2280
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 12x14, On Level: Main
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15x10, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 16x15, On Level: Upper
  • Dining Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 12x14
  • Family Room: Yes, On Level: Upper, Dimensions: 27x14
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 22x14, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 24x13
  • Recreation Room: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cedar
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Well
  • Water Heater: Gas

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1991

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Taxes: 7958

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2005
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/06/2026 07/06/26 Sold $500,000 +0.2% $219 / Sq Ft
05/14/2026 05/14/26 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2026 05/09/26 For Sale $499,000 -- $219 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

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 $7,295 $91,917 $18,500 $73,417
2024 $7,686 $77,682 $15,872 $61,810
2023 $7,038 $75,052 $15,318 $59,734
2022 $6,861 $68,565 $13,958 $54,607
2021 $6,334 $68,565 $13,958 $54,607
2020 $6,374 $67,225 $13,951 $53,274
2019 $6,291 $65,933 $13,672 $52,261
2018 $6,229 $65,290 $13,531 $51,759
2017 $6,216 $65,284 $13,525 $51,759
2016 $5,948 $63,664 $13,316 $50,348
2015 $5,801 $62,742 $13,115 $49,627
2013 $6,167 $65,754 $13,752 $52,002
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202602646

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 08-13-17-200-013

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