If These Walls Could Talk... They'd Have Over a Century of Stories to Tell! Built circa 1896, this stunning, historic home blends timeless charm with modern updates in all the right places. Set on approximately 5 beautiful acres just 4 miles south of Shabbona Lake State Park, this home offers nearly 3,800 sq ft of character-filled living space. Inside, you'll find 4 spacious bedrooms and 4 full baths-including a master suite with a luxurious 5'x7' walk-in tile shower. The kitchen features butcher block tops, newer appliances, and a classic butler's pantry. Original oak woodwork, crown molding, and hardwood floors flow throughout the home, with elegant touches like two staircases, and exquisite stained, leaded, and beveled glass windows. Enjoy cozy ambiance with three fireplaces located in the library, bar room, and parlor. Built-in cabinets and detailed craftsmanship are everywhere you turn. The exterior boasts a 62-foot wrap-around porch facing south and east, perfect for enjoying peaceful country mornings. A large 39x20 concrete patio and an impressive 32x80 outbuilding (with 3 large doors) offer incredible flexibility for animals, hobbies, and storage. The attached 2-car garage adds convenience. Located in the desirable Shabbona/Indian Creek school district, this one-of-a-kind property is ready to welcome its next chapter. Come fall in love with a home that has truly stood the test of time!
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Market trends in 60518, IL
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
97.3%
+1.6% MoM
Median sale price
$218K
$49 MoM
Avg. days on market
50d
3 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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Sale history for 2035 Chicago Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12357159
Aug 19, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$475,000
$125/sq ft
May 19, 2025
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
May 8, 2025
Listed (Active)
$489,900
$129/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10308801
Sep 9, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jun 1, 2019
Price Changed
*
Mar 15, 2019
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09969309
Oct 6, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Aug 4, 2018
Price Changed
*
May 31, 2018
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09237569
Nov 25, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Aug 17, 2016
Price Changed
*
May 25, 2016
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07797346
Jan 25, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Aug 7, 2012
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Mar 29, 2012
Contingent
—
May 3, 2011
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07482649
Sep 29, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jun 8, 2010
Price Changed (Price Change)
*
May 12, 2010
Price Changed (Price Change)
*
Mar 27, 2010
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06125930
May 29, 2008
Sold (MLS)
$225,000
$59/sq ft
Apr 10, 2008
Listing Removed
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May 1, 2006
Listed
$250,000
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,000 (+4.0%)
$27,568 + $64,670
$92,238
2024
$5,767 (+3.4%)
$27,568 + $64,670
$92,238
2023
$5,578 (+2.2%)
$25,502 + $59,824
$85,326
2022
$5,459 (+2.0%)
$23,650 + $55,480
$79,130
2021
$5,353 (+3.5%)
$22,932 + $53,796
$76,728
2020
$5,171 (+3.3%)
$21,612 + $50,698
$72,310
2019
$5,005 (+3.2%)
$19,709 + $46,234
$65,943
2018
$4,850 (+5.3%)
$18,886 + $44,302
$63,188
2017
$4,606 (+3.6%)
$17,750 + $41,637
$59,387
2016
$4,446 (+3.0%)
$17,750 + $41,637
$59,387
2015
$4,318 (+2.5%)
$17,048 + $39,989
$57,037
2014
$4,211 (−2.6%)
$15,938 + $37,385
$53,323
2013
$4,324 (−6.7%)
$16,404 + $38,478
$54,882
2012
$4,634 (−1.8%)
$17,817 + $41,792
$59,609
2011
$4,718 (−4.0%)
$20,100 + $47,148
$67,248
2010
$4,913 (−7.6%)
$21,541 + $50,528
$72,069
2009
$5,315 (−6.4%)
$22,980 + $53,902
$76,882
2008
$5,677
$22,980 + $61,957
$84,937
Tax history for 2035 Chicago Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,000 (+4.0%)
$27,568 + $64,670
$92,238
2024
$5,767 (+3.4%)
$27,568 + $64,670
$92,238
2023
$5,578 (+2.2%)
$25,502 + $59,824
$85,326
2022
$5,459 (+2.0%)
$23,650 + $55,480
$79,130
2021
$5,353 (+3.5%)
$22,932 + $53,796
$76,728
2020
$5,171 (+3.3%)
$21,612 + $50,698
$72,310
2019
$5,005 (+3.2%)
$19,709 + $46,234
$65,943
2018
$4,850 (+5.3%)
$18,886 + $44,302
$63,188
2017
$4,606 (+3.6%)
$17,750 + $41,637
$59,387
2016
$4,446 (+3.0%)
$17,750 + $41,637
$59,387
2015
$4,318 (+2.5%)
$17,048 + $39,989
$57,037
2014
$4,211 (−2.6%)
$15,938 + $37,385
$53,323
2013
$4,324 (−6.7%)
$16,404 + $38,478
$54,882
2012
$4,634 (−1.8%)
$17,817 + $41,792
$59,609
2011
$4,718 (−4.0%)
$20,100 + $47,148
$67,248
2010
$4,913 (−7.6%)
$21,541 + $50,528
$72,069
2009
$5,315 (−6.4%)
$22,980 + $53,902
$76,882
2008
$5,677
$22,980 + $61,957
$84,937
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.66 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,700
Year built
1896
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
1609300002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
A-1
Agricultural District
It is recognized that the public health and welfare of the citizens of DeKalb County are greatly dependent upon the sustenance and economic benefits provided by a viable agricultural industry. The intent of this district is to ensure that land areas in the County that are well suited for production of food and fiber are retained for such production, unimpeded by the establishment of incompatible uses which would hinder farm operations and irretrievably deplete agricultural lands; The A-1 District acknowledges that agriculture is a specialized form of industry characterized by the production through biological and botanical processes of saleable farm products as a result of the combination of raw materials soils, seeds, plants, water, and nutrients, manpower farm labor and machinery, and energy solar and power equipment.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Ranch
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Library
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 14
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Pantry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 7 x 7
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Enclosed Porch
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 6
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 14
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Office
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 17 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Pantry-Walk-in
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 16
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Interior Stair
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Laundry Features: Upper Level
Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room