Tucked back in a quiet wooded setting in rural Stephenson County, this beautifully maintained 3 bed, 2.5 bath home on 18.2 +/- acres offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and recreation. Built in 1991 with approximately 2,280 sq. ft. of living space, the property features a scenic creek, mature timber, abundant wildlife, and multiple outdoor living areas including a screened porch and elevated deck overlooking the water. Recent updates include a new roof, skylights, interior paint, updated master suite flooring and walk-in shower, plus numerous additional improvements throughout. The property also includes a historic barn, milkhouse, blacktop driveway, and 6.67 acres enrolled in CRP generating annual income. Located just minutes from Lena and Freeport with Starlink internet available.
Sold for $500,000
$500,000
2873 N Ayp Rd, Lena, IL 61048
3beds
2,280sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
18.2 Acres Lot
$499,800 Zestimate®
$219/sqft
$2,362 Estimated rent
Home value
$499,800
$445,000 - $565,000
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Historic barnScenic creekMature timberUpdated master suite flooringBlacktop drivewayQuiet wooded settingScreened porch
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Listed by:
Jason Heller 815-858-4403,
Midwest Land Group Llc
Bought with:
NON-NWIAR Member
Northwest Illinois Alliance Of Realtors®
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202602646
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Family room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 378
- Dimensions: 27 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 308
- Dimensions: 22 x 14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 312
- Dimensions: 24 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Water Softener, LP Gas Tank Rented, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,280
- Total interior livable area: 2,280 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,280
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Barn
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck-Covered, Patio-Brick Paver, Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Country
- Waterfront features: Creek/Pond
Lot
- Size: 18.2 Acres
- Features: County Taxes, Agricultural, Wooded, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Garden Shed, Outbuilding, Pergola
- Additional parcels included: 081317200014
- Parcel number: 081317200013
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: IL
Location
- Region: Lena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $219/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $269,721
- Annual tax amount: $7,958
- Date on market: 5/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Hard Surface Road
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Sold | $500,000+0.2%$219/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602646 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Pending sale | $499,000$219/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602646 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000$219/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602646 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,686 +9.2% | $89,907 +15.8% |
| 2023 | $7,038 +2.6% | $77,671 +3.5% |
| 2022 | $6,861 +8.3% | $75,034 +9.4% |
| 2021 | $6,334 -0.6% | $68,565 +2% |
| 2020 | $6,374 +1.3% | $67,225 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,291 +1% | $65,933 +1% |
| 2018 | $6,229 +0.2% | $65,290 +0% |
| 2017 | $6,216 +4.5% | $65,284 +2.5% |
| 2016 | $5,948 +2.5% | $63,664 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,801 -5.9% | $62,742 -4.6% |
| 2013 | $6,167 | $65,754 -8.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $71,607 |
| 2009 | -- | $71,607 |
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Neighborhood: 61048
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lincoln-Douglas Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 4.2 mi
- 3/10Freeport Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 5.8 mi
- 1/10Freeport High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
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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