Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch that's full of comfort, character, and value! Offering easy one-level living with a full basement complete with a sump pump, this home provides plenty of storage and room for future possibilities. The kitchen comes fully equipped with all appliances included, making your move even easier. One of the standout features is the finished, heated garage that's currently set up as the perfect man cave, hobby space, workshop, or game room. Step outside to enjoy the fenced backyard featuring a cozy fire pit for relaxing evenings and an additional storage shed to keep your lawn equipment and seasonal items organized. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or searching for a move-in-ready home with great outdoor space, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability. Schedule your private showing today!
Active
$130,000
720 W American St, Freeport, IL 61032
2beds
816sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$126,100 Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced backyardEasy one-level livingFinished heated garageGreat outdoor spaceCozy fire pitFull basementAdditional storage shed
- 50 days |
- 302 |
- 23 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimberly Taylor, MRP 815-541-5557,
NextHome First Class,
Becky Taylor 815-232-4433,
NextHome First Class
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12691874
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 816
- Total interior livable area: 816 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60x100
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 18143135102100
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Freeport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $159/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $63,417
- Annual tax amount: $1,849
- Date on market: 7/3/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$126,100
$120,000 - $132,000
$1,268/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000+170.8%$159/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12691874 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2014 | Sold | $48,000-5%$59/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #114413 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2013 | Sold | $50,500+7.4%$62/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #111606 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2008 | Sold | $47,000$58/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #106274 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,706 +14.3% | $21,139 +15.9% |
| 2023 | $1,493 +29.3% | $18,234 +19.2% |
| 2022 | $1,154 +19.7% | $15,301 +12.5% |
| 2021 | $964 +3.2% | $13,602 +3.2% |
| 2020 | $934 -20.2% | $13,178 -11.4% |
| 2019 | $1,170 +4.3% | $14,877 +2.6% |
| 2018 | $1,122 +3.3% | $14,494 +1.9% |
| 2017 | $1,087 -0.7% | $14,225 -1.1% |
| 2016 | $1,095 -1.9% | $14,383 -1.9% |
| 2015 | $1,116 -3.8% | $14,666 -6.6% |
| 2013 | $1,160 | $15,696 -10.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $17,460 -1.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $17,737 |
| 2008 | -- | $17,737 |
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Neighborhood: 61032
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Blackhawk Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Freeport Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Freeport High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 145
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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