Step back in time with this traditional, classic two-story home built in the early 1900s, brimming with timeless character and charm. A beautiful wraparound front porch welcomes you into this spacious residence featuring 4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. The main level offers a stunning updated kitchen complete with a classic built-in pantry, a large dining room perfect for gatherings, a formal living room, and an inviting sitting room. Upstairs, you'll find generously sized bedrooms with classic detailing. The property also includes a detached garage that was once used as a carriage house, adding to its historic appeal. With two entries to the clean, usable basement, this home provides excellent storage and functionality. A rare find, combining historic elegance with practical living spaces.
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$139,900
105 W Empire St, Freeport, IL 61032
4beds
1,809sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
9,200 Square Feet Lot
$138,700 Zestimate®
$77/sqft
$1,506 Estimated rent
Home value
$138,700
$97,000 - $200,000
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Generously sized bedroomsSpacious residenceDetached garageClassic detailingLarge dining roomInviting sitting roomBuilt-in pantry
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimberly Taylor, MRP 815-541-5557,
NextHome First Class,
Becky Taylor 815-232-4433,
NextHome First Class
Bought with:
Aubra Palermo
RE/MAX Property Source
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12431978
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,809
- Total interior livable area: 1,809 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 9,200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 46X200
Details
- Parcel number: 18190620302200
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Freeport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $77/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $74,955
- Annual tax amount: $499
- Date on market: 8/4/2025
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | Sold | $139,900$77/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431978 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Pending sale | $139,900$77/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431978 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Contingent | $139,900$77/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431978 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $139,900$77/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431978 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $499 -4.6% | $24,985 +33.6% |
| 2023 | $523 -7% | $18,698 +6.1% |
| 2022 | $562 -2.1% | $17,626 +13.5% |
| 2021 | $574 +9.2% | $15,529 +3.2% |
| 2020 | $526 +17.5% | $15,044 +13.4% |
| 2019 | $448 -0.2% | $13,261 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $449 0% | $12,939 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $449 +1.2% | $12,713 -1% |
| 2016 | $444 +1.4% | $12,846 -9.5% |
| 2015 | $438 -18.9% | $14,202 -8.4% |
| 2013 | $539 | $15,510 -15.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $18,293 -1.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $18,583 |
| 2008 | -- | $18,583 |
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Neighborhood: 61032
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Blackhawk Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Freeport Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10Freeport High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 145
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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