Modernized Turn-of-the-Century Farmhouse***Beautiful, move-in ready, and packed with major improvements - this spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offers comfort, efficiency, and modern convenience throughout! Thoughtfully updated with walls removed to create an open layout and flowing floor plan, this home offers an inviting feel ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Recent exterior upgrades include a brand new roof and gutters on both the house and garage installed within the last month, along with replacement windows and siding completed in 2019 for added curb appeal and peace of mind. Inside, the kitchen was updated in 2022 and blends beautifully into the home's open-concept design. Major mechanical updates include a high-efficiency furnace, central air, and high-efficiency on-demand water heater all installed in 2021. Additional features include fiber internet availability, EV charger-ready, 200 amp electrical service, convenient main floor laundry, and skylights in the upstairs bedroom equipped with solar-powered remote-controlled blinds. The insulated garage with durable slat board walls offers excellent storage and workspace potential, while the fully fenced backyard with a 6-foot privacy fence creates a private outdoor setting perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A comfortable, updated home offering modern efficiency, thoughtful improvements, and functional living space throughout! Nestled on iconic Oak Street - home to Lena's beloved parade route and the heart of Halloween festivities - this property offers a lifestyle that's hard to find.
Contingent
$248,500
505 Oak St, Lena, IL 61048
4beds
1,665sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.28 Acres Lot
$247,500 Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Convenient main floor laundryHigh-efficiency on-demand water heaterHigh-efficiency furnaceCentral air
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- 479 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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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#: 12656133
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Closet
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Replacement Windows
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Skylight(s), Drapes
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,665
- Total interior livable area: 1,665 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, EV Ready, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 95x132
Details
- Parcel number: 11073228500900
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: American 4-Sq.,Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Lena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $149/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $170,013
- Annual tax amount: $4,106
- Date on market: 5/23/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$247,500
$235,000 - $260,000
$1,988/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Contingent | $248,500$149/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12656133 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $248,500+98.8%$149/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12656133 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2019 | Sold | $125,000-3.8%$75/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #121472 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2018 | Pending sale | $129,900$78/sqft |
Source: WELCOME HOME NW ILLINOIS, INC. #20181791 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2018 | Listed for sale | $129,900+363.9%$78/sqft |
Source: WELCOME HOME NW ILLINOIS, INC. #20181791 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2017 | Sold | $28,000-19.8%$17/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #118984 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2017 | Price change | $34,900-16.9%$21/sqft |
Source: CHOICE REALTY OF FREEPORT LLC #20170197 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2017 | Price change | $42,000-11.6%$25/sqft |
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| 3/16/2017 | Price change | $47,500-9.5%$29/sqft |
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| 2/19/2017 | Listed for sale | $52,500$32/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,106 +1.3% | $56,671 +17.1% |
| 2023 | $4,052 +12.1% | $48,408 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $3,616 +6.5% | $43,658 +5.3% |
| 2021 | $3,396 -1.2% | $41,452 +0.2% |
| 2020 | $3,438 -13.5% | $41,353 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,972 +153% | $40,542 +155.8% |
| 2018 | $1,570 -22.8% | $15,852 -22.4% |
| 2017 | $2,035 +41.9% | $20,430 |
| 2016 | $1,434 -0.1% | $20,430 +1% |
| 2015 | $1,436 -32.3% | $20,228 -23.9% |
| 2013 | $2,122 | $26,572 -7.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $28,743 |
| 2009 | -- | $28,743 |
| 2008 | -- | $28,743 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 61048
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lena Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Lena-Winslow Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- NALena-Winslow High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 202
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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- Illinois
- Stephenson County
- Lena
- 61048
- 505 Oak St
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