$1,495
/ Month
816 S James Ave
Freeport, IL 61032
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815-908-5579
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
1,152 sq ft
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Available
Available Sep 1
816 S James Ave
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About This Home
$2,990 deposit,
Available Sep 1
OWN THIS HOME — Don't Just Rent It! 3-bed, 1-bath charming 2-story home with 1,115 sqft of character-filled living space. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, central air conditioning, forced air heating, and a 1-car garage. Located on a tree-linedstreet in Freeport with classic Midwestern charm. OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY: This property qualifies for the Pied Piper Group Homeownership Program a simplified path to ownership with minimal upfront cash. Example terms: - Purchase price: $150,000 - Monthly payments as low as $1,495/month - Security deposit applies toward your down payment - First month's rent becomes your first mortgage payment Program designed for hardworking buyers — self-employed, 1099 earners, small business owners, ITIN holders, and credit-rebuilding applicants welcome. If you qualify to rent, you may qualify to own. ---------------------------------------------- >>> APPLY FOR FREE AT OUR PORTAL <<< Visit: (No application fee — save $20!) Or call us: Stop Renting. Start Owning! Unique homeownership opportunity designed for renters ready to make the move to owning. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family home offers 1,115 sqft of comfortable living space. Features include hardwood floors throughout and convenient main floor laundry. Located on S James Ave in Freeport — a well-established residential neighborhood with a strong sense of community. This property qualifies for a unique homeownership program designed to help renters transition to ownership with minimal upfront cash and a simplified approval process. Example terms: $150,000 purchase price with payments as low as $1,295/month. Security deposit may be applied toward the down payment, and the first month's rent becomes the first mortgage payment. Program designed for hardworking buyers, including self-employed, 1099 earners, small business owners, ITIN holders, and credit-rebuilding applicants. If you qualify to rent, you may qualify to own. Program availability and terms vary. All approvals subject to income verification and underwriting guidelines. Equal Housing Opportunity.
816 S James Ave is a house located in Stephenson County and the 61032 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Freeport School District 145 attendance zone.
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Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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Security Deposit - RefundableCharged per unit.$1,325
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Due at Move-In
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Contact
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Freeport carries a nickname that tells you everything: "Pretzel City, USA." This county seat of Stephenson County sits on the banks of the Pecatonica River and packs a surprising amount of character into roughly 12 square miles. Tree-lined streets shade a walkable downtown dotted with historic architecture, and everyday needs are close at hand, with shopping centers just minutes from the city center. The dining scene ranges from riverfront spots to classic Midwest bars and bakeries, and annual events like Pretzel Fest and the summertime Music on Chicago concert series keep downtown lively year-round.
Renters will find a range of housing options here, from well-kept historic bungalows converted into rental units to Craftsman-style homes and traditional apartment communities. The rental market leans toward low-rise and mid-size buildings that reflect the city's architectural heritage rather than modern high-rise towers.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 45 min | 32.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 46 min | 33.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 50 min | 34.8 mi |
816 S James Ave is within 45 minutes or 32.1 miles from Rockford University. It is also near Rasmussen College-Illinois and Rock Valley College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
360 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
420 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
513 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,080 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
247 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
76 Students
Nearby
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Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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