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Property Description
Move-in ready ranch offering over 1,300 square feet of comfortable living space, numerous recent updates, and a finished lower level, all in a quiet neighborhood conveniently located near parks and schools. Step inside and appreciate the new flooring, fresh paint, updated appliances, and attractive landscaping, allowing you to move right in and start enjoying your new home. The main level features a spacious living room, formal dining room, and a functional kitchen with space for a breakfast table or the addition of an island to fit your lifestyle. An additional main-floor half bath is conventienly located off the kitchen and back entrance adding extra functionality. Three generously sized bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations, including a primary bedroom with double closets for abundant storage. Step outside to the 28' x 12' covered patio, creating the perfect space for morning coffee, summer cookouts, outdoor entertaining, or simply relaxing while overlooking the backyard. The finished lower level expands your living space with a large L-shaped recreation room, ideal for movie nights, a game room, home office, fitness area, or hobby space. The lower level also includes a laundry area with washer and dryer included, along with plenty of additional storage. Additional features include a high-efficiency gas forced-air furnace, central air conditioning, and an extra-deep attached garage measuring approximately 12' x 27', providing excellent space for parking, a workshop, bicycles, lawn equipment, and seasonal storage. Whether you're purchasing your first home, downsizing to convenient easy living, or simply looking for an updated home with extra living space, this property offers the perfect combination of updates, functionality, and value.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1324 Empire Ct
General
- Price: $130,000
- Taxes: $4,780 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12716736
- Updated: 7/27/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Freeport
- County: Stephenson
- Township: Freeport
- Driving Directions: Empire to South on Empire Court
School Information
- School District: 145
- Elem School District: 145
- Midd School District: 145
- High School District: 145
- Elementary School: Empire Elementary School
- Middle School: Freeport Junior High School
- High School: Freeport High School
- Private School: Freeport 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
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Square Feet: 1,308
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1968
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 70 x 132
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1968
- Tax Amount: $4,780
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 18180112603100
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Schools
Schools serving 1324 Empire Ct
School District:Freeport School District 145
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Empire Elementary School 1325 West Empire Street, Freeport, IL 61032 | PK-4 | 0.2 mi |
Freeport Middle School 701 West Empire Street, Freeport, IL 61032 | 7-8 | 0.7 mi |
Freeport High School 701 West Moseley Street, Freeport, IL 61032 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 1324 Empire Ct
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/27/2026
Listed
$130,000
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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 1324 Empire Ct
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,780
4%
$41,048
—
2024
$4,596
—
$41,048
13%
2023
$4,606
2%
$36,224
—
2022
$4,496
11%
$36,224
22%
2021
$4,037
5%
$29,604
—
2020
$3,852
—
$29,604
2%
2019
$3,835
2%
$29,088
3%
2018
$3,745
2%
$28,348
2%
2017
$3,677
—
$27,829
-1%
2016
$3,675
-7%
$28,135
-9%
2015
$3,963
—
$30,771
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 1324 Empire Ct
1324 Empire Court, Freeport, IL 61032 (MLS# 12716736) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 1324 Empire Court is currently listed for $130,000 and was received on July 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 1324 Empire Court? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Freeport? You can browse all Freeport real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

