For sale

$290,000

1240 S Appleton Rd, Belvidere, IL 61008

4beds

3,048sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1920

0.4 Acres Lot

$283,700 Zestimate^®

$95/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Second wood-burning fireplaceBeautiful wood-burning fireplaceRecessed lightingMassive dining roomCrown moldingBay windowLarge covered front porch

Spacious Ranch on almost 1/2 acre with additional living space in the attic that could serve as a 4th (or possible 5th) bedroom. Huge living room features recessed lighting, crown molding and a beautiful wood-burning fireplace. The massive dining room features a wood-sided wall and a bay window. Gallery-style kitchen opens to an eat-in area with backyard views. Master bedroom includes a newer bathroom with a jetted tub. Recent major updates: all-new windows and siding (2019) and a new roof (2018). Partially finished basement offers a large recreation room with a second wood-burning fireplace and a half bath, plus extensive unfinished storage space. Ideal for buyers seeking single-story living with expandable space and generous outdoor yard. Large covered front porch and back fenced in area separate from back yard for small dogs and/or private entertaining. Tons of closets and built in-s throughout. 2 car garage has double the space for workshop areas.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 192
Dimensions: 16 x 12

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 126
Dimensions: 14 x 9

Bedroom 3

Level: Main
Area: 72
Dimensions: 9 x 8

Bedroom 4

Level: Upper
Area: 476
Dimensions: 28 x 17

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 253
Dimensions: 23 x 11

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 290
Dimensions: 29 x 10

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 294
Dimensions: 21 x 14

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Water Softener Rented, Gas Water Heater
Laundry: In Basement

Features

L.L. Finished Space
Windows: Window Treatments
Basement: Full,Sump Pump,Finished
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,048
Total interior livable area: 3,048 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,232
Finished area below ground: 816

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2.5
Parking features: Detached
Garage spaces: 2.5

Features

Patio & porch: Covered
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 0.4 Acres
Features: City/Town, Rural

Details

Additional structures: Garden Shed
Parcel number: 0535151005

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Siding
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

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

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: IL

Location

Region: Belvidere

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $95/sqft
Tax assessed value: $152,373
Annual tax amount: $3,872
Price range: $290K - $290K
Date on market: 4/24/2026
Cumulative days on market: 1 day
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$283,700

$270,000 - $298,000

$2,190/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/24/2026	Listed for sale	$290,000+202.7%$95/sqft
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602285 Report a problem
2/12/2018	Sold	$95,800+3.2%$31/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09728998 Report a problem
1/9/2018	Pending sale	$92,800$30/sqft
Source: Key Realty Inc. #09728998 Report a problem
12/12/2017	Price change	$92,800-7%$30/sqft
Source: Key Realty Inc. #09728998 Report a problem
12/6/2017	Price change	$99,800-2.6%$33/sqft
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10/26/2017	Listed for sale	$102,500$34/sqft
Source: Key Realty Inc. #09728998 Report a problem
10/26/2017	Pending sale	$102,500$34/sqft
Source: Key Realty Inc. #09728998 Report a problem
9/28/2017	Price change	$102,500-5%$34/sqft
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9/20/2017	Price change	$107,900-1.8%$35/sqft
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8/22/2017	Listed for sale	$109,900$36/sqft
Source: Key Realty Inc. #09728998 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$3,872 +4.3%	$50,791 +11.1%
2023	$3,713 +2%	$45,716 +4.9%
2022	$3,639 +5.8%	$43,579 +5.2%
2021	$3,439 +5.9%	$41,428 +10.5%
2020	$3,248 +6.3%	$37,501 +7.3%
2019	$3,055 +9.4%	$34,945 -6.7%
2017	$2,793 +1%	$37,445 +4.2%
2016	$2,766 +11%	$35,933 +9.4%
2015	$2,492 +0.5%	$32,838 -1.1%
2014	$2,480 -43.7%	$33,218 -2.9%
2013	$4,402	$34,199 -23.8%
2012	--	$44,885 -30.3%
2010	--	$64,367 -15.3%
2007	--	$75,980

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Monthly payment

Est. payment

$1,958/mo

Principal & interest

$1409

Property taxes

$549

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 61008

Getting around

15 / 100

Car-Dependent

33 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

5/10
Washington Academy
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
5/10
Belvidere South Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
3/10
Belvidere High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Washington Elementary
Middle: Belvidere South Middle
High: Belvidere High
District: Belvidere 100

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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