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Property Description
Located in the desirable Forreston School District, this move-in ready two-story home sits on a large corner lot with exceptional outdoor space and an oversized 30' x 24' two-car detached garage. A welcoming covered back porch and expansive deck with built-in seating create the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining, gardening, and everyday enjoyment. With a bonus covered front porch for added relaxing time. The main floor features a large updated kitchen with pantry closet and original butler's pantry, offering both charm and functionality. The spacious dining room open to the living room provide comfortable gathering space, and a main-floor 4th bedroom or home office offers flexibility for today's lifestyle needs. Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms, a full bath, and a generous laundry room conveniently located on the second level. The floored attic provides excellent storage and potential for a playroom, hobby space, or additional finished area. Major updates completed approximately 2014 include: roof, high-efficiency natural gas furnace, central air, high-efficiency water heater, windows with lifetime warranty, and exterior paint, offering peace of mind for future owners. A well-maintained home with space, character, and updates-ready for its next chapter in Forreston.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 502 N Walnut Ave
General
- Price: $150,000
- Taxes: $2,775 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12580342
- Updated: 3/8/2026
- Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: Built-in Features
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Portable Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Forreston
- County: Ogle
- Township: Forreston
- Driving Directions: Hwy 72 / 26 is also Walnut Ave
School Information
- School District: 221
- Elem School District: 221
- Midd School District: 221
- High School District: 221
- Elementary School: Forreston Elementary School
- Middle School: Forreston Middle School
- High School: Forreston High School
- Private School: Forreston High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Frame, Wood Siding
- Exterior Const.: Frame, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,751
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1904
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 80 x 160
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1904
- Tax Amount: $2,775
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 2283280070000
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Schools
Schools serving 502 N Walnut Ave
School District:Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Forreston Grade School PO Box 665, Forreston, IL 61030 | 1-5 | 0.5 mi |
German Valley Grade School PO Box 74, German Valley, IL 61039 | PK-K | 8.1 mi |
Forreston Jr/Sr High School PO Box 665, Forreston, IL 61030 | 6-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 502 N Walnut Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/02/2026
Listed
$150,000
73.51%
MLS
5/21/2007
Sold
$86,450
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502 N Walnut Avenue, Forreston, IL 61030 (MLS# 12580342) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 502 N Walnut Avenue is currently listed for $150,000 and was received on March 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 502 N Walnut Avenue? 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.
