Nestled in the heart of Boone County, this stunning property offers the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. Surrounded by expansive timber tracts, Boone County Conservation land, and lush agricultural fields, it’s a private retreat with quick access to I-90—just minutes from Rockford, Beloit, and Chicagoland. A gated entrance and circular driveway welcome you in, providing ample parking for guests, equipment, or recreational vehicles. The beautifully crafted log cabin sits picture-perfect off the road, blending rustic charm with modern comfort. As you approach, you're greeted by a covered front porch that’s a perfect spot to finish your day watching the sunset over the region. Step inside to a spacious eat-in kitchen designed for gathering, with plenty of room for a large dining table. The family room is warm and inviting, featuring a soaring ceiling and a stunning stone wood-burning fireplace. A second wood-burning stove adds to the cozy ambiance and serves as an additional heat source. Three new mini split heat pumps were recently installed to keep the cabin comfortable in any season. On the main level, a spacious bedroom offers multiple closets and access to a full bathroom. The entire first floor has been upgraded with newly installed luxury vinyl flooring, adding durability and style. Upstairs, a unique loft overlooks the main living space—complete with its own wood-burning fireplace. Whether you need an extra sleeping area, a home office, or a quiet retreat, this space is both versatile and inviting. Another generously sized bedroom and a full bath complete the second floor, offering privacy and comfort. The lower level, though unfinished, is brimming with potential. Imagine a future rec room, additional bedrooms, or the ultimate entertainment space. A side porch leads you outside. Beyond the cabin, an oversized two-car garage, a 26x41 barn, and a unique fenced-in pen—add to the property’s versatility. The fenced-in backyard is a blank canvas, perfect for a patio, fire pit, or garden. 2.8 acres are currently being farmed, but the possibilities are endless. Whether you envision a horse pasture, restored prairie, or continued rental income, this land is yours to shape. If you’re looking for a private, picturesque retreat with incredible potential, this Boone County gem is ready for you.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$152Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Todd Henry• Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC
Bought with NON-NWIAR Member• NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?
Nestled in the heart of Boone County, this stunning property offers the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. Surrounded by expansive timber tracts, Boone County Conservation land, and lush agricultural fields, it's a private retreat with quick access to I-90-just minutes from Rockford, Beloit, and Chicagoland. A gated entrance and circular driveway welcome you in, providing ample parking for guests, equipment, or recreational vehicles. The beautifully crafted log cabin sits picture-perfect off the road, blending rustic charm with modern comfort. As you approach, you're greeted by a covered front porch that's a perfect spot to finish your day watching the sunset over the region. Step inside to a spacious eat-in kitchen designed for gathering, with plenty of room for a large dining table. The family room is warm and inviting, featuring a soaring ceiling and a stunning stone wood-burning fireplace. A second wood-burning stove adds to the cozy ambiance and serves as an additional heat source. Three new mini split heat pumps were recently installed to keep the cabin comfortable in any season. On the main level, a spacious bedroom offers multiple closets and access to a full bathroom. The entire first floor has been upgraded with newly installed luxury vinyl flooring, adding durability and style. Upstairs, a unique loft overlooks the main living space-complete with its own wood-burning fireplace. Whether you need an extra sleeping area, a home office, or a quiet retreat, this space is both versatile and inviting. Another generously sized bedroom and a full bath complete the second floor, offering privacy and comfort. The lower level, though unfinished, is brimming with potential. Imagine a future rec room, additional bedrooms, or the ultimate entertainment space. A side porch leads you outside. Beyond the cabin, an oversized two-car garage, a 26x41 barn, and a unique fenced-in pen-add to the property's versatility. The fenced-in backyard is a blank canvas, perfect for a patio, fire pit, or garden. 2.8 acres are currently being farmed, but the possibilities are endless. Whether you envision a horse pasture, restored prairie, or continued rental income, this land is yours to shape. If you're looking for a private, picturesque retreat with incredible potential, this Boone County gem is ready for you.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12144613
Nov 25, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$960,000
$290/sq ft
Sep 25, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Aug 22, 2024
Listed (Active)
$1,150,000
$347/sq ft
NWIAR #202404653
Nov 25, 2024
Delisted
—
Nov 25, 2024
Sold
$960,000
$290/sq ft
Aug 22, 2024
Listed
