Escape the hustle. Embrace peace. Tucked away in the quiet Beh Lake Estates, this 4-bed, 2-bath home sits on a spacious 0.75-acre lot surrounded by nature. Enjoy the calm of rural living-with private lake access for fishing, kayaking, and non-motorized boating-while being just minutes from I-90 for a quick work commute or quick trips to Chicago & nearby suburbs. Families love this area for its community feel and the sought-after Riley School District (K-8). Kids grow up here knowing their neighbors, not just passing them by. Think small-town values with big-time convenience. Fresh air, wide open space, and a close-knit neighborhood-all within reach of the city. Schedule your showing today. Homes like this don't last long.
Closed
$300,000
26008 Helen Rd, Garden Prairie, IL 61038
4beds
1,450sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.75 Acres Lot
$304,700 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$2,585 Estimated rent
Home value
$304,700
$280,000 - $332,000
$2,585/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 02, 2025 at 05:59am
Listing courtesy of:
Tamara Berman 815-790-0835,
CENTURY 21 New Heritage,
Azucena Martinez 815-347-2843,
CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Bought with:
Kelsey Proffitt
RE/MAX Connections II
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12423549
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 660 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X44
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X22
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X22
Heating
- Electric, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,450
- Total interior livable area: 1,450 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Dimensions: 193X170
Details
- Parcel number: 1618303007
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Garden Prairie
- Subdivision: Beh Lake Estates
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $200 annually
- Services included: Lake Rights
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2025 | Sold | $300,000+0%$207/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423549 | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Contingent | $299,900$207/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423549 | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900$207/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423549 | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Listing removed | $299,900$207/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12303159 | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Contingent | $299,900$207/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12303159 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,418 -17.6% | $72,142 +12.2% |
| 2024 | $4,148 +8.3% | $64,286 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $3,829 +51.2% | $58,946 +7.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61038
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Riley Community Cons SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 7/10Marengo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Marengo High School
- District: 18
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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