This is the one you've been waiting for! Set among peaceful cornfields on a 4.45-acre lot, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home offers the perfect blend of country living, modern comfort, and valuable upgrades. The upper level features three bedrooms, a full bath, living room, dining, and kitchen, while the lower level includes a spacious primary bedroom, full bath, rec room, and laundry room. The property includes an attached 2-car garage plus an impressive 30x60 detached pole barn, providing excellent space for storage, hobbies, equipment, or workshop use. Off the back of the home, a brand-new Trex deck leads out to the above-ground pool, creating a great setup for relaxing or entertaining. The seller has invested in solar panels mounted on the rear of the home, helping keep heating and cooling costs much lower than you might typically expect with a rural property. The home has also been nicely updated cosmetically over the past two years and includes many major improvements, including: Paver patio, 2020 Solar panels, 2021 Windows, 2024 Pool and pool equipment, 2024 Well pressure tank, 2025 Trex deck, 2025 Furnace, 2026 Gutters, 2026 Additional features include a Ring security system with a pool gate alarm, plus a radon mitigation system installed by the previous owners. Located in the Meridian School District, this move-in ready country property has everything you need to enjoy space, privacy, and comfort inside and out.
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
4.45 acresLot Size
$177Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Justin Sheley• Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Est. $1,688 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12521 E High Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NWIAR #202602899
Jul 31, 2026
Sold
$425,000
$177/sq ft
Jul 13, 2026
Pending
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Jun 3, 2026
Price Changed
$425,000
$177/sq ft
May 20, 2026
Listed
$450,000
$188/sq ft
NWIAR #201903826
Mar 20, 2020
Sold
$196,000
$82/sq ft
Jun 28, 2019
Listed
$199,900
$83/sq ft
+19
Lovely home on 4.46 acres with outbuilding. This 4 bedroom 2 bathroom bi-level has tons of space. Upper level has an open flow from the living room into the dining room and kitchen. The kitchen has newer white cabinets, a concrete counter-top and back splash. The stainless steel appliances are included and are nice. Large slider off the kitchen that leads to the deck and some beautiful views. Three good sized bedrooms upstairs that share a full remodeled bathroom. Lower level has the master bedroom with a walk in closet and shares a bathroom with the other living space. The lower level family room has a wood burning fireplace and access to the garage. New roof 2018 and new flooring throughout this home.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10266290
Jun 28, 2019
Listing Removed
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NWIAR #201604658
Sep 29, 2016
Sold
$200,000
$83/sq ft
Jul 25, 2016
Listed
$209,900
$87/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2018
$4,762 (+3.3%)
$11,100 + $50,668
$61,768
2017
$4,611 (+39.8%)
$10,638 + $48,560
$59,198
2016
$3,297 (−12.2%)
$9,878 + $38,764
$48,642
2015
$3,754 (+9.8%)
$9,878 + $38,764
$48,642
2013
$3,420
$9,950 + $39,049
$48,999
Public record
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Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ogle County
APN
1115200007
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jan 26, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Electric Water Heater
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Sump Pump, Finished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Above Ground
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,200
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 Size Acres: 4.45
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,478
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Meridian 223
Elementary School: Highland Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Meridian Jr High
High School: Stillman Valley High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Ogle County
APN: 1115200007
Home facts updated by county records on Jan 26, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Highland Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 4.1mi
Meridian Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
8/10
Stillman Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
9/10
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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
3/10 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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Davis Junction, IL • 61020
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$413,000 – $499,000
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