Nestled in a peaceful rural setting, this spacious all-brick ranch home offers 1.35 acres of serene living. The heart of the home is a large eat-in kitchen, complete with an island and new flooring. The cozy living room features a wood burning fireplace, providing warmth and charm. The first-floor bathroom has been tastefully updated, and the bedrooms offer ample space and generous closet storage. The finished basement features a family room with an wood burning fireplace, a bathroom, and a bar - ideal for entertaining or as a guest suite. Notable updates include a newer roof and gutters, furnace and A/C system, garage door, whole-house generator, water softener, water heater, and fresh carpet throughout. Outside, you'll find new concrete sidewalks, a spacious patio for outdoor relaxation, and a convenient shed for extra storage. This property combines modern updates with the charm of country living - a perfect place to call home! **Prime location to watch the largest fireworks show in Northern Illinois**
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
1.35 acresLot Size
$173Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tammy Engel• RE/MAX Classic
Listed by Amy Joy Smith-Heine• RE/MAX Classic
Bought with Jill Jacobsen-Haka• J.Jill Realty Group
Country living at its finest in this sprawling all brick ranch! Fantastic views of the countryside on over 1.3 acres. This home has a brand new roof and a remodeled main floor hall full bath! Conveniently located just a short 15 minute drive from DeKalb, Northern Illinois University, and Cherry Valley!
NWIAR #201402749
Jan 20, 2015
Sold
$161,500
$75/sq ft
May 8, 2014
Listed
$175,000
$81/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 17, 2004
Sold
$258,000
$119/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 4, 2004
Sold
$240,000
$111/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,436 (+23.0%)
$18,848 + $83,953
$102,801
2024
$6,860 (+2.6%)
$18,848 + $83,953
$102,801
2023
$6,689 (+9.9%)
$17,074 + $76,051
$93,125
2022
$6,085 (+4.5%)
$15,347 + $68,360
$83,707
2021
$5,825 (+1.0%)
$13,929 + $62,044
$75,973
2020
$5,767 (+3.6%)
$12,938 + $57,630
$70,568
2019
$5,564 (+2.7%)
$11,996 + $53,866
$65,862
2018
$5,420 (+6.1%)
$11,738 + $52,706
$64,444
2017
$5,111 (+2.9%)
$11,119 + $49,925
$61,044
2016
$4,967 (+4.1%)
$11,119 + $49,925
$61,044
2015
$4,773 (−16.6%)
$10,666 + $47,890
$58,556
2014
$5,724 (+2.4%)
$9,806 + $57,767
$67,573
2013
$5,592
$9,086 + $58,174
$67,260
2012
$5,597 (−3.7%)
$9,869 + $63,185
$73,054
2011
$5,814 (−6.9%)
$10,672 + $68,323
$78,995
2010
$6,246 (−0.1%)
$11,639 + $74,515
$86,154
2009
$6,255
$11,796 + $75,519
$87,315
Tax history for 31286 Ault Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,436 (+23.0%)
$18,848 + $83,953
$102,801
2024
$6,860 (+2.6%)
$18,848 + $83,953
$102,801
2023
$6,689 (+9.9%)
$17,074 + $76,051
$93,125
2022
$6,085 (+4.5%)
$15,347 + $68,360
$83,707
2021
$5,825 (+1.0%)
$13,929 + $62,044
$75,973
2020
$5,767 (+3.6%)
$12,938 + $57,630
$70,568
2019
$5,564 (+2.7%)
$11,996 + $53,866
$65,862
2018
$5,420 (+6.1%)
$11,738 + $52,706
$64,444
2017
$5,111 (+2.9%)
$11,119 + $49,925
$61,044
2016
$4,967 (+4.1%)
$11,119 + $49,925
$61,044
2015
$4,773 (−16.6%)
$10,666 + $47,890
$58,556
2014
$5,724 (+2.4%)
$9,806 + $57,767
$67,573
2013
$5,592
$9,086 + $58,174
$67,260
2012
$5,597 (−3.7%)
$9,869 + $63,185
$73,054
2011
$5,814 (−6.9%)
$10,672 + $68,323
$78,995
2010
$6,246 (−0.1%)
$11,639 + $74,515
$86,154
2009
$6,255
$11,796 + $75,519
$87,315
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
166 ft.
Lot depth
355 ft.
Lot size
1.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
230300007
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: 2.5
# of Parking (Total): 2.5
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)