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.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$79Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Angie Wait• Keller Williams Realty Signature
Bought with NON-NWIAR Member• NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?
Est. $2,860 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1240 S Appleton Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12628301
Jul 10, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$240,000
$79/sq ft
Jun 12, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 6, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
May 27, 2026
Price Changed
$250,000
$82/sq ft
May 8, 2026
Price Changed
$275,000
$90/sq ft
Apr 24, 2026
Listed (Active)
$290,000
$95/sq ft
+35
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 a 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-ins throughout. 2 car garage has double the spacefor workshop areas.
NWIAR #202602285
Jul 10, 2026
Sold
$240,000
$79/sq ft
Jun 6, 2026
Pending
—
May 27, 2026
Price Changed
$250,000
$82/sq ft
May 8, 2026
Price Changed
$275,000
$90/sq ft
Apr 23, 2026
Listed
$290,000
$95/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09728998
Feb 12, 2018
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$95,800
$31/sq ft
Jan 9, 2018
Pending
—
Jan 9, 2018
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Jan 3, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Dec 12, 2017
Price Changed
$92,800
$30/sq ft
Dec 6, 2017
Price Changed
$99,800
$33/sq ft
Nov 27, 2017
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Oct 26, 2017
Pending
—
Oct 12, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 28, 2017
Price Changed
$102,500
$34/sq ft
Sep 20, 2017
Price Changed
$107,900
$35/sq ft
Aug 22, 2017
Listed (New)
$109,900
$36/sq ft
+14
Ranch home with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Large kitchen with lots of cabinet and formal dining room with bench window seat. Living room is very spacious with fireplace. Master bedroom with full bath. Finished basement with bar and family room with all brick fireplace. Very nice size yard with large front deck. Must see, will NOT last long!!!!
NWIAR #201705199
Feb 12, 2018
Sold
$95,800
$31/sq ft
Aug 22, 2017
Listed
$92,800
$30/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 19, 2004
Sold
$172,000
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,137 (+32.7%)
$5,152 + $65,341
$70,493
2024
$3,872 (+4.3%)
$5,152 + $65,341
$70,493
2023
$3,713 (+2.0%)
$5,152 + $45,639
$50,791
2022
$3,639 (+5.8%)
$7,900 + $37,816
$45,716
2021
$3,439 (+5.9%)
$7,900 + $35,679
$43,579
2020
$3,248 (+6.3%)
$7,900 + $33,528
$41,428
2019
$3,055 (−25.5%)
$8,330 + $29,171
$37,501
2018
$4,101 (+46.8%)
$8,330 + $28,815
$37,145
2017
$2,793 (+1.0%)
$8,729 + $28,715
$37,444
2016
$2,766 (+8.4%)
$8,587 + $27,346
$35,933
2014
$2,550 (−0.8%)
$10,000 + $23,218
$33,218
2013
$2,572
$10,000 + $24,199
$34,199
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
220 ft.
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
1920
Sq. Ft.
2,232
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Boone County
APN
05-35-151-005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Sump Pump, Finished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 816
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.4
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,872
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Belvidere 100
Elementary School: Washington Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Belvidere South Middle
High School: Belvidere High
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,232
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1920
County: Boone County
APN: 05-35-151-005
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Academy
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Belvidere South Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
5/10
Belvidere High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Belvidere, IL • 61008
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$242,000 – $292,000
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