ONLINE REAL ESTATE AUCTION
23 Elizabeth Circle, Freeport, IL 61032
IN-PERSON PREVIEWS (OPEN HOUSES):
Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Saturday, June 20, from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
AUCTION END DATE:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
(the auction starts to close at 7:37 PM)
AERIAL DRONE FOOTAGE: https://youtu.be/d8hEA3_ZQ-c
3D VIRTUAL TOUR: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=orbVKXUzSE9&
REAL ESTATE CONDITION REPORT: See Signed IL Residential Real Property Disclosure PDF in Documents.
FLOOR PLANS WITH ROOM MEASUREMENTS: See Floor Plans PDF in Documents or View Floor Plans in Photos.
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:
*Two-story home
*4 bedrooms / 3 baths
*Attached two-car garage and additional 2.5 car detached garage (built around 2005)
*Backyard deck
*Spacious first floor includes laundry room, sunroom, family room with gas fireplace, kitchen, dining area, bathroom with step-in bathtub, bedroom, and living room
*Appliances include: refrigerator, range, stove, dishwasher, washer and dryer
*Lower level features a kitchenette, recreation room, storage/mechanical room, bonus room, and bathroom
*Appliances in the kitchenette include: refrigerator and stove
*Upper floor includes the primary bedroom, bathroom, and two additional bedrooms
*Private fenced-in backyard surrounded by mature trees
Recent upgrades include:
*In 2023
- South picture window in family room - replaced French doors with new sliding window, wall was replaced and new insulation along with new siding.
- All upstairs bedroom windows replaced, insulation added, and outside siding was replaced where needed
- New gutters installed on main house
*In 2022
- East picture window in family room - replaced, new siding outside
- New baseboard heaters on east wall, north wall, and west wall along with new thermostats.
*In 2021
- New gas large capacity water heater
- New walk-in tub and shower upstairs bathroom
- New taller complete toilets in main floor and upstairs bathrooms
- New dishwasher
*In 2008
- New roof on house, tuck point was done on gas fireplace chimney
- New quartz counter tops in main kitchen
- New laminate flooring in kitchen and downstairs bathroom.
- New built-in oven, flat top range, and refrigerator
- New tile flooring in upstairs bathroom
*There are thermostats in each room in the main house. The main house is radiant electric heat - except the basement which is baseboard. The 1985 addition which included the attached garage, laundry, sunroom, and the large family room is all baseboard electric. The family room baseboard heat was replaced in 2023 along with the two thermostats.
*Central air conditioning
*Water softener
*Municipal water and sewer
*Total acreage – 0.26 acres
*Total square footage – the main level is 1,888 sq ft, the upper level is 861 sq ft, and the lower level is 1,038 sq ft.
*Located in the City of Freeport, Stephenson County, Illinois
*School district – Freeport School 145 (with the grade school, middle school, and high school all less than a mile from this home).
*Year built – 1968
*Zoning – Single Family Residential
*Parcel number in Stephenson County, IL – 18-13-36-329-001
*2025 taxes – $4,009.54
*Title is guaranteed free and clear at closing (with taxes and utilities paid up to the closing date)
*$179,000 minimum opening bid (this is also the reserve price)
BELOIT AUCTION & REALTY, INC.
534 W Grand Avenue, Beloit, WI 53511
608.364.1965
David Allen, CAI, AARE, AMM, BAS, CAS, CES, GPPA
Mobile: (608) 333-4586
Registered Wisconsin Auctioneer #2580 - IL #441.00296
WI Real Estate License #55947-090 - IL #471.020014
Richard Ranft, CAI, AARE, AMM, GPPA
Mobile: (608) 751-2184
Registered Wisconsin Auctioneer #237 - IL #441.001071
WI Real Estate License #51214-090 - IL #478.00010
ADDENDUM A - TERMS & CONDITIONS AGREEMENT FOR REAL ESTATE AUCTION
1. This is an ONLINE public real estate auction…it is NOT a foreclosure auction. Title to the property is guaranteed to be free and clear from all liens and encumbrances with all property taxes paid up until closing. Auction is subject to prior sale. Bidder agrees to all terms and conditions of the auction set forth prior to bidding on the auction. These terms and conditions are made part of the offer to purchase. All bidders are required to register online prior to the beginning of the online auction if they intend to bid. Each bidder is assigned a unique bidder number. In consideration of being allowed to participate in this auction, bidder agrees that all bids he or she submits are irrevocable and binding.
