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Property Description
Introducing this charming raised ranch with 4 spacious bedrooms. This lovely home showcases a beautifully updated kitchen and 2 full bathrooms, offering modern amenities and style. This home boasts a one-stall attached garage with a workshop, providing ample space for storage and projects. Additionally, you'll find a delightful office space that overlooks the fenced-in backyard, complete with a deck for outdoor relaxation and entertaining. Don't miss the opportunity to make this wonderful house your new home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 817 W Empire St
General
- Price: $189,900
- Taxes: $2,728 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12605408
- Updated: 3/31/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Freeport
- County: Stephenson
- Township: Freeport
- Driving Directions: US RT 20 W to IL RT 26 S to Empire St
School Information
- School District: 145
- Elem School District: 145
- Midd School District: 145
- High School District: 145
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
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Concrete, Storage Space, Partial
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Laminate, Wood
- Square Feet: 1,132
- Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
- Year Built: 1956
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 112
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1956
- Tax Amount: $2,728
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 18180122800800
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Schools
Schools serving 817 W Empire St
School District:Freeport School District 145
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Blackhawk Elementary School, Freeport, IL 1401 South Blackhawk Avenue, Freeport, IL 61032 | PK-4 | 0.5 mi |
Freeport Middle School 701 West Empire Street, Freeport, IL 61032 | 7-8 | 0.2 mi |
Freeport High School 701 West Moseley Street, Freeport, IL 61032 | 9-12 | 0.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 817 W Empire St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/31/2026
Listed
$189,900
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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 817 W Empire St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,728
81%
$30,266
75%
2023
$1,507
7%
$17,304
—
2022
$1,403
-6%
$17,304
3%
2021
$1,493
7%
$16,764
—
2020
$1,401
-8%
$16,764
-4%
2019
$1,523
4%
$17,553
3%
2018
$1,467
3%
$17,106
2%
2017
$1,426
-5%
$16,793
-4%
2016
$1,497
-19%
$17,460
-14%
2015
$1,851
—
$20,371
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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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817 W Empire Street, Freeport, IL 61032 (MLS# 12605408) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 817 W Empire Street is currently listed for $189,900 and was received on March 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 817 W Empire Street? 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.

