If you have been searching for a quiet country retreat this home deserves your attention. This 2.5-acre rural property with home and out-buildings is tucked away near the western edge of DeKalb County on a quiet country rd. where it's not uncommon for hours to pass without a car driving by, and even when a vehicle does pass, it is most likely the post office, Amazon, or a neighbor in their tractor or truck. However, it is only a 15-minute drive to Sycamore, 10 minutes to Rochelle, and 8 minutes from I-39. This property has been lovingly maintained since it was purchased by the Owners and the attention and care they provided is evident in every corner you look. The 3-bedroom 1.5 bath ranch home has a newer heat pump/central AC (2024), roof (2022), water heater (2022), basement insulation (2022). The kitchen has been re-modeled with quartz counter-tops, Maple cabinets with cherry glaze, and a built-in pantry with pull-out shelves (there is even additional pantry space in the adjacent dining room). The dining room has a gas fireplace and a view that stretches for miles to the south. The living room is the perfect place to unwind from a long day before retiring to one of the 3 upstairs bedrooms. A spacious bonus room that is finished in the basement is an ideal place for guest to rest and relax when visiting your private retreat. As nice as the home is the rest of the property may be where you want to spend your time. The entire property is surrounded by well thought out, well-maintained, functional landscaping. The mature trees provide a year-round wind break and are placed for privacy; in case the lack of nearby neighbors is not private enough. The 42' x 56' with 10' tall and 12' wide door out-building is a space you will want to spend time in year-round. Originally designed as a race shop, this space has had numerous trophies winning high horsepower cars crafted under its roof. The building is insulated, has a propane radiant heater along its length, electrical outlets and air- compressor lines evenly spaced though-out, and water and a floor drain to wash vehicles all year long. There is also Ethernet and satellite lines ran inside to keep you informed and entertained whether you use the space to wrench or relax. If your significant other calls dibs on the big shop there is also a 14' x 22' garage with a 8' x 22' overhang that is begging to be turned into a he/she shed. The mower can go in the big shop. Put a little gravel in your travel and see this property as soon as you can, so you can be the next owner to watch the sunset from your own private retreat.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$263Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Matthew Hoffman• Hoffman Realty
Bought with Rose Pagonis• Keller Williams Infinity
*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
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
330 ft.
Lot depth
330 ft.
Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
417400006
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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: Asphalt, On Site, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 21
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 15
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 7 x 8
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 19
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Other
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Taped
Age: 51-60 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2011
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 0417400006
Lot Information
Dimensions: 330 X 330
Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
Lot Size Source: County Records
Lot Features: Mature Trees
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,076
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric, Propane, Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 269
Middle Or Junior School District: 269
High School District: 212
High School: Rochelle Township High School
Location Information
Township: South Grove
Corporate Limits: Unincorporated
Directions: From Malta rd head West on Mowers Rd to property.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 417400006
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: Yes
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The Pagonis Group
Around this home
Schools
Eswood Child Care Grade School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 6.8mi
9/10
Rochelle Twp High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.2mi
5/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Esmond, IL • 60129
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$406,000 – $491,000
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