2. Disclaimer & Absence of Warranties: All properties are sold “AS IS, WHERE IS’ with no financing, inspection, appraisal, zoning, or other contingencies to sale. No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, concerning the property is made by the Seller or the Auction Company. All sketches and dimensions in any brochure or marketing are approximate. Each potential bidder is responsible for conducting his or her own independent inspections, investigations, inquiries, and due diligence concerning the property. The information contained in this brochure is subject to verification by all parties relying on it. No liability for its accuracy, errors, or omissions is assumed by the Seller or the Auction Company. Potential buyers can arrange for their own property inspection by a licensed inspector at least 72 hours prior to the auction date at their own expense.
3. Conduct of the auction and increments of bidding are at the direction and discretion of the Auctioneer. The Auctioneer cannot, and will not be, held responsible for any interruption in service, errors, and/or omissions, caused by any means and does not guarantee continual, uninterrupted or error free service or use of the Site. Bidder acknowledges that this auction is conducted electronically and relies on hardware and software that may malfunction without warning. The Auctioneer, in their sole discretion, may void any sale, temporarily suspend bidding and re-sell any lot/property that was affected by any malfunction. All decisions of the Auction Company/Auctioneer are final.
4. This is a Buyer’s Fee Auction. A 10% buyer’s fee will be added to the high bid to determine the total purchase price. The auction has a minimum opening bid/reserve price of $179,000. The successful bidder shall be required to execute a standard Offer to Purchase Agreement no later than 11:00 AM on the day following the close of the auction. Failure to do so shall constitute a default under the terms of this auction. A non-refundable earnest money deposit of $6,000.00 is due no later than 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Payment shall be made by cash or certified funds. Upon acceptance of the Offer to Purchase by the Seller, the earnest money deposit shall be applied toward the total purchase price at closing. Time is of the essence in all aspects of this transaction. Closing shall occur on or before Monday, July 27, 2026, at which time the balance of the purchase price shall be due and payable in full (cash or certified funds). Closing will be conducted by Security First Title Co. at their office in Freeport, IL. The Buyer may extend the closing deadline to Monday, August 10, 2026, by increasing the purchase price by $4,000.00. The extension payment must be received in full no later than the original closing date of July 27, 2026. The $4,000.00 extension payment is non-refundable under all circumstances; however, if closing occurs, it shall be applied toward the total purchase price. If the transaction does not close for any reason, the extension payment shall be retained by the Seller and Auction Company as liquidated damages and shall not be credited toward the purchase price.
5. If the successful bidder seeks financing through a loan program that requires the property to be in a certain condition before financing will be given, such as the case with an FHA loan for example, the successful bidder is responsible for all costs related to having a licensed and insured contractor bring the property up to that condition (they will not be allowed to do the work themselves). The successful bidder must still meet the closing deadline as specified in #4.
6. Changes, corrections, and new additions: please check our website and the auction you are interested in prior to the scheduled auction time to inspect any changes, corrections, or additions to the property photos and information.
7. Seller to provide title insurance and pay all taxes to date of closing. Buyer acknowledges that buyer is responsible for all other closing costs pertaining to the buyer’s side of the closing statement, these costs may include but are not limited to the balance of the sale, attorney fees, deed preparation, deed recording, survey (if required), mortgage fees, or any other fees or expenses required on their side to close the transaction.
8. Agency: Beloit Auction & Realty Inc. represents the Seller(s) only and does not inspect properties on bidder’s behalf. Potential buyers must conduct their own due diligence and investigation of each property and must also investigate the suitability of each parcel prior to making a bid and purchase at the auction.
9. Non-Reliance Provision: The parties hereto, in executing this agreement, do not rely on any inducements, promises or representations other than such as are expressly contained in this agreement.
10. Buyer Agency Agreement: All bidders are responsible to notify auctioneers of any potential buyer agency agreement(s) in place before registration and bidding on the auction at least 72 hours prior to the start time of the auction.
11. If a bidder chooses to use a real estate broker/agent, a cooperating firm commission is contingent upon, and will ONLY be paid to the broker/agent if the broker/agent attended the first property showing their bidder/buyer attended and handed their business card with their client's name written on it to one of the Beloit Auction representatives present at the open house, the online "Broker/Agent Co-Broke Participation Acknowledgment Form" is received by the auction company at least 72 hours prior to the start time of the auction, and if the real estate broker/agent's bidder/buyer has placed at least one bid 72 hours prior to the start time of the auction, no exceptions. Real estate broker/agent shall not be entitled to said commission on account of any sale to an entity of which (or any affiliate of which) the real estate broker/agent is a principal, employee, affiliate, or immediate family member.
