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Property Description
Enjoy peaceful riverfront living in this charming home situated along the Rock River. Expansive sliding glass doors frame beautiful water views and lead out to an elevated deck overlooking the fenced backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the open floor plan seamlessly connects the living room with the eat in kitchen, creating a bright and welcoming space. A convenient first floor bedroom and full bath offer flexibility, while a half bath is located upstairs. The basement features river view windows and a walkout door with a short staircase providing easy access to the backyard. A spacious garage accommodates vehicles and extra storage, and a garden shed adds even more utility. From the back deck, enjoy watching local wildlife, including pelicans, geese, and ducks as they glide across the water. An excellent opportunity to own an affordable riverfront home, schedule your showing today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1839 W 1st St
General
- Price: $185,000
- Taxes: $796 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12634618
- Updated: 5/1/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Dixon / Nelson
- County: Lee
- Township: Dixon
- Driving Directions: West on 1st Street in Dixon between Custer and Sherman.
School Information
- School District: 170
- Elem School District: 170
- Midd School District: 170
- High School District: 170
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Electric, Zoned
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,344
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1980
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 225
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Water Rights
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: River Front
- Water Front View: Back of Property
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1980
- Tax Amount: $796.96
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 7080625300300
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Schools
Schools serving 1839 W 1st St
School District:Dixon Unit School District 170
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Elementary School, Dixon, IL 800 4th Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021 | 2-3 | 1.1 mi |
Madison School, Dixon, IL 618 Division Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | 4-5 | 1.7 mi |
Washington Elementary School, Dixon, IL 703 East Morgan Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | PK-1 | 1.8 mi |
Reagan Middle School 620 Division Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Dixon High School 300 Lincoln Statue Drive, Dixon, IL 61021 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1839 W 1st St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/30/2026
Listed
$185,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1839 W 1st St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$797
-4%
$67,172
9%
2021
$832
—
$61,625
11%
2021
$832
-2%
$55,518
8%
2020
$849
-1%
$51,406
5%
2019
$854
2%
$48,958
3%
2018
$838
—
$47,532
-1%
2018
$838
—
$48,193
4%
2017
$837
—
$46,339
3%
2016
$841
4%
$44,989
—
2015
$806
—
$44,989
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 1839 W 1st St
1839 W 1st Street, Dixon, IL 61021 (MLS# 12634618) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 1839 W 1st Street is currently listed for $185,000 and was received on April 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 1839 W 1st Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Dixon? You can browse all Dixon real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

