3 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch home conveniently located just off Route 251 in Machesney Park with great curb appeal and plenty of space inside and out. The entry opens into a spacious living area featuring a fireplace flanked by two windows, flowing into the kitchen and dining area for an open-concept layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Sliding doors off the dining area lead to a screened porch with access to the deck and fenced backyard, creating a great space to relax, entertain, or enjoy the outdoors. The main level offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathroom, while the finished lower level includes a large rec room with bar area, and an additional flex room perfect for an office, workout space, or guest area. The home also features an attached 2-car garage for added convenience. Situated on a corner lot with an impressive 4-car detached garage, pole building, and storage shed providing exceptional space for vehicles, hobbies, tools, or extra storage.
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
11649 Dorothea Ave, Machesney Park, IL 61115
3beds
2,138sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
0.51 Acres Lot
$282,000 Zestimate®
$131/sqft
$2,312 Estimated rent
Home value
$282,000
$268,000 - $296,000
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Pole buildingFenced backyardCorner lotGreat curb appealScreened porch
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Listed by:
Toni Vander Heyden 815-315-1110,
Keller Williams Realty Signature
Bought with:
Tracy Wallschlaeger, 475136274
Gambino Realtors
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202602693
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 175.5
- Dimensions: 15 x 11.7
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 144.57
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 10.11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 91.1
- Dimensions: 10 x 9.11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 99.19
- Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 95.04
- Dimensions: 9.9 x 9.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 307.58
- Dimensions: 18.2 x 16.9
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
Features
- L.L. Finished Space, Ceiling-Vaults/Cathedral, Second Kitchen
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,138
- Total interior livable area: 2,138 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,256
- Finished area below ground: 882
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Detached
- Garage spaces: 6
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0808476001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IL
Location
- Region: Machesney Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $131/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $216,141
- Annual tax amount: $6,086
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Hard Surface Road
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $280,000+1.8%$131/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Pending sale | $274,999$129/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $274,999$129/sqft |
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| 4/27/2026 | Listing removed | $2,250$1/sqft |
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| 4/7/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,250-10%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,500+38.9%$1/sqft |
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| 10/28/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/24/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,731 +5.1% | $72,047 +13.6% |
| 2023 | $5,453 +0.9% | $63,407 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $5,405 | $57,832 +7.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $53,787 +5% |
| 2020 | $2,578 -7.3% | $51,235 +4.4% |
| 2019 | $2,779 -9.8% | $49,076 +3.4% |
| 2018 | $3,081 -1.4% | $47,467 +2.8% |
| 2017 | $3,124 | $46,166 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,124 -0.6% | $45,247 +10.8% |
| 2015 | $3,144 -16.3% | $40,851 |
| 2014 | $3,757 +5% | $40,851 -19.5% |
| 2009 | $3,579 | $50,768 +5% |
| 2007 | -- | $48,358 +6.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $45,231 +3.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $43,837 +2.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $42,793 +7.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $39,833 |
| 2001 | -- | $39,833 +2.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $38,877 |
| 1999 | -- | $38,877 |
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Neighborhood: 61115
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ralston Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Harlem Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.5 mi
- 4/10Harlem High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ralston Elementary
- Middle: Harlem Jr
- High: Harlem High School
- District: Harlem 122
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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