12. If a bidder is the winning Buyer and refuses or fails to complete the transaction for ANY reason (including, but not limited to, remitting the total purchase amount), Buyer shall relinquish ANY right to complete the transaction and shall have no rights or interest in the property, as well as forfeit all deposit monies as liquidated damages to Seller. PLEASE BE ADVISED: Various state statutes give Seller the right to pursue legal action against bidders who refuse to complete transactions. This may include (but is not limited to) suit to compel completion of the sale, and/or criminal charges of fraud or other intentional act. Any dispute between the Auction Company/Auctioneer and bidders or buyers will be dealt with through arbitration in Rock County, WI. Beloit Auction & Realty, Inc. will be entitled to the value of its time, costs, and attorney’s fees incurred as damages.
ONLINE REAL ESTATE AUCTION
23 Elizabeth Circle, Freeport, IL 61032
Don’t miss this opportunity to bid on a spacious and well-maintained two-story home located on a quiet street in a desirable Freeport neighborhood. Situated on a 0.26-acre lot surrounded by mature trees, this property offers over 3,700 total square feet across three levels and features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an attached two-car garage, and an additional 2.5-car detached garage. The private fenced backyard includes a large deck and plenty of space for entertaining or relaxing outdoors.
The spacious main level includes a large family room with fireplace, living room, dining area, kitchen, laundry room, sunroom, bedroom, and a bathroom with a step-in bathtub. The upper level features the primary bedroom, full bath, and two additional bedrooms. The lower level includes a kitchenette, recreation room, bonus room, storage/mechanical room, and an additional bathroom. Appliances included with the sale are the refrigerator, range, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer, plus a refrigerator and stove in the lower-level kitchenette.
Recent updates include multiple replacement windows and siding improvements, new gutters, updated thermostats and baseboard heaters, a large-capacity gas water heater, walk-in tub and shower, newer toilets, dishwasher, quartz kitchen countertops, laminate flooring, tile flooring, built-in oven, flat-top range, refrigerator, and roof replacement. Additional features include natural gas forced air heat, central air conditioning, water softener, municipal water and sewer, and individual thermostats throughout the main house.
Open houses will be held Sunday, June 14, 2026, and Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. The online auction ends Tuesday, June 23, 2026, with bidding beginning to close at 7:37 PM. View the aerial drone footage, 3D virtual tour, floor plans, auction terms, and bidding information online. The minimum opening bid is $179,000 (this is also the reserve price).
ADDENDUM A - TERMS & CONDITIONS AGREEMENT FOR REAL ESTATE AUCTION
This is an ONLINE public real estate auction…it is NOT a foreclosure auction. Title to the property is guaranteed to be free and clear from all liens and encumbrances with all property taxes paid up until closing. Auction is subject to prior sale. Bidder agrees to all terms and conditions of the auction set forth prior to bidding on the auction. These terms and conditions are made part of the offer to purchase. All bidders are required to register online prior to the beginning of the online auction if they intend to bid. Each bidder is assigned a unique bidder number. In consideration of being allowed to participate in this auction, bidder agrees that all bids he or she submits are irrevocable and binding.
Disclaimer & Absence of Warranties: All properties are sold “AS IS, WHERE IS’ with no financing, inspection, appraisal, zoning, or other contingencies to sale. No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, concerning the property is made by the Seller or the Auction Company. All sketches and dimensions in any brochure or marketing are approximate. Each potential bidder is responsible for conducting his or her own independent inspections, investigations, inquiries, and due diligence concerning the property. The information contained in this brochure is subject to verification by all parties relying on it. No liability for its accuracy, errors, or omissions is assumed by the Seller or the Auction Company. Potential buyers can arrange for their own property inspection by a licensed inspector at least 72 hours prior to the auction date at their own expense.
Conduct of the auction and increments of bidding are at the direction and discretion of the Auctioneer. The Auctioneer cannot, and will not be, held responsible for any interruption in service, errors, and/or omissions, caused by any means and does not guarantee continual, uninterrupted or error free service or use of the Site. Bidder acknowledges that this auction is conducted electronically and relies on hardware and software that may malfunction without warning. The Auctioneer, in their sole discretion, may void any sale, temporarily suspend bidding and re-sell any lot/property that was affected by any malfunction. All decisions of the Auction Company/Auctioneer are final.
