$199,000
$51K PRICE DROP

628 Buchanan St Belvidere, IL 61008

Estimated payment $1,439/month

Total Views 49,533
5 Beds
2 Baths
4,448 Sq Ft
$45 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 0.69 Acre Lot
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Deck
  • Fenced Yard
  • Built-in Bookshelves

About This Home

Historic 1853 Belvidere landmark offering over 4,400 sq ft of character, space, and opportunity. Set on a .69-acre lot, this Italianate-style home features original hardwood floors, detailed woodwork, pocket doors, stained glass accents, and multiple fireplaces, including a marble focal point in the main living area. A separate entrance leads to a 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, creating flexible use options. The property also includes additional materials currently on site. With its iconic architecture, central tower, and expansive layout, this property is ready for its next chapter. Measurements approximate; buyer to verify if material. Included: Refrigerator x2, dishwasher, oven x 2, cooktop, washer, dryer, boiler, water heaters x2, extension ladder, chandelier, work benches, misc. building materials

Listing Agent

Charla Piper

Century 21 Affiliated License #475188693 Listed on: 04/02/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,362

Year Built

  • Built in 1853

Lot Details

  • 30,056 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard

Home Design

  • House
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Shingle Roof
  • Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,448 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-in Bookshelves
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Storage In Attic
  • Gas Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School
  • Belvidere South Middle School
  • Belvidere High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,362

Year Built

Built in 1853

Lot Details

0.69 Acres

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Book Cases Built In, Ceiling-Tray, Ceiling-Vaults/Cathedral
  • Road Frontage: City/Town
  • Type: City/Town
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Additional Room 5: Bedroom, Dimensions: 12x10, On Level: Upper
  • Class: HOUSE
  • General Features: Basement Entrance, Deck, Main Floor Primary, Fenced Yard
  • Legal Description: 25-44-3 LT 4 BLK 1 GILMANS 7TH ADD 628 BUCHANAN ST
  • Lot Acreage: 0.69
  • Lvt Date: 04/02/2026
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Stove Range Fuel: Gas
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: 110587
  • Egress: No
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 4448
  • Garage Type Driveway: Attached, Detached
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: Yes
  • Pertinent Facts: Historic 1853 Belvidere landmark offering over 4,400 sq ft of character, space, and opportunity. Set on a .69-acre lot, this Italianate-style home features original hardwood floors, detailed woodwork, pocket doors, stained glass accents, and multiple fireplaces, including a marble focal point in the main living area. A separate entrance leads to a 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, creating flexible use options. The property also includes additional materials currently on site. With its iconic architecture, central tower, and expansive layout, this property is ready for its next chapter. Measurements approximate; buyer to verify if material. Included: Refrigerator x2, dishwasher, oven x 2, cooktop, washer, dryer, boiler, water heaters x2, extension ladder, chandelier, work benches, misc. building materials
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: No
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 4448
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 20x19, On Level: Main
  • Fireplace Type: Wood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 20x14.3, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 20x9.7, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 15.5x10.5, On Level: Upper
  • Dining Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 17.7x14.7
  • Family Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 25x11.3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 10x7, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 18.6x18.10
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Recreation Room: No
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick/Stone, Siding
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Hot Water/Steam, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: City/Community
  • Water: City/Community
  • Water Heater: Gas

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1853

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Taxes: 4362

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Belvidere High
  • School District: Belvidere 100
  • Middle School: Belvidere South Middle

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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 $4,298 $53,964 $10,578 $43,386
2024 $4,298 $50,464 $10,578 $39,886
2023 $4,362 $31,140 $16,220 $14,920
2022 $2,216 $22,876 $16,220 $6,656
2021 $2,182 $22,483 $16,220 $6,263
2020 $2,396 $23,236 $17,101 $6,135
2019 $3,133 $110,128 $68,404 $41,724
2018 $5,116 $224,426 $184,184 $40,242
2017 $4,983 $58,025 $17,921 $40,104
2016 $5,233 $58,177 $17,630 $40,547
2015 $5,327 $57,680 $22,037 $35,643
2014 $1,256 $60,070 $22,037 $38,033
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/20/2026 06/20/26 Price Changed $199,000 -9.5% $45 / Sq Ft
04/25/2026 04/25/26 Price Changed $220,000 -8.3% $49 / Sq Ft
04/13/2026 04/13/26 Price Changed $239,900 -4.0% $54 / Sq Ft
04/02/2026 04/02/26 For Sale $249,900 +284.5% $56 / Sq Ft
02/24/2020 02/24/20 Sold $65,000 0.0% $15 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/06/2020 02/06/20 Pending -- -- --
02/04/2020 02/04/20 Off Market $65,000 -- --
01/27/2020 01/27/20 For Sale $69,900 -- $16 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $65,000 Nlt
Deed $85,000 --
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Charla Piper

Century 21 Affiliated

(779) 999-3496

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