1240 S Appleton Rd, Belvidere, IL 61008
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SOLD
JUL 10, 2026

$244,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 3,048 sqft (on 0.40 acres)

1240 S Appleton Rd, Belvidere, IL 61008

Est. Refi. Payment $1,847/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 10, 2026 for $240,000 (4% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$244K
Since last month
Decreased$500 (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$16K (+6.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$4K (+1.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +145% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$244K
August 2026$245K
July 2026$245K
June 2026$246K
May 2026$246K
April 2026$293K
March 2026$223K
February 2026$219K
January 2026$213K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1418 16th Ave, Belvidere, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$265,000
10/06/25
5
2
2,236
1317 12th Ave, Belvidere, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$286,000
03/20/26
5
2
2,328
1126 Columbia Ave, Belvidere, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$188,000
06/16/26
4
2
1,486
1025 W Lincoln Ave, Belvidere, IL
0.65
Single-Family Home
$250,000
11/21/25
4
2.5
1,645
932 W 5th St, Belvidere, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$185,000
10/27/25
3
2
2,160
1205 7th Ave, Belvidere, IL
0.59
Single-Family Home
$245,000
12/19/25
3
2
2,240
925 Bancroft Pl, Belvidere, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$195,000
04/24/26
5
1.5
1,736

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1607 Jillian Ct, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.12
$296,600
4
2
2,598
Off Market
1407 15th Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.18
$204,800
3
1
1,114
Off Market
1418 16th Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.20
$275,300
5
2
2,236
Off Market
1624 W 9th St, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.22
$196,600
3
2
1,173
Off Market
1311 14th Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.23
$205,000
3
1
988
Off Market
1404 14th Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.28
$237,900
4
2
1,716
Off Market
1126 Columbia Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.32
$188,000
4
2
1,486
Recently Sold
1317 12th Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.34
$286,000
5
2
2,328
Recently Sold
1035 Aspen Ct, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.34
$300,600
5
3
2,071
Off Market
1620 14th Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.36
$223,100
3
2.5
1,970
Off Market
1024 W 5th St, Belvidere, IL 61008
0.37
$209,500
3
1
1,184
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
0.4 acre lot
3,048 sqft
$79/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Second wood-burning fireplaceBeautiful wood-burning fireplaceRecessed lightingMassive dining roomCrown moldingBay window
Spacious Ranch on almost 1/2 acre with additional living space in the attic that could serve as a 4th (or possible 5th) bedroom. Huge living room features recessed lighting, crown molding and a beautiful wood-burning fireplace. The massive dining room features a wood-sided wall and a bay window. Gallery-style kitchen opens to an eat-in area with backyard views. Master bedroom includes a newer bathroom with a jetted tub. Recent major updates: all-new windows and siding (2019) and a new roof (2018). Partially finished basement offers a large recreation room with a second wood-burning fireplace and a half bath, plus extensive unfinished storage space. Ideal for buyers seeking single-story living with expandable space and generous outdoor yard. Large covered front porch and back fenced in area separate from back yard for small dogs and/or private entertaining. Tons of closets and built in-s throughout. 2 car garage has double the space for workshop areas.
1240 S Appleton Rd, Belvidere, IL 61008 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,048 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $240,000 on Jul 10, 2026 (4% below the $250,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $244,100, with a rent estimate of $3,144/month.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Angie Wait, (815) 494-1531
Keller Williams Realty Signature
Bought with: NON-NWIAR Member, (815) 395-6776, Northwest Illinois Alliance Of Realtors®
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®, MLS#202602285

Home Details for 1240 S Appleton Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Sump Pump,FinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3048 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Water Softener Rented, Gas Water HeaterLaundry: In BasementRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window Treatments

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: CoveredFencing: FencedOther Structures: Garden Shed
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2.5Number of Covered Spaces: 2.5Has a GarageParking Spaces: 2.5Parking: Detached
Frontage
Road Frontage: City/Town
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2232 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 816 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 44

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0535151005

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $250,000Price Per Sqft: $79/sqftPrice Range: $240,000 - $250,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Jun 06 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD & CLOSED

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: BELVIDERECommunity: IL
School Information
Elementary School: Washington ElementaryElementary School District: Belvidere 100Jr High / Middle School: Belvidere South MiddleJr High / Middle School District: Belvidere 100High School: Belvidere HighHigh School District: Belvidere 100

