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For sale by owner
  • Price cut: $10K (10/7)
    $150,000

    229 W Garfield St, Freeport, IL 61032

    2beds
    1,300sqft
    : 
    $1,230/mo
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    SingleFamily
    Built in 1929
    0.92 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $115/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Cozy sitting areaSpacious kitchenSpacious half-acre lotDining roomLarge master suite
    Cute single-family home with plenty of potential, sitting on a spacious half-acre lot. The home is set back from the road, offering a nice yard with plenty of room for kids to play, pets to roam, or to simply enjoy the outdoors. It’s also conveniently located just a few blocks from the schools. The main level features a comfortable living room, dining room, spacious kitchen, office, bedroom, and full bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find a large master suite with a jacuzzi tub/shower and a cozy sitting area. There are plenty of closets throughout the home for storage, plus a full basement with additional storage space and laundry. The detached 2.5-car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles, toys, tools, and more. Included appliances: refrigerator, range stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. A riding lawn mower is also included. A great opportunity for someone looking for a little more space, a large yard, and a home with room to make it their own!
    30 days
    472
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    Property Owner (815) 990-5999

    This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Forced air
      Cooling
      • Other
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: In Unit
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Concrete
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage - Detached
      Features
      • Exterior features: Vinyl
      Lot
      • Size: 0.92 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 181906254033

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      Materials
      • Roof: Shake / Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1929

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Freeport

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $115/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $76,962
      • Annual tax amount: $2,212
      • Date on market: 9/15/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $1,233/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/7/2026Price change$150,000-6.3%$115/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        9/30/2026Price change$160,000-3%$123/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        9/15/2026Listed for sale$165,000+107.5%$127/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/7/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/27/2019Listing removed$950$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        10/1/2019Listed for rent$950+5.6%$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/17/2018Listing removed$900$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/15/2018Listed for rent$900$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/23/2010Sold$79,500$61/sqft
        Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #108673 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$2,212 -22.3%$25,654 +8%
        2023$2,848 +2.4%$23,756 +6.1%
        2022$2,780 -2.1%$22,394
        2021$2,840 +0.6%$22,394 +3.2%
        2020$2,823 +63.7%$21,695 +13.7%
        2019$1,724 +3.6%$19,075 +2.6%
        2018$1,664 +2.7%$18,593 +1.9%
        2017$1,619 -0.5%$18,255 -1.1%
        2016$1,627 -15.6%$18,454 -12%
        2015$1,928 -11.7%$20,974 -13.6%
        2013$2,184 $24,263 -5%
        2010-- $25,529 +4.2%
        2009-- $24,501
        2008-- $24,501
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Willow Lake

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        26 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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