Located in the desirable Forreston School District, this move-in ready two-story home sits on a large corner lot with exceptional outdoor space and an oversized 30' x 24' two-car detached garage. A welcoming covered back porch and expansive deck with built-in seating create the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining, gardening, and everyday enjoyment. With a bonus covered front porch for added relaxing time. The main floor features a large updated kitchen with pantry closet and original butler's pantry, offering both charm and functionality. The spacious dining room open to the living room provide comfortable gathering space, and a main-floor 4th bedroom or home office offers flexibility for today's lifestyle needs. Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms, a full bath, and a generous laundry room conveniently located on the second level. The floored attic provides excellent storage and potential for a playroom, hobby space, or additional finished area. Major updates completed approximately 2014 include: roof, high-efficiency natural gas furnace, central air, high-efficiency water heater, windows with lifetime warranty, and exterior paint, offering peace of mind for future owners. A well-maintained home with space, character, and updates-ready for its next chapter in Forreston.
For sale
Price increase: $55.1K (3/2)
$150,000
502 N Walnut Ave, Forreston, IL 61030
3beds
1,751sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
0.29 Acres Lot
$138,600 Zestimate®
$86/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large corner lotExceptional outdoor spaceBonus covered front porchWelcoming covered back porch
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 03, 2026 at 03:24pm
Listed by:
Aubra Palermo 815-297-1778,
Re/Max Unites
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202601120
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 104
- Dimensions: 13 x 8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Storage
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,751
- Total interior livable area: 1,751 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,751
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Covered
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: City/Town
Details
- Parcel number: 0228328007
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City/Community
- Water: City/Community
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IL
Location
- Region: Forreston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $86/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $113,202
- Annual tax amount: $2,024
- Price range: $150K - $150K
- Date on market: 3/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$138,600
$112,000 - $164,000
$1,542/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Price change | $150,000+58.1%$86/sqft |
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| 3/21/2017 | Pending sale | $94,900$54/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Affiliated #20153324 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2016 | Price change | $94,900-4.6%$54/sqft |
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| 10/2/2015 | Price change | $99,500-2.5%$57/sqft |
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| 6/30/2015 | Listed for sale | $102,000+18%$58/sqft |
Source: Prudential Towne Square Realtors Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2007 | Sold | $86,450$49/sqft |
Source:  NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #105898 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,775 +9.1% | $37,734 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $2,544 +7.5% | $34,834 +9.3% |
| 2022 | $2,366 +2.6% | $31,873 +2.6% |
| 2021 | $2,305 +2.8% | $31,077 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $2,243 +9.1% | $30,528 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $2,057 -1.5% | $27,716 |
| 2017 | $2,088 +1.3% | $27,716 +2.4% |
| 2016 | $2,061 +4.6% | $27,059 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $1,970 -23.2% | $26,425 |
| 2014 | $2,566 -2% | $26,425 -2.4% |
| 2013 | $2,618 | $27,084 -5.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $28,572 -4.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $29,793 -2.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $30,519 |
| 2009 | -- | $30,519 |
| 2008 | $2,693 +19.1% | $30,519 +4.5% |
| 2007 | $2,262 | $29,205 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,028/mo
Principal & interest
$774
Property taxes
$254
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 61030
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Forreston Grade SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Forreston Jr/Sr High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- NAGerman Valley Grade SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 8.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Forreston Grade
- Middle: Forreston Junior/Senior High
- High: Forreston Junior/Senior High
- District: ForrestVille Valley 221
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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