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    • $175,000

    1027 S Chicago Ave, Freeport, IL 61032

    3beds
    1,488sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1897
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $168,000 Zestimate®
    $118/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Updated bathroomMain floor laundryNew vinyl plank flooring
    Stop Renting. Start Owning! Unique homeownership opportunity designed for renters ready to make the move to owning. Updated 2-story home with 3-bedroom and 2-bathrooms with main floor laundry! Features include new vinyl plank flooring, updated bathroom, vinyl windows on main floor, and 100-amp electrical service. This property qualifies for a unique homeownership program designed to help renters transition to ownership with minimal upfront cash and a simplified approval process. Example terms: $175,000 purchase price with payments as low as $1,395/month. Security deposit may be applied toward the down payment, and the first month’s rent becomes the first mortgage payment. Program designed for hardworking buyers, including self-employed, 1099 earners, small business owners, ITIN holders, and credit-rebuilding applicants. If you qualify to rent, you may qualify to own. Program availability and terms vary. All approvals subject to income verification and underwriting guidelines. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Olga Kampmeier,

    Keller Williams Realty Signature

    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202601104MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 182.21
      • Dimensions: 13.7 x 13.3
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 114.13
      • Dimensions: 11.3 x 10.1
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 102.72
      • Dimensions: 10.7 x 9.6
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 149.16
      • Dimensions: 13.2 x 11.3
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 184.3
      • Dimensions: 19 x 9.7
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 183.54
      • Dimensions: 13.8 x 13.3
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Basement: Full
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,488
      • Total interior livable area: 1,488 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,488
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
      • Features: City/Town
      Details
      • Parcel number: 181431476032

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1897

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: City/Community
      • Water: City/Community

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: IL
      Location
      • Region: Freeport

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $118/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $41,289
      • Annual tax amount: $1,541
      • Price range: $175K - $175K
      • Date on market: 3/3/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 130 days
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $168,000

        $160,000 - $176,000

        $1,521/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/26/2026Price change$1,495-8.8%$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        4/24/2026Listed for rent$1,639+17.5%$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        3/12/2026Listing removed$1,395$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        3/3/2026Listed for sale$175,000+146.5%$118/sqft
        Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202601104 Report a problem
        2/27/2026Price change$1,395-14.9%$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        2/4/2026Listed for rent$1,639$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        6/12/2025Sold$71,000+512.1%$48/sqft
        Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202503332 Report a problem
        1/19/2012Sold$11,600$8/sqft
        Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #110145 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$1,541 +78.3%$13,763 +6%
        2023$864 -43.1%$12,989 +6.1%
        2022$1,520 +12.8%$12,244 +15.2%
        2021$1,347 +0.6%$10,624 +3.2%
        2020$1,339 +167.2%$10,293 +13.8%
        2019$501 -0.2%$9,045 +2.5%
        2018$502 -56.2%$8,828 +1.8%
        2017$1,146 +0.1%$8,676 -1%
        2016$1,145 +117.9%$8,766 -13%
        2015$526 -32.4%$10,081 -19.4%
        2013$777 $12,501 -15.7%
        2010-- $14,833 -1.6%
        2009-- $15,068

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 61032

        Getting around

        64 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        52 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Freeport 145
        • Middle: Freeport 145
        • High: Freeport 145
        • District: Freeport 145

        Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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