Pending

$305,000

3853 Thistledown Ct, Cherry Valley, IL 61016

3beds

2,600sqft

$2,208/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1978

0.48 Acres Lot

$309,900 Zestimate^®

$117/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Hot tubFenced backyardBeautifully updated kitchenStunning granite islandStorage shed

Welcome home to this inviting 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch in Cherry Valley! This home offers a beautifully updated kitchen featuring a stunning granite island that serves as the centerpiece for cooking, dining, and gathering. Kitchen opens to the living area for a great room feel. The finished lower level provides additional living space to fit your needs, whether its' a recreation area, or home office. Step outside to enjoy the fenced backyard complete with a deck, patio, hot tub, and storage shed. Perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Attached 2 car garage provides convenient parking and storage. Bathroom showers were updated in March 2026. Roof 2018. Fence 2022. Deck 2020. Located conveniently near highway and shopping.

13 days

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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: 165.09
Dimensions: 14.11 x 11.7

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 100.21
Dimensions: 11 x 9.11

Bedroom 3

Level: Main
Area: 109.32
Dimensions: 12 x 9.11

Family room

Level: Main
Area: 265.78
Dimensions: 19.4 x 13.7

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 272.49
Dimensions: 29.3 x 9.3

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 494.13
Dimensions: 27.3 x 18.1

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Wall Oven, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
Laundry: In Basement

Features

L.L. Finished Space, Granite Counters
Windows: Window Treatments
Basement: Full,Sump Pump
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,600
Total interior livable area: 2,600 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,786
Finished area below ground: 814

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Deck, Patio-Brick Paver, Patio-Stamp Concrete
Has spa: Yes
Spa features: Private
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 0.48 Acres
Features: Subdivided

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 1602352023

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick/Stone, Vinyl
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1978

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: City/Community

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: IL

Location

Region: Cherry Valley

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $117/sqft
Tax assessed value: $219,693
Annual tax amount: $5,729
Price range: $305K - $305K
Date on market: 7/14/2026
Cumulative days on market: 13 days
Ownership: Fee Simple
Road surface type: Hard Surface Road

Estimated market value

$309,900

$294,000 - $325,000

$2,421/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/17/2026	Pending sale	$305,000$117/sqft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202604287 Report a problem
7/14/2026	Listed for sale	$305,000+91.9%$117/sqft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202604287 Report a problem
4/23/2011	Listing removed	$158,900$61/sqft
Source: BIRDVIEW Technologies. Inc. #58536 Report a problem
10/24/2010	Price change	$158,900-2.2%$61/sqft
Source: BIRDVIEW Technologies. Inc. #58536 Report a problem
5/22/2010	Listed for sale	$162,500+19%$63/sqft
Source: Gambino Realtors #53523 Report a problem
1/3/2003	Sold	$136,500$53/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$5,059 +3.8%	$73,231 +11.2%
2023	$4,873 +3.6%	$65,849 +12.1%
2022	$4,702	$58,739 +5.2%
2021	--	$55,862 +4.4%
2020	$4,734 +2.3%	$53,487 +4.9%
2019	$4,627 +0.1%	$50,979 +5.4%
2018	$4,623 +0.1%	$48,374 +3%
2017	$4,619	$46,947 +2.2%
2016	$4,619 +1.1%	$45,955 +1.9%
2015	$4,570 +1%	$45,112 -0.1%
2014	$4,525 +14.2%	$45,135 -21.1%
2009	$3,961	$57,185 +2.3%
2007	--	$55,926 +7.9%
2006	--	$51,837 +7%
2005	--	$48,427 +5.2%
2004	--	$46,033 +6.1%
2003	--	$43,367 +5.3%
2001	--	$41,189 +1.4%
2000	--	$40,608 +4.2%
1999	--	$38,975

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 61016

Getting around

8 / 100

Car-Dependent

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

7/10
White Swan Elementary School
Grades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
4/10
Bernard W Flinn Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
1/10
Jefferson High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Cherry Valley Elementary
Middle: Bernard W Flinn Middle
High: Jefferson High
District: Rockford 205

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.