$215,000
SOLD JAN 3, 2025

5500 N Freeport Rd Forreston, IL 61030

10.37 Acres
$20,733 Price per Acre
451,717 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

14% Below List Price

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 10.37 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Creek On Lot

About This Lot

As of January 2025

Exceptional hunting properties are in high demand in NW Illinois, and this one stands out! Discover this extraordinary hunting property featuring two contiguous parcels, zoned R-1 (9.89A) and AG-1 (0.50A - non tillable), offering a prime hunting and outdoor recreational opportunity in a highly sought-after location in NW Illinois. The property includes a 14x28 hunting cabin with HVAC, a 14x28 storage shed, and a large patio with a firepit. The cabin and structures sit on a private, gated property with a gravel driveway and electric utilities already in place. A heated outhouse adds convenience and comfort. Access trails have been maintained throughout the timber, allowing for easy movement and access to key hunting areas across the property. The land boasts a mixture of oak, locust, and cherry trees. The acorns, adjacent cornfields, and adjacent CRP ground provide abundant food sources for deer and turkeys. Elkhorn Creek runs through the property, extending into the Elkhorn Creek Biodiversity Preserve which sits just to the NE, creating a natural corridor for wildlife movement throughout the property. Multiple bedding areas exist on the property and adjacent fields and preserve, making this property an ideal habitat for big game. A recorded access easement off Freeport Rd provides property access. A septic field site has been determined, and a private well and septic system can be installed for those looking to expand the living accommodations. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a turnkey hunting retreat with all the essential amenities for the serious outdoorsman. Shown by appointment only to pre-qualified buyers. No entry without a scheduled appointment.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nick Block

Fawn Ridge Real Estate Co. License #471022402 Listed on: 10/18/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Nick Block

Fawn Ridge Real Estate Co. License #471022402 Listed on: 10/18/2024

Property Details

Property Type

  • Land

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,869

Lot Details

  • 10.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Wooded Lot

Outdoor Features

  • Creek On Lot
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Forreston Grade Elementary School
  • Forreston Junior/Senior High Middle School
  • Forreston Junior/Senior High School

Utilities

  • Well
  • Septic System

Property Details

Property Type

Land

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,869

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: LAND
  • General Features: County Taxes, Out Building(s)
  • Legal Description: Part of the SE 1/4 of section 12 easement ---- Pt SE4 Beg NE Corner SE4 S50' to POB S10' w680.07 N60' E650.92 to POB
  • Lot Acreage: 10.37
  • Lvt Date: 10/18/2024
  • Type: Land
  • Buildable Lot: Yes
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: 110931
  • Elementary School: Forreston Grade
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: No
  • Pertinent Facts: Exceptional hunting properties are in high demand in NW Illinois, and this one stands out! Discover this extraordinary hunting property featuring two contiguous parcels, zoned R-1 (9.89A) and AG-1 (0.50A - non tillable), offering a prime hunting and outdoor recreational opportunity in a highly sought-after location in NW Illinois. The property includes a 14x28 hunting cabin with HVAC, a 14x28 storage shed, and a large patio with a firepit. The cabin and structures sit on a private, gated property with a gravel driveway and electric utilities already in place. A heated outhouse adds convenience and comfort. Access trails have been maintained throughout the timber, allowing for easy movement and access to key hunting areas across the property. The land boasts a mixture of oak, locust, and cherry trees. The acorns, adjacent cornfields, and adjacent CRP ground provide abundant food sources for deer and turkeys. Elkhorn Creek runs through the property, extending into the Elkhorn Creek Biodiversity Preserve which sits just to the NE, creating a natural corridor for wildlife movement throughout the property. Multiple bedding areas exist on the property and adjacent fields and preserve, making this property an ideal habitat for big game. A recorded access easement off Freeport Rd provides property access. A septic field site has been determined, and a private well and septic system can be installed for those looking to expand the living accommodations. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a turnkey hunting retreat with all the essential amenities for the serious outdoorsman. Shown by appointment only to pre-qualified buyers. No entry without a scheduled appointment.
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: LotsLands

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Well

Lot Info

  • Topography: Rolling
  • Land Features: Creek/Pond, Wooded
  • Timber Acres: 9.89

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Taxes: 2869

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Forreston Junior/Senior High
  • School District: ForestVille Valley 221
  • Middle School: Forreston Junior/Senior High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2024
Closed on
Jan 2, 2025
Sold by
Ruter General Trust
Bought by
Ayres Richard John and Ayres Lisa Christine
Seller's Agent
Nick Block
Fawn Ridge Real Estate Co.
Buyer's Agent
Nick Block
Fawn Ridge Real Estate Co.
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$215,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-13.65%
Views
22
Current Estimated Value
$204,413

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,587
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.23%
Original Mortgage
$187,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2024
Sold by
Ruter Karen S and Ruter Keith R
Bought by
Ruter General Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 23, 2020
Closed on
Dec 18, 2020
Sold by
Hughes Thomas M and Hughes Deanna L
Bought by
Ruter Keith and Ruter Karen
Seller's Agent
Ronald Pifkin
Ron Pifkin Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tracey DeCrane
RE/MAX Town Lake & Country
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$87,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,150
-2.39%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.47%
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2018
Closed on
Jul 2, 2018
Sold by
Bargren Jon J
Bought by
Hughes Thomas M and Hughes Deanna L
Seller's Agent
Ronald Pifkin
Ron Pifkin Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ronald Pifkin
Ron Pifkin Realty
List Price
$59,500
Sold Price
$56,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,600
-4.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.17%
Original Mortgage
$45,520
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Trustee Deed $215,000 Security First Title
Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $88,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $57,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $187,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $70,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $45,520 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/03/2025 01/03/25 Sold $215,000 -13.7% --
11/22/2024 11/22/24 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2024 11/15/24 For Sale $249,000 0.0% --
11/03/2024 11/03/24 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2024 10/18/24 For Sale $249,000 +183.8% --
12/18/2020 12/18/20 Sold $87,750 -2.4% -- View Prior Sale
11/30/2020 11/30/20 Pending -- -- --
11/23/2020 11/23/20 For Sale $89,900 +58.0% --
07/02/2018 07/02/18 Sold $56,900 -4.4% -- View Prior Sale
06/20/2018 06/20/18 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2018 05/15/18 For Sale $59,500 -- --
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

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 $3,061 $40,437 $21,425 $19,012
2023 $2,022 $37,717 $19,984 $17,733
2022 $1,410 $18,285 $18,285 $0
2021 $1,390 $17,829 $17,829 $0
2020 $1,361 $17,514 $17,514 $0
2017 $64 $787 $787 $0
2016 $63 $725 $725 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202405975

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 06-12-400-003