Surprisingly spacious and full of charm, this sweet ranch is nestled right in the heart of #Cortland. Step inside to a bright and welcoming front room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace and sunny picture windows that fill the home with natural light. A separate dining room offers a delightful built-in cabinet, adding just the right touch of character. Outside, you'll love the large fenced-in yard complete with an oversized shed, patio area, and firepit - perfect for relaxing evenings or entertaining friends. With solid bones, no major issues, and plenty of opportunity to add your own decorating touches, this home is ready to become someone's very own home sweet home. Affordable, clean, and full of potential, this one is a must-see!
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$250,000
125 W Carol Ave, Cortland, IL 60112
3beds
1,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.31 Acres Lot
$256,500 Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$2,007 Estimated rent
Home value
$256,500
$208,000 - $315,000
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Cozy wood-burning fireplaceLarge fenced-in yardSurprisingly spaciousSunny picture windowsOversized shedSeparate dining roomPatio area
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Listed by:
Diane Morales 847-495-5000,
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Bought with:
Jerri Nelson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12551021
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Den
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X21
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Rented
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Dimensions: 91x155x90x154
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0920376002
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Rented, Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Cortland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $179/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,409
- Annual tax amount: $5,478
- Date on market: 1/20/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Sold | $250,000$179/sqft |
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| 2/25/2026 | Pending sale | $250,000$179/sqft |
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| 1/27/2026 | Contingent | $250,000$179/sqft |
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| 1/26/2026 | Price change | $250,000-3.1%$179/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $258,000+448.9%$184/sqft |
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| 10/28/2019 | Sold | $47,000-37.3%$34/sqft |
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| 10/16/2018 | Listing removed | $75,000$54/sqft |
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| 8/6/2018 | Price change | $75,000-4.9%$54/sqft |
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| 6/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $78,900$56/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,642 -5.9% | $74,803 +6.9% |
| 2023 | $5,997 +6.8% | $69,981 +12.3% |
| 2022 | $5,613 +3.4% | $62,328 +8.9% |
| 2021 | $5,429 +0.2% | $57,251 +3.2% |
| 2020 | $5,420 -8.3% | $55,465 +4.4% |
| 2019 | $5,909 +0.4% | $53,138 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $5,886 +1% | $51,422 +5% |
| 2017 | $5,827 +36.7% | $48,955 +6.4% |
| 2016 | $4,263 | $46,010 +6.5% |
| 2015 | -- | $43,206 +2.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $42,003 -3.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $43,527 -9.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $47,869 -9.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $52,824 -7.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $56,953 -4.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $59,725 +4% |
| 2008 | -- | $57,428 +5.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $54,650 +12.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $48,594 |
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Neighborhood: 60112
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Cortland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10Huntley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 3/10De Kalb High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cortland Elementary School
- Middle: Huntley Middle School
- High: De Kalb High School
- District: 428
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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