Seller's Agent in 2025
Ann Haag
Key Realty - Freeport
(815) 218-6121
91 Total Sales
4977 N Mount Vernon Rd Forreston, IL 61030
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,000
Sq Ft
2.5
Acres
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Living Room
- Central Air
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Laundry Room
- Dining Room
About This Home
As of July 2025Pleasant views, low tax rate (7.3), and move-in ready! Just off a hard surface road, (almost in the middle of nowhere), and lovingly cared for this home has 3 generous bedrooms; 2 spacious, airy & bright bathrooms with modern lighting, tile and glass; a full kitched w/ breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, professional vent hood, numberous cabinets and a terrific hardwood floor. The main floor also features a roomy bedroom with double doors to the bathroom and a wide pocket door to the living room. There is also an enclosed backporch/mudroom. The second floor has two large bedrooms and a large modern bathroom with washer and dryer hook-ups.(There are also washer and dryer hook-ups in the basement.) Recently refinished original 4"+ Pine flooring in the living room, halls and all bedrooms. 3" wide wood flooring in the kitchen. Outside there is a nice, recently redone, front porch, a vegetable garden, a brick paved fire pit area, gentle slopping hills to the rear leading to a short mowed path into the land. Just across the gravel road there is a 40 X 60 pole barn on 1/2 acre also included.. It has two large doors for bringing in trucks/equipment/toys, a gravel floor, and electric. There is fairly flat/level land on either side of the barn for additonal builds, small pastures for a hobby farm, parking, or other uses. All Appliances included, Deep Freezer, W&D less that 2 years old. There is also an owned water softener and an in-line water filtration system, also included. This home is in excellent condition and has been well cared for, with little left to do but move in.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,112
Year Built
- Built in 1900 | Remodeled in 2020
Lot Details
- 2.5 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 261x179x400x80x350
Parking
- 6 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Interior Spaces
- 2,000 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Laundry in Bathroom
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Propane
- 100 Amp Service
- Well
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jul 7, 2025
Sold by
Travis Terry L
Bought by
Luepkes Daniel E
Seller's Agent
Ann Haag
Key Realty - Freeport
Buyer's Agent
Joan Welt
Choice Realty of Freeport
List Price
$260,000
Sold Price
$252,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,250
-2.79%
Views
14
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$19,504
Avg. Annual Appreciation
30.41%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jul 1, 2025
Sold by
Zell Justin and Zell Crystal
Bought by
Meadows Patrick J and Meadows Jill A
Seller's Agent
Ann Haag
Key Realty - Freeport
Buyer's Agent
Joan Welt
Choice Realty of Freeport
List Price
$260,000
Sold Price
$252,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,250
-2.79%
Views
14
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 20, 2022
Closed on
Jun 12, 2023
Sold by
Akins Kristin E
Bought by
Zell Justin and Zell Crystal
Seller's Agent
Aubra Palermo
RE/MAX Property Source
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Como
Heartland Realty 11 LLC
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-6%
Views
236
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.62%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 25, 2019
Sold by
Gbg Family Llp
Bought by
Stinnett Kristin E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$16,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2018
Sold by
Devries Amy J
Bought by
Gbg Family Llp
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trustee Deed | $300,000 | Ko | |
| Warranty Deed | $7,500 | Ko | |
| Warranty Deed | $223,500 | Security First Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $152,500 | Security First Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $229,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $16,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $136,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2025 07/01/25 | Sold | $252,750 | -2.8% | $126 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | For Sale | $260,000 | +10.6% | $130 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/12/2023 06/12/23 | Sold | $235,000 | -6.0% | $122 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/17/2023 05/17/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/21/2022 11/21/22 | For Sale | $250,000 | -- | $130 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $450 | $5,939 | $2,855 | $3,084 |
| 2023 | $419 | $5,540 | $2,663 | $2,877 |
| 2022 | $391 | $5,069 | $2,437 | $2,632 |
| 2021 | $385 | $4,942 | $2,376 | $2,566 |
| 2020 | $377 | $4,855 | $2,334 | $2,521 |
| 2019 | $369 | $4,657 | $2,239 | $2,418 |
| 2018 | $373 | $4,657 | $2,239 | $2,418 |
| 2017 | $381 | $4,657 | $2,239 | $2,418 |
| 2016 | $394 | $4,547 | $2,186 | $2,361 |
| 2015 | $366 | $4,441 | $2,135 | $2,306 |
| 2014 | $369 | $4,441 | $2,135 | $2,306 |
| 2013 | $377 | $4,551 | $2,188 | $2,363 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ann Haag
-
Joan Welt
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Joan Welt
Choice Realty of Freeport
(815) 541-1766
205 Total Sales
-
Aubra Palermo
Seller's Agent in 2023
Aubra Palermo
RE/MAX Property Source
(815) 297-1778
399 Total Sales
-
A
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Ashley Como
Heartland Realty 11 LLC
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12373226
APN: 06-14-200-005
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