Riverfront retreat on the Rock River! This charming one bedroom home offers 100 feet of river frontage on nearly half an acre with endless possibilities. Inside, you’ll find an eat in kitchen, cozy living room, and two enclosed porches perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The oversized one car garage provides tons of storage, and all appliances plus washer and dryer are included so you can move right in. The fenced yard is great for pets, gardening, or enjoying outdoor gatherings. Directly across the river from Miller Lowden State Park, you’ll always enjoy a natural, undeveloped view from your backyard. Located just south of Oregon and close to four state parks, the Oregon Rec Center, schools, and all the conveniences of Ogle County’s county seat, this home puts recreation right at your doorstep. From fishing and kayaking to boating and simply unwinding by the water, this riverfront getaway offers the perfect place to vacation at home. Fish right off your deck!
Sold for $87,500 on 10/15/25
$87,500
2811 S Brooks Island Rd, Oregon, IL 61061
1beds
735sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.4 Acres Lot
$89,700 Zestimate®
$119/sqft
$988 Estimated rent
Home value
$89,700
$74,000 - $109,000
$988/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 16, 2025 at 12:15pm
Listed by:
Carla Benesh 815-985-6235,
Re/Max Of Rock Valley
Bought with:
Carla Benesh, 471010258
Re/Max Of Rock Valley
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202505141
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 735
- Total interior livable area: 735 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 735
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch 4 Season
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
Lot
- Size: 0.40 Acres
- Features: County Taxes
Details
- Parcel number: 1616379008
- Special conditions: Estate
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Oregon
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2025 | Sold | $87,500-41.3%$119/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505141 | ||
| 8/27/2025 | Pending sale | $149,000$203/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505141 | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,000$203/sqft |
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202505141 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,346 -3.2% | $33,872 +8% |
| 2022 | $1,391 -15.3% | $31,352 +7.2% |
| 2021 | $1,644 +15.8% | $29,254 +4.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61061
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Oregon Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.6 mi
- 9/10Oregon High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oregon Elementary
- Middle: Oregon
- High: Oregon High
- District: Oregon 220
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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