$500,000
SOLD JUN 15, 2026

8548 E Edwardsville Rd German Valley, IL 61039

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,648 Sq Ft
7.03 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 15, 2026

$137 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Equestrian Center
  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Horses Allowed in Community
  • 7.03 Acre Lot
  • Creek On Lot

About This Home

As of June 2026

Looking for a tranquil property with panoramic views, pastures and building set up for horses, chickens and more? This updated 4 bedroom, 3 bath farmhouse has over 3,600 sq feet, is situated on 7.03 acres with a 50x100 shop and barn complete with stalls. The southern facing front porch opens to a massive foyer highlighting the open concept living areas on the main floor. The home has dark hardwood floors, white woodwork and trim, windows everywhere showcasing the amazing private vistas entice you to be outdoors but there is so much inside too! The living room is open to the dining area with fireplace and large peninsula with seating for 6. Loads of white cabinetry with stainless steel appliances, built-in wine fridge and custom designed coffee center. The dining room opens to the 4-season porch for easy entertaining. Cozy up in the family room with surround sound for movie watching. Massive game room with custom barn doors and pool table. Enormous mud room/drop zone off garage with full bath perfect for coming in from the outdoors. Custom office with built-in desk, wood walls and floors make it a joy to work from home with northern and western views. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms, 2 with walk-in closets, a full hall bath with dual vanity. Primary suite has electric fireplace with reclaimed wood surround, bath with dual vanity, heated floors, and tile glass walled shower w/dual heads. Lower level has unique theater room with projector, cozy leather furniture, bar area and has charm of limestone walls and massive original beams. Tons of storage in basement. The barn has a chicken coop, 3 horse stalls, tack room, hayloft, frost free water hydrant and is adjacent to flexible pasture areas including cross fenced area with electric fencing and heated/automatic water. Shop has tons of space for the hobbyist, storing your toys, or for a home based business. Featuring updated LED lighting, 220 electric with an abundance of outlets, oil burning furnace, WI-FI and air compressor connections along north wall. Please see attached amenity sheet for more detailed information.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Heeren-Ellis

Gambino Realtors License #475169546 Listed on: 05/07/2026

Gambino Realtors

Last Buyer's Agent

Kevin Dahm

CHRISTENSEN HOME TOWN, REALTORS License #471010833

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,024

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Home Design

  • House
  • Shingle Roof
  • Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,648 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Creek On Lot
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outbuilding

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • Fuel Tank
  • Septic System

Additional Features

  • 7.03 Acre Lot
  • Agricultural
  • Equestrian Center

Community Details

  • Horses Allowed in Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,024

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

7.03 Acres

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop-Solid Surface, Walk-In Closet
  • Road Frontage: Hard Surface Road
  • Type: Agriculture, Creek/Pond, Equestrian, Panorama, Rural
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
  • Additional Room 10: Game Room, Dimensions: 18.6x15.8, On Level: Main
  • Additional Room 5: Foyer, Dimensions: 15x8, On Level: Main
  • Additional Room 6: Laundry, Dimensions: 14x12.3, On Level: Main
  • Additional Room 7: Office, Dimensions: 13.9x11.6, On Level: Main
  • Appliances That Stay or Are Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener, LP Gas Tank
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Exemptions: Owner
  • General Features: Above Ground Pool, County Taxes, Deck, Horses Allowed, Laundry 1st Floor, L.L. Finished Space, Out Building(s), Patio, Porch 4 Season, Porch Covered
  • Legal Description: PT SE SEC 22-26-9
  • Lot Acreage: 7.03
  • Lvt Date: 05/07/2026
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Stove Range Fuel: Gas
  • Style: 2 Story
  • Type: House
  • Agent Only_ L A1 User Code: 110144
  • Egress: No
  • Elementary School: German Valley Grade
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 3648
  • Garage Type Driveway: Attached
  • Hold Earnest Money Y N: Yes
  • Pertinent Facts: Looking for a tranquil property with panoramic views, pastures and building set up for horses, chickens and more? This updated 4 bedroom, 3 bath farmhouse has over 3,600 sq feet, is situated on 7.03 acres with a 50x100 shop and barn complete with stalls. The southern facing front porch opens to a massive foyer highlighting the open concept living areas on the main floor. The home has dark hardwood floors, white woodwork and trim, windows everywhere showcasing the amazing private vistas entice you to be outdoors but there is so much inside too! The living room is open to the dining area with fireplace and large peninsula with seating for 6. Loads of white cabinetry with stainless steel appliances, built-in wine fridge and custom designed coffee center. The dining room opens to the 4-season porch for easy entertaining. Cozy up in the family room with surround sound for movie watching. Massive game room with custom barn doors and pool table. Enormous mud room/drop zone off garage with full bath perfect for coming in from the outdoors. Custom office with built-in desk, wood walls and floors make it a joy to work from home with northern and western views. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms, 2 with walk-in closets, a full hall bath with dual vanity. Primary suite has electric fireplace with reclaimed wood surround, bath with dual vanity, heated floors, and tile glass walled shower w/dual heads. Lower level has unique theater room with projector, cozy leather furniture, bar area and has charm of limestone walls and massive original beams. Tons of storage in basement. The barn has a chicken coop, 3 horse stalls, tack room, hayloft, frost free water hydrant and is adjacent to flexible pasture areas including cross fenced area with electric fencing and heated/automatic water. Shop has tons of space for the hobbyist, storing your toys, or for a home based business. Featuring updated LED lighting, 220 electric with an abundance of outlets, oil burning furnace, WI-FI and air compressor connections along north wall. Please see attached amenity sheet for more detailed information.
  • Designated Managing Broker Y N: No
  • Estimated Above Grade Sq Ft: 3648
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 18.5x13, On Level: Upper
  • Fireplace Type: Electric
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 16.8x11.9, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 14x11.4, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11.5x8.2, On Level: Upper
  • Dining Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 14x11
  • Family Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 16.7x13
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 24.9x11.6, On Level: Main
  • Living Room: Yes, On Level: Main, Dimensions: 16.9x11
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 2
  • Recreation Room: Yes, On Level: Lower, Dimensions: 22.3x19
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Siding
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: 2

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School #2: Forreston Grade

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1915

Tax Info

  • Year: 7244
  • Taxes: 2024

MLS Schools

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

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/15/2026 06/15/26 Sold $500,000 -4.8% $137 / Sq Ft
05/12/2026 05/12/26 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2026 05/07/26 For Sale $525,000 +90.9% $144 / Sq Ft
05/27/2016 05/27/16 Sold $275,000 0.0% $98 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/27/2016 05/27/16 Sold $275,000 -8.3% $98 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/10/2016 03/10/16 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2016 03/10/16 Pending -- -- --
12/09/2015 12/09/15 For Sale $299,900 -6.0% $107 / Sq Ft
06/04/2015 06/04/15 For Sale $319,000 -- $114 / 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 $7,607 $108,527 $12,214 $96,313
2024 $7,244 $86,144 $10,603 $75,541
2023 $6,596 $86,036 $10,495 $75,541
2022 $6,565 $79,618 $9,627 $69,991
2021 $6,138 $79,618 $9,627 $69,991
2020 $5,613 $71,997 $9,546 $62,451
2019 $5,577 $70,530 $9,304 $61,226
2018 $5,474 $68,598 $9,011 $59,587
2017 $5,392 $66,747 $8,896 $57,851
2016 $4,620 $55,739 $9,019 $46,720
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202602594

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®

APN: 05-20-22-400-007

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