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3048

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.40 acres

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 202602285Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2232

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 10, 2026
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602285
Sold
$240,000
Jun 13, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12628301
Pending
$250,000
Jun 6, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12628301
Contingent
$250,000
Jun 6, 2026
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602285
Pending
$250,000
May 28, 2026
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202602285
PriceChange
$250,000
Price decreased by 9%

Market trends in Belvidere

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$266K
$5.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$151
$6MoM
Available listings
61
4MoM

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What Locals Say about Belvidere

At least 252 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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    "Close to park and schools. Smaller homes in the area. Wide streets. Grocery store within walking distance. "
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    "Safety to live here highly recommend thi little town school and traffic is very good For me and my family are very happy "
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    "People regularly do not pick up dog poop, and leave it in your yard. People do not keep dogs on a leash, which can be scary for some children/small dogs."
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  • Zindy U.
    "The fireworks and the fair are what we look forward to every year. Everyone knows each other and it’s a very comfortable place"
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    "Heritage Days and Boone County Fair. The community gets together and celebrates it is well known and several surrounding cities come to attend. "
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  • Tumiko S.
    "Good families kids love the area. Quiet area. Good schools near by. Good place to raise family. Stores close by. Good good near."
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  • Tomassi19
    "I don't attend neighborhood events if there are any. As far as I know, there are no regularly scheduled events."
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  • Debbie C.
    "you can walk your dog with no issues. people don't pick up the poo tho. I love dogs and all animals.. this is a good town "
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    "Lots of parks in area quick places to eat and good ice cream places for kids too. "
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  • Christopher M.
    "It is close to shopping, schools and the highways. Close to both I90 and art 20. The neighbors are polite and friendly. Homeowners take good care of their properties. Even the children in the neighborhood are polite. There are no stray animals."
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    "You can walk your dogs just clean up after them it’s an ok area you have bad neighbors that can’t stop getting into your business if they were not so bird with their own lives I am selling my house because of them "
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  • Debbie H. A.
    "July 4th is awesome in my neighborhood. Lots of Fireworks! The Boone County Fair is one of the highlights of Belvidere. The Kishwaukee River is so much fun to go tubing, kayaking & canoeing during the summer. I love Belvidere!"
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    "I love my area yards are well maintained great neighbors. Trick or treating is wonderful! Kid friendly. "
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  • Samuel G.
    "It’s a very Calm area to raise your kids or if you just want a quiet neighborhood There’s a lot of community events"
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  • Nancy White
    "I've lived in Belvidere for 7 years and it has everything you need.People are very friendly and helpful."
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  • Pete A.
    "Good small town. Schools ok. Cheap housing. Real estate taxes are ol. One main employer close to tollway."
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  • Chris A. K.
    "Love our subdivision. Everyone looks out for each other. Know most my neighbors. Very friendly and welcoming "
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  • Katera
    "it's always green... and people tend to keep their yard/lawn well maintained. not a lot of cars or trucks parked on the street. close to schools."
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  • Juana T.
    "The area is nice and quiet good schools lots of parks and activities for families I really like it here and would recommend it "
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  • Kimya S.
    "I lived here for the last three years I really like living in Belvidere I believe that it's a great place to raise children and a great place to own property "
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  • Patrick G.
    "the police and sheriff department are down the block as well as the court house and county jail there is a lot of semi truck traffic because of 2 warehouses the speed limit is 25 mph and these trucks do not follow the speed limit as well as the factory workers driving down the street like it's a NASCAR track there are a lot of children on this block and it's going to take a child getting hit by a vehicle to have the police or sheriff's department patrol more frequently mind you both departments are less than 1 block away"
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Frequently asked questions about 1240 S Appleton Rd

  • What is 1240 S Appleton Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1240 S Appleton Rd in Belvidere, IL is $244,100.
  • What is the price history for 1240 S Appleton Rd?
    1240 S Appleton Rd in Belvidere, IL last sold for $240,000 in July 2026.
  • Is Belvidere a buyer's or seller's market?
    Belvidere is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Belvidere?
    The median sale price in Belvidere is $266K. That is up $5.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 1240 S Appleton Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1240 S Appleton Rd in Belvidere, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1240 S Appleton Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1240 S Appleton Rd in Belvidere, IL has laundry facilities.

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