Discover easy one-floor living in this ranch home that offers scenic views. Located just outside Rochelle in the quaint community of Hillcrest. This home offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking to add their personal touch. As you make your way inside, you are welcomed by a comfortable sized living room that is open to the spacious eat-in kitchen. Down the hall, you have 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Off the kitchen you have a mudroom/laundry room that leads to a fenced-in backyard. This home not only offers a one-car-attached garage but is also complemented by an additional 2-car detached garage ideal for storage, a workshop or recreational vehicles. This home is nestled in a peaceful setting with beautiful country views, as it offers the perfect blend of country living all while being minutes from town, parks, bike paths, Highway 251, Interstate 39 and 88. While this home does need TLC, it is full of potential and it’s a great investment for those looking to create their own dream space. Additional features include: Sewer Line Replaced (2020), Water Heater (2018) and Furnace and Central Air (Approx. 2013). Newer Windows. Sold AS IS.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$115Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Jamie Ruth• Keller Williams Realty Signature
Bought with NON-NWIAR Member• NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?
Discover easy one-floor living in this ranch home that offers scenic views. Located just outside Rochelle in the quaint community of Hillcrest. This home offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking to add their personal touch. As you make your way inside, you are welcomed by a comfortable sized living room that is open to the spacious eat-in kitchen. Down the hall, you have 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Off the kitchen you have a mudroom/laundry room that leads to a fenced-in backyard. This home not only offers a one-car-attached garage but is also complemented by an additional 2-car detached garage ideal for storage, a workshop or recreational vehicles. This home is nestled in a peaceful setting with beautiful country views, as it offers the perfect blend of country living all while being minutes from town, parks, bike paths, Highway 251, and Interstate 39 and 88. While this home does need TLC, it is full of potential and it's a great investment for those looking to create their own dream space. Additional features include: Sewer Line Replaced (2020), Water Heater (2018) and Furnace and Central Air (Approx. 2013). Newer Windows. Sold AS IS.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,259 (+10.6%)
$3,091 + $34,149
$37,240
2023
$2,042 (+2.5%)
$2,893 + $31,960
$34,853
2022
$1,993 (+9.6%)
$2,753 + $30,412
$33,165
2021
$1,818 (+6.4%)
$2,543 + $28,094
$30,637
2020
$1,708 (+2.6%)
$2,422 + $26,756
$29,178
2019
$1,665 (+4.5%)
$2,380 + $26,296
$28,676
2018
$1,594 (+0.2%)
$2,380 + $26,296
$28,676
2017
$1,591 (+2.9%)
$2,333 + $25,780
$28,113
2016
$1,547 (+3.9%)
$2,269 + $25,073
$27,342
2015
$1,489 (−4.0%)
$2,231 + $24,654
$26,885
2013
$1,551
$2,339 + $25,846
$28,185
Tax history for 219 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,259 (+10.6%)
$3,091 + $34,149
$37,240
2023
$2,042 (+2.5%)
$2,893 + $31,960
$34,853
2022
$1,993 (+9.6%)
$2,753 + $30,412
$33,165
2021
$1,818 (+6.4%)
$2,543 + $28,094
$30,637
2020
$1,708 (+2.6%)
$2,422 + $26,756
$29,178
2019
$1,665 (+4.5%)
$2,380 + $26,296
$28,676
2018
$1,594 (+0.2%)
$2,380 + $26,296
$28,676
2017
$1,591 (+2.9%)
$2,333 + $25,780
$28,113
2016
$1,547 (+3.9%)
$2,269 + $25,073
$27,342
2015
$1,489 (−4.0%)
$2,231 + $24,654
$26,885
2013
$1,551
$2,339 + $25,846
$28,185
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
80 ft.
Lot size
7,958 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,320
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ogle County
APN
24-11-477-004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Asphalt, Attached, Detached
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: Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
Room Information
Basement Details: Crawl Space
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: 0.18
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,258
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Rochelle 231
Elementary School: Rochelle
Middle Or Junior School: Rochelle Middle
High School: Rochelle
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,320
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,958 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Ogle County
APN: 24-11-477-004
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lincoln Elementary School
Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Rochelle Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
Rochelle Twp High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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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 103° 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, 3 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$145,000 – $175,000
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