Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/04/2025
Listed
$199,000
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Property Description
Welcome home to this charming and updated 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath residence with a basement. Perfectly set on a large corner lot with a 2-car garage and shed. Inside, you'll find an updated interior with neutral, modern colors that complement the home's stylish finishes. The kitchen features granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, large kitchen island breakfast bar, and LVP flooring throughout the main level. The newer smart appliances, create a clean and contemporary look while making chores more enjoyable. Additional highlights include a main-level primary bedroom with ensuite- full bathroom, newer smart washer and dryer, fresh paint in select areas, a breezeway mudroom and basement. A newly updated sump pump extended gutters, and underground drainage was conveniently also recently added. Offering added privacy and a peaceful neighborhood feel, this home checks all the boxes. Located in a small, quaint community close to schools, shopping, and dining. Providing comfort, convenience, and modern upgrades throughout, don't miss the chance to make it yours! Sold AS IS
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 406 W Balsam St
General
- Price: $199,000
- Taxes: $2,472 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12522119
- Updated: 12/10/2025
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Granite Counters
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Forreston
- County: Ogle
- Township: Forreston
- Driving Directions: Rt 72 to Main follow to S First and down to Balsam
School Information
- School District: 221
- Elem School District: 221
- Midd School District: 221
- High School District: 221
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,668
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1900
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2021
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 123
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1900
- Tax Amount: $2,472.64
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2331260050000
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Schools
Schools serving 406 W Balsam St
School District:Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Forreston Jr/Sr High School PO Box 665, Forreston, IL 61030 | 6-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 406 W Balsam St
Tax History
Tax History for 406 W Balsam St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,473
22%
$33,913
7%
2022
$2,022
-22%
$31,633
12%
2021
$2,594
-2%
$28,221
-2%
2022
$2,647
4%
$28,944
4%
2020
$2,536
2%
$27,722
4%
2019
$2,484
-1%
$26,592
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2018
$2,518
-2%
$26,592
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2017
$2,557
25%
$26,592
2%
2016
$2,048
-20%
$25,961
2%
2015
$2,558
37%
$25,352
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2014
$1,867
-1%
$25,352
-2%
2013
$1,893
—
$25,983
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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406 W Balsam Street, Forreston, IL 61030 (MLS# 12522119) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 406 W Balsam Street is currently listed for $199,000 and was received on December 04, 2025. Want to learn more about 406 W Balsam Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Forreston? You can browse all Forreston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.