$150,000

beds

bath

1,751

square ft

502 N Walnut Avenue

Forreston, Illinois 61030

Active / MLS #12580342 / Single Family / Forreston

Listing information updated 3/8/2026 at 6:03am

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 Features

Exterior Type:

Frame,Wood Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Portable Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,751

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.29

Internal Features:

Built-in Features

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

13x13 - Main

Dining Room:

16x12 - Main

Kitchen:

14x13 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

13x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

13x8 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Pantry:

5x4 - Main Level

Office:

13x11 - Main Level

Laundry:

13x7 - Second Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$2,775

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

61030

City:

Forreston

County:

Ogle

Schools

School District(s):

221

Elementary School:

Forreston Elementary School

Middle School:

Forreston Middle School

High School:

Forreston High School

Exterior Type:

Frame,Wood Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Portable Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,751

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.29

Internal Features:

Built-in Features

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

13x13 - Main

Dining Room:

16x12 - Main

Kitchen:

14x13 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

13x12 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

13x8 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Pantry:

5x4 - Main Level

Office:

13x11 - Main Level

Laundry:

13x7 - Second Level

Tax Amount:

$2,775

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

61030

City:

Forreston

County:

Ogle

School District(s):

221

Elementary School:

Forreston Elementary School

Middle School:

Forreston Middle School

High School:

Forreston High School

Listing Office: RE/MAX Unites

Listing Office Phone: 815.297.1778

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