Very unique One-of-a-kind Timber frame home built in 1993 is a one owner home sits on 2.24 acers. Located in Spring Valley most prestigious subdivisions Bernal Ct. Framing is Red Oak all peg timber 2x6 exterior walls. Natural for cracks to appear because home built with green wood and does not affect the structure of the home. Open concept living space. Boast, 4500 approximate square feet of living space. Main level bedroom, full bath and kitchen with breakfast bar. Dining area and great room with fireplace have multiple French doors go out to a very large newer deck with private patio area for entertaining. Main level laundry. Master suite with private bath and walk in closet. Also features very large office space with stairs that walkdown to 3 car garage with half bath. Walk out basement has 3rd bedroom full bath and a wet bar area and game room French doors exit to lower deck area and hot tub. Back deck overlooks the Illinois River certain times of year. Tree line to the back of home is very private. Many more amenities to mention. Pre-approval required with all offers. Sold as is. (Peru 4773015086)
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
2.34 acresLot Size
$77Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Katrina Jarrell-Holmes• Dickerson & Nieman
Bought with NON-NWIAR Member• NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?
Est. $2,498 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 821 Bernal Ct
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Oct 1, 2026
Sold
$344,667
$77/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12671437
Sep 30, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$345,000
$77/sq ft
Aug 29, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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Jul 23, 2026
Price Changed
$395,000
$88/sq ft
+53
Very unique One-of-a-kind Timber frame home built in 1993 Home was showcased on the cover of Timber Homes Illustrated magazine with a featured news story on the custom design and unique amenities of the house and is a one owner home and sits on 2.24 acers, in Spring Valleys most prestigious subdivisions Bernal Ct. Framing is Red Oak all peg timber 2x6 exterior walls. Natural for cracks to appear because home built with green wood, doesn't affect the structure of the home. Open concept living space. Boast, 4500 approximate square feet of living space. Main level bedroom, full bath and kitchen with breakfast bar. Dining area and great room with fireplace have multiple French doors go out to a very large newer deck, private patio area for entertaining. Main level laundry. Second level Master suite with private bath and walk in closet. Also features very large office space with stairs that walkdown to 3 car garage with a half bath. Walk out basement has 3rd bedroom full bath and a wet bar area and game room. French doors exit to lower deck area with hot tub. Back deck overlooks the Illinois River certain times of year. Tree line to the back of home is very private. Many more amenities to mention. Pre-approval required with all offers. Sold as is. (Peru 477.015086)
NWIAR #202603439
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$345,000
$77/sq ft
Aug 30, 2026
Pending
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Jul 23, 2026
Price Changed
$395,000
$88/sq ft
Jun 11, 2026
Listed
$479,000
$106/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,193 (+8.1%)
$28,754 + $92,715
$121,469
2024
$11,274 (+8.4%)
$28,754 + $92,715
$121,469
2023
$10,401 (+4.5%)
$26,487 + $85,404
$111,891
2022
$9,957 (+3.9%)
$24,838 + $80,086
$104,924
2021
$9,587 (+4.8%)
$22,911 + $73,873
$96,784
2020
$9,152 (+1.5%)
$21,626 + $69,731
$91,357
2019
$9,016 (+2.9%)
$20,762 + $66,946
$87,708
2018
$8,759 (+0.8%)
$20,313 + $65,498
$85,811
2016
$8,687 (+4.9%)
$19,374 + $62,470
$81,844
2015
$8,281 (+3.7%)
$19,222 + $61,980
$81,202
2013
$7,983
$20,139 + $64,937
$85,076
Public record
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Lot size
2.27 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bureau County
APN
18-34-376-009
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 Oct 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Gravel, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Sump Pump, Finished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,250
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
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: 2.34
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,274
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: 99 Spring Valley
Elementary School: 99 Spring Valley
Middle Or Junior School: 99 Spring Valley
High School: Hall HSD 502
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Bureau County
APN: 18-34-376-009
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
John F Kennedy Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Hall High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
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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 103° expected this year, 17 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Spring Valley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.