Courtesy: Real Broker LLC
855-450-0442
Located in Ogle County in the small community of Holcomb, this 2-story home offers an affordable opportunity under $200,000 with 1,400 square feet of living space, 3 bedrooms, and 1.1 bathrooms, including a convenient second-floor laundry area converted from one of the original bedrooms. Built in 1849, the home blends historic character with modern updates, featuring 9-foot ceilings, an original stained wood staircase, and painted trim with a distinctive distressed finish that highlights its vintage appeal. The traditional layout provides defined living spaces, and the updated kitchen (2020) offers practical functionality for everyday use. Major mechanical improvements include a new furnace and central air in 2024, updated plumbing throughout in 2021, 200-amp electrical service with new panel (2021), water heater (2020), and vinyl windows installed in 2022. The half bath was remodeled in 2025, and laminate plank flooring runs through much of the home. The partial unfinished basement with crawl space provides storage. Situated on a .281-acre corner lot with natural gas service, private well and septic, gravel driveway, large mature trees, the property faces open farm fields, offering rural views and privacy while remaining accessible. Conveniently located approximately 9 miles from Rochelle, 7 miles to I-39, and under 30 minutes to Rockford shopping and amenities, this Northern Illinois property offers small-town living with quick access to major routes, making it a strong option for buyers seeking space outside larger city centers.
Courtesy: Bearrows Real Estate & Auction Co
815-562-5113
Small Town Country Living with Endless Views & Unlimited Potential!! Nestled in a well-established neighborhood on a quiet dead-end road, this one of a kind country property has so much more to offer than meets the eye. Sitting on a half-acre lot surrounded by wide open land with big open views as far as the eye can see, this home provides peace, privacy, and plenty of room to spread out. The main home offers approximately 1,300 square feet of comfortable living space, featuring not one but TWO kitchens, a separate dining area, a spacious enclosed front porch, and the charm that comes with a well-loved home. What truly sets this property apart are the two attached living spaces, totaling an additional 800 sq ft., each with their own private exterior entrance. These bonus rooms were once the heart of countless family "gatherings" - and could easily be reimagined as guest quarters, home offices, studios, hobby rooms, or a home gym, just to name a few ideas. Outside, you'll find a massive 1400 sq ft shop, perfect for projects, small business use, or anyone who needs serious workspace. With its flexible and unique layout, abundant space, and strong bones, this home invites your personal touches, creativity, and vision to bring it to its full potential.
Holcomb is located in Illinois. Holcomb, Illinois has a population of 156. Holcomb is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 8.33% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 27.12%.
The median household income in Holcomb, Illinois is $51,250. The median household income for the surrounding county is $67,534 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Holcomb is 43.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 12.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 36.8 inches per year, with 30.5 inches of snow per year.
