Seller's Agent in 2025
Ann Haag
Key Realty - Freeport
(815) 218-6121
80 Total Sales
4977 N Mount Vernon Rd Forreston, IL 61030
Estimated Value: $272,000 - $438,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,000
Sq Ft
$166/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Laundry Room
- 6 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- Central Air
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 Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,000 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
- 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
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jul 7, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
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
$78,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
34.61%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jul 1, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
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
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Aubra Palermo
RE/MAX Unites
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
235
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
Bought by
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
Bought by
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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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $300,000 | Ko | ||
| $7,500 | Ko | ||
| $223,500 | Security First Title Co | ||
| $152,500 | Security First Title | ||
| $229,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $16,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $136,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $140,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| 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
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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 | $450 | $6,736 | $3,581 | $3,155 |
| 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
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Ann Haag
-
Joan Welt
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Joan Welt
Choice Realty of Freeport
(815) 541-1766
198 Total Sales
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Aubra Palermo
Seller's Agent in 2023
Aubra Palermo
RE/MAX Unites
(815) 297-1778
392 Total Sales
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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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