Cute little ranch out in the Country in Forreston Schools. Waiting for you to make it your own. Oversized garage is 25'6 x 14' and part 2 - 23' x 22'. Seller does not pay customary closing costs: including title policy, escrow fees, survey or transfer fees. Property was built prior to 1978 and lead-based paint potentially exists. Seller does not pay customary closing costs: including title policy, escrow fees, survey or transfer fees. Proof of funds required on cash transactions; Lender Pre-Approval letter for financed offers (dated within last 30 days). This property may qualify for Seller Financing (Vendee). Owner is the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
Cute little ranch out in the Country in Forreston Schools. Waiting for you to make it your own. Oversized garage is 25'6 x 14' and part 2 - 23' x 22'. Seller does not pay customary closing costs: including title policy, escrow fees, survey or transfer fees. Property was built prior to 1978 and lead-based paint potentially exists. Seller does not pay customary closing costs: including title policy, escrow fees, survey or transfer fees. Proof of funds required on cash transactions; Lender Pre-Approval letter for financed offers (dated within last 30 days). This property may qualify for Seller Financing (Vendee). Owner is the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
NWIAR #202305799
Nov 14, 2023
Sold
$75,000
$82/sq ft
Oct 16, 2023
Pending
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Oct 5, 2023
Listed
$69,500
$76/sq ft
NWIAR #201807315
Jan 31, 2019
Sold
$119,000
$130/sq ft
Nov 19, 2018
Listed
$119,000
$130/sq ft
+2
Country living with new septic tank , new pressure tank, newer roof, siding & windows. Big detached garage - 3 car & new side entry door. Nestled in the trees. Brand new stove and dishwasher. Sold As Is. Possible Shortsale. Subject to lender approval & commission is 50/50 of what is received.
NWIAR #201803691
Aug 17, 2018
Sold
$116,000
$127/sq ft
Jun 23, 2018
Listed
$119,900
$131/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 3, 2009
Sold
$100,500
$110/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$1,961 (−44.3%)
$9,206 + $17,394
$26,600
2023
$3,523 (+23.6%)
$8,468 + $39,518
$47,986
2022
$2,851 (+7.4%)
$7,777 + $36,292
$44,069
2021
$2,654 (+7.1%)
$7,208 + $33,635
$40,843
2020
$2,477 (+4.6%)
$6,710 + $31,312
$38,022
2019
$2,369 (+11.3%)
$6,360 + $29,680
$36,040
2018
$2,128 (−1.9%)
$6,360 + $29,680
$36,040
2017
$2,169 (−4.9%)
$5,343 + $21,271
$26,614
2016
$2,282 (+28.8%)
$5,343 + $21,271
$26,614
2015
$1,771 (−4.6%)
$5,343 + $21,271
$26,614
2013
$1,857
$5,719 + $22,767
$28,486
Tax history for 5779 W Town Line Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$1,961 (−44.3%)
$9,206 + $17,394
$26,600
2023
$3,523 (+23.6%)
$8,468 + $39,518
$47,986
2022
$2,851 (+7.4%)
$7,777 + $36,292
$44,069
2021
$2,654 (+7.1%)
$7,208 + $33,635
$40,843
2020
$2,477 (+4.6%)
$6,710 + $31,312
$38,022
2019
$2,369 (+11.3%)
$6,360 + $29,680
$36,040
2018
$2,128 (−1.9%)
$6,360 + $29,680
$36,040
2017
$2,169 (−4.9%)
$5,343 + $21,271
$26,614
2016
$2,282 (+28.8%)
$5,343 + $21,271
$26,614
2015
$1,771 (−4.6%)
$5,343 + $21,271
$26,614
2013
$1,857
$5,719 + $22,767
$28,486
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
152 ft.
Lot depth
188 ft.
Lot size
0.64 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
912
Year built
1982
Style
Other
County
Ogle County
APN
08-03-100-002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Gravel, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Sump Pump, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
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: 0.64
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,851
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: ForestVille Valley 221
Elementary School: Forreston Grade
Middle Or Junior School: Forreston Junior/Senior High
High School: Forreston Junior/Senior High
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 912
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.64 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: —
County: Ogle County
APN: 08-03-100-002
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 8, 2026
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German Valley Grade School
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Forreston Jr/Senior High School
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