$1,150,000
$347/sq ft
Welcome to your dream retreat! This stunning 80-acre property offers a perfect blend of tillable and wooded acreage, providing endless possibilities for farming, hunting, or simply enjoying the great outdoors. (10 acres wooded & 60 acres tillable) Located directly across from the conservation district, you'll enjoy unparalleled views and access to nature right at your doorstep with Kinnikinnick creek flowing through the southwest corner of the property. The fully updated log cabin home is a masterpiece of rustic charm and modern convenience. With 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home has been thoughtfully renovated to offer both comfort and style. Step into the inviting living room, where vaulted ceilings and a loft overlook create a grand, open space. The floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplace and additional wood-burning stove add warmth and character, making this the perfect spot to gather with loved ones. The kitchen has been tastefully updated offering a welcoming space for cooking & entertaining. Featuring eat-in dining space, barstool seating, tile flooring, and all the latest updates, including the refrigerator, dishwasher, cooktop, sink, and more. The main level also boasts a fully updated bathroom, linen closet, and a large bedroom with a walk-in closet. This bedroom could double as another family room or office, offering convenience and luxury all on one floor. Upstairs, you'll find a cozy loft area, two additional bedrooms, and another fully updated bathroom. The master bedroom is a true retreat with vaulted ceilings and a serene atmosphere, while the second bedroom features its own wood-burning fireplace, perfect for those chilly nights. Outside, you'll appreciate the expansive property with its oversized 2-car detached garage -- complete with a covered porch, and a large outbuilding equipped with electricity—ideal for a workshop or extra storage. The property also includes a versatile corn crib, which could be used for additional storage, gardening, or even livestock. The fenced-in yard is adorned with beautiful hollyhocks, adding a touch of color and charm to this picturesque setting. With so many opportunities, this property is not just a home—it's a lifestyle. Don't miss your chance to own this incredible piece of paradise! Property includes 5 pins!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,486 (+5.2%)
$10,109 + $91,944
$102,053
2024
$7,119 (−4.2%)
$10,109 + $91,944
$102,053
2023
$7,431 (+11.5%)
2022
$6,665 (+4.5%)
$9,797 + $72,263
$82,060
2021
$6,376 (+5.3%)
$9,539 + $63,163
$72,702
2020
$6,058 (−7.4%)
$9,539 + $60,636
$70,175
2019
$6,541 (+1.8%)
$9,425 + $58,108
$67,533
2018
$6,426 (+4.3%)
$9,725 + $51,984
$61,709
2017
$6,160 (−1.3%)
$9,368 + $47,977
$57,345
2016
$6,240 (+7.1%)
$9,071 + $44,720
$53,791
2014
$5,824 (+3.9%)
$8,754 + $42,359
$51,113
2013
$5,603
$8,722 + $42,359
$51,081
Tax history for 18491 Caledonia Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,486 (+5.2%)
$10,109 + $91,944
$102,053
2024
$7,119 (−4.2%)
$10,109 + $91,944
$102,053
2023
$7,431 (+11.5%)
2022
$6,665 (+4.5%)
$9,797 + $72,263
$82,060
2021
$6,376 (+5.3%)
$9,539 + $63,163
$72,702
2020
$6,058 (−7.4%)
$9,539 + $60,636
$70,175
2019
$6,541 (+1.8%)
$9,425 + $58,108
$67,533
2018
$6,426 (+4.3%)
$9,725 + $51,984
$61,709
2017
$6,160 (−1.3%)
$9,368 + $47,977
$57,345
2016
$6,240 (+7.1%)
$9,071 + $44,720
$53,791
2014
$5,824 (+3.9%)
$8,754 + $42,359
$51,113
2013
$5,603
$8,722 + $42,359
$51,081
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.16 Acres
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
2,040
Year built
1979
Style
Vacant Land
County
Boone County
APN
01-32-300-013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
A-1
Agricultural Preservation Area District
The agricultural preservation area district is intended to maintain, enhance, and conserve prime agricultural soils and historically farmed soils, to protect sensitive natural features, and to prevent the uncontrolled, uneconomical spread of nonagricultural development, which results in excessive costs to the county for the provision of essential public services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Winery & vineyard
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Propane
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,275
Construction Materials: Log
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 5
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,430
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: North Boone 200
Elementary School: Manchester Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: North Boone Middle
High School: North Boone High
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,040
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5.16 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Boone County
APN: 01-32-300-013
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Manchester Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
North Boone Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi
7/10
North Boone High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Caledonia, IL • 61011
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$478,000 – $578,000
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