Welcome home to this adorable 2 bed, 1 bath home in Capron! Roof over home was updated in 2023. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer and sump were all replaced in 2023. 1st floor laundry in the kitchen. Breezeway from the 2 car garage makes a great mud room. Driveway was recently redone. This home has solar panels. Come see it before it is sold! Cinch home warranty included.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$191Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lynsey Faraher• DICKERSON & NIEMAN
Bought with NON-NWIAR Member• NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?
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Market trends in 61012, IL
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
+0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$245K
$28K MoM
Avg. days on market
28d
5 days MoM
Recently sold homes
9
3 MoM
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Sale history for 255 S 2nd St
Date
Event
Price
NWIAR #202504329
Sep 29, 2025
Sold
$160,000
$169/sq ft
Aug 9, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 6, 2025
Relisted
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Aug 1, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 23, 2025
Listed
$160,000
$169/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12427155
Sep 29, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$160,000
$169/sq ft
Aug 9, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 6, 2025
Relisted (Active)
—
Aug 1, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 23, 2025
Listed (Active)
$160,000
$169/sq ft
+34
Welcome home to this adorable 2 bed, 1 bath home in Capron! Roof over home was updated in 2023. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer and sump were all replaced in 2023. 1st floor laundry in the kitchen. Breezeway from the 2 car garage makes a great mud room. Driveway was recently redone. This home has solar panels. Come see it before it is sold! Cinch home warranty included.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11432129
Aug 5, 2022
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$115,000
$121/sq ft
Jul 15, 2022
Pending
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Jun 29, 2022
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Jun 20, 2022
Relisted (Active)
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Jun 13, 2022
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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Jun 10, 2022
Listed (Active)
$120,000
$127/sq ft
+12
Looking for quiet small town living then look no further. This homeowner has taken pride in this beautiful 2 bedroom recently remodeled home featuring new flooring through out. Entry way features checkered block windows and ceramic tile. Step into the living room and cozy up in front of the romantic wood burning fireplace or watch the birds from the beautiful picture window. Eat in dining area with Florida windows offering plenty of natural sunlight. Kitchen has been updated with new counter tops, backsplash, sink and faucet. Bathroom has been completely remodeled with new vanity, lighting, flooring and more. Nice size bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Master bedroom features double closets. In the hall you'll find custom built in shelving for all your personals and a separate linen closet. Conveniently located 1st floor washer and dryer hookup. No window units here, instead you'll find the convenience of central air on a hot summer day. Furnace has a newly installed blower. Air is forced. Full basement waiting for your final touches. Off the mud room you'll find an attached deep two car garage. Exterior updates include new gutters, chimney, & water spigot. Home has also been power washed. Large corner lot with mature trees and shed for your tools. Come take a look today. This one will not last long. For peace of mind seller is offering a home warranty with the purchase.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,748 (−5.5%)
$7,114 + $34,143
$41,257
2024
$1,850 (−13.8%)
$7,114 + $34,143
$41,257
2023
$2,145 (−23.2%)
$7,114 + $30,057
$37,171
2022
$2,793 (+8.1%)
$7,114 + $26,712
$33,826
2021
$2,585 (+8.7%)
$6,480 + $22,085
$28,565
2020
$2,379 (−5.1%)
$6,480 + $19,982
$26,462
2019
$2,507 (+2.6%)
$6,478 + $18,020
$24,498
2018
$2,444 (+8.0%)
$5,962 + $15,788
$21,750
2017
$2,264
$5,640 + $13,803
$19,443
2016
$2,263 (−8.4%)
$5,500 + $12,450
$17,950
2014
$2,470 (+3.7%)
$6,207 + $12,620
$18,827
2013
$2,382
$6,207 + $12,739
$18,946
Tax history for 255 S 2nd St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,748 (−5.5%)
$7,114 + $34,143
$41,257
2024
$1,850 (−13.8%)
$7,114 + $34,143
$41,257
2023
$2,145 (−23.2%)
$7,114 + $30,057
$37,171
2022
$2,793 (+8.1%)
$7,114 + $26,712
$33,826
2021
$2,585 (+8.7%)
$6,480 + $22,085
$28,565
2020
$2,379 (−5.1%)
$6,480 + $19,982
$26,462
2019
$2,507 (+2.6%)
$6,478 + $18,020
$24,498
2018
$2,444 (+8.0%)
$5,962 + $15,788
$21,750
2017
$2,264
$5,640 + $13,803
$19,443
2016
$2,263 (−8.4%)
$5,500 + $12,450
$17,950
2014
$2,470 (+3.7%)
$6,207 + $12,620
$18,827
2013
$2,382
$6,207 + $12,739
$18,946
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
82 ft.
Lot depth
132 ft.
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
948
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Boone County
APN
04-11-139-007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Sump Pump, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,849
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: North Boone 200
Elementary School: North Boone Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School: North Boone Middle
High School: North Boone High
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 948
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Boone County
APN: 04-11-139-007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Capron Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
North Boone Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
7/10
North Boone High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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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 102° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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3.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$173,000 – $209,000
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