This is a Buyer’s Fee Auction. A 10% buyer’s fee will be added to the high bid to determine the total purchase price. The auction has a minimum opening bid/reserve price of $179,000. The successful bidder shall be required to execute a standard Offer to Purchase Agreement no later than 11:00 AM on the day following the close of the auction. Failure to do so shall constitute a default under the terms of this auction. A non-refundable earnest money deposit of $6,000.00 is due no later than 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Payment shall be made by cash or certified funds. Upon acceptance of the Offer to Purchase by the Seller, the earnest money deposit shall be applied toward the total purchase price at closing. Time is of the essence in all aspects of this transaction. Closing shall occur on or before Monday, July 27, 2026, at which time the balance of the purchase price shall be due and payable in full (cash or certified funds). Closing will be conducted by Security First Title Co. at their office in Freeport, IL. The Buyer may extend the closing deadline to Monday, August 10, 2026, by increasing the purchase price by $4,000.00. The extension payment must be received in full no later than the original closing date of July 27, 2026. The $4,000.00 extension payment is non-refundable under all circumstances; however, if closing occurs, it shall be applied toward the total purchase price. If the transaction does not close for any reason, the extension payment shall be retained by the Seller and Auction Company as liquidated damages and shall not be credited toward the purchase price.
If the successful bidder seeks financing through a loan program that requires the property to be in a certain condition before financing will be given, such as the case with an FHA loan for example, the successful bidder is responsible for all costs related to having a licensed and insured contractor bring the property up to that condition (they will not be allowed to do the work themselves). The successful bidder must still meet the closing deadline as specified in #4.
Changes, corrections, and new additions: please check our website and the auction you are interested in prior to the scheduled auction time to inspect any changes, corrections, or additions to the property photos and information.
Seller to provide title insurance and pay all taxes to date of closing. Buyer acknowledges that buyer is responsible for all other closing costs pertaining to the buyer’s side of the closing statement, these costs may include but are not limited to the balance of the sale, attorney fees, deed preparation, deed recording, survey (if required), mortgage fees, or any other fees or expenses required on their side to close the transaction.
Agency: Beloit Auction & Realty Inc. represents the Seller(s) only and does not inspect properties on bidder’s behalf. Potential buyers must conduct their own due diligence and investigation of each property and must also investigate the suitability of each parcel prior to making a bid and purchase at the auction.
Non-Reliance Provision: The parties hereto, in executing this agreement, do not rely on any inducements, promises or representations other than such as are expressly contained in this agreement.
Buyer Agency Agreement: All bidders are responsible to notify auctioneers of any potential buyer agency agreement(s) in place before registration and bidding on the auction at least 72 hours prior to the start time of the auction.
If a bidder chooses to use a real estate broker/agent, a cooperating firm commission is contingent upon, and will ONLY be paid to the broker/agent if the broker/agent attended the first property showing their bidder/buyer attended and handed their business card with their client's name written on it to one of the Beloit Auction representatives present at the open house, the online "Broker/Agent Co-Broke Participation Acknowledgment Form" is received by the auction company at least 72 hours prior to the start time of the auction, and if the real estate broker/agent's bidder/buyer has placed at least one bid 72 hours prior to the start time of the auction, no exceptions. Real estate broker/agent shall not be entitled to said commission on account of any sale to an entity of which (or any affiliate of which) the real estate broker/agent is a principal, employee, affiliate, or immediate family member.
If a bidder is the winning Buyer and refuses or fails to complete the transaction for ANY reason (including, but not limited to, remitting the total purchase amount), Buyer shall relinquish ANY right to complete the transaction and shall have no rights or interest in the property, as well as forfeit all deposit monies as liquidated damages to Seller. PLEASE BE ADVISED: Various state statutes give Seller the right to pursue legal action against bidders who refuse to complete transactions. This may include (but is not limited to) suit to compel completion of the sale, and/or criminal charges of fraud or other intentional act. Any dispute between the Auction Company/Auctioneer and bidders or buyers will be dealt with through arbitration in Rock County, WI. Beloit Auction & Realty, Inc. will be entitled to the value of its time, costs, and attorney’s fees incurred as damages.
