Offered for the first time in over 40 years, this cherished sprawling rambler ranch is a rare opportunity to own a truly special country estate. Privately set back off Shaw Road on 9.38 picturesque acres with nearly 1,900 feet of depth, the setting offers breathtaking views and exceptional privacy. A welcoming covered front porch leads inside to a spacious living room featuring, a stunning stone wood-burning fireplace with built-ins, and panoramic views of the rolling landscape. The formal dining room showcases a built-in china cabinet, while the warm and inviting kitchen is highlighted by a distinctive brick accent wall with cooktop, wall oven, built-in spice cabinet, updated maple cabinetry with rich mahogany stain, stainless steel appliances, large peninsula, and adjoining breakfast nook with additional serving space. The private owner’s suite offers double closets, hardwood flooring, a cedar walk-in closet, and en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms feature hardwood floors, including a secluded fourth bedroom ideal for a home office, located adjacent to an updated full bath. The finished walkout lower level is designed for entertaining with a massive family room featuring a second wood-burning fireplace, billiard room with pool table included, and an unforgettable bar room complete with custom bar, display cabinetry, and authentic stagecoach booth. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, or business owners will appreciate the incredible 6,000 sq. ft. heated and insulated outbuilding with office space and front/rear 12’ doors. Country living just minutes from shopping, dining, I-90, and Bypass 20!
Single-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
9.38 acresLot Size
$162Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jason Taylor• Century 21 Affiliated
Bought with NON-NWIAR Member• NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?
Est. $3,735 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 7889 Shaw Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NWIAR #202603729
Jul 30, 2026
Sold
$600,000
$162/sq ft
Jun 27, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 23, 2026
Listed
$599,900
$162/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12685013
Jul 30, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$600,000
$162/sq ft
Jun 27, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 23, 2026
Listed (Active)
$599,900
$162/sq ft
+68
Offered for the first time in over 40 years, this cherished sprawling rambler ranch is a rare opportunity to own a truly special country estate. Privately set back off Shaw Road on 9.38 picturesque acres with nearly 1,900 feet of depth, the setting offers breathtaking views and exceptional privacy. A welcoming covered front porch leads inside to a spacious living room featuring, a stunning stone wood-burning fireplace with built-ins, and panoramic views of the rolling landscape. The formal dining room showcases a built-in china cabinet, while the warm and inviting kitchen is highlighted by a distinctive brick accent wall with cooktop, wall oven, built-in spice cabinet, updated maple cabinetry with rich mahogany stain, stainless steel appliances, large peninsula, and adjoining breakfast nook with additional serving space. The private owner's suite offers double closets, hardwood flooring, a cedar walk-in closet, and en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms feature hardwood floors, including a secluded fourth bedroom ideal for a home office, located adjacent to an updated full bath. The finished walkout lower level is designed for entertaining with a massive family room featuring a second wood-burning fireplace, billiard room with pool table included, and an unforgettable bar room complete with custom bar, display cabinetry, and authentic stagecoach booth. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, or business owners will appreciate the incredible 6,000 sq. ft. heated and insulated outbuilding with office space and front/rear 12' doors. Country living just minutes from shopping, dining, I-90, and Bypass 20!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,992 (+5.4%)
$21,553 + $96,471
$118,024
2024
$7,584 (−1.6%)
$21,553 + $96,471
$118,024
2023
$7,708 (+8.7%)
$21,553 + $84,510
$106,063
2022
$7,093 (+2.1%)
$21,553 + $79,300
$100,853
2021
$6,949 (+3.9%)
$21,553 + $72,933
$94,486
2020
$6,686 (+0.6%)
$21,553 + $71,197
$92,750
2019
$6,647 (+0.4%)
$21,553 + $63,672
$85,225
2018
$6,618 (+3.5%)
$21,553 + $58,462
$80,015
2017
$6,397 (−1.0%)
$21,908 + $59,427
$81,335
2016
$6,462 (+6.1%)
$21,769 + $57,106
$78,875
2014
$6,089 (+5.7%)
$26,783 + $45,768
$72,551
2013
$5,758
$26,783 + $44,530
$71,313
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.52 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
3,109
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Boone County
APN
05-30-128-002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
A-1
Agricultural Preservation Area District
The agricultural preservation area district is intended to maintain, enhance, and conserve prime agricultural soils and historically farmed soils, to protect sensitive natural features, and to prevent the uncontrolled, uneconomical spread of nonagricultural development, which results in excessive costs to the county for the provision of essential public services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Winery & vineyard
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, 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: 1,360
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 9.38
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,607
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
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: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,109
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Boone County
APN: 05-30-128-002
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Academy
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
Belvidere South Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
5/10
Belvidere High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
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
Minor risk of severe winds over 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
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$558,000 – $676,000
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