Unique property at Bayles Lake! GeoThermal HVAC which provides low cost utilities. Newer roof of 4 years, was complete tear off! 1000 square foot addition was done approximately 12 years ago. Home is much larger than it looks from the street view. Open concept living with extra large living and family rooms with the kitchen between these two spaces offering beautiful views of the rear yard, the lake and park across street! Family room has vaulted ceiling with recessed lighting and solar tubes! French door with built in blinds in family room leads to large deck that overlooks beautiful treed backyard with newer composite dock with swim ladder. Gorgeous Pella windows with transoms above allowing extra light to flow through the home! Plenty of windows to view the serene setting overlooking our treasured gem, Bayles Lake! There are two large bathrooms with large walk-in showers, three ample size bedrooms, with a nice set up of split bedroom concept: two bedrooms and one large bathroom with garden tub and separate shower on front side of home and the third bedroom and second large bathroom are on the rear side of home. The smallest of the three bedrooms has carpet. Most of the flooring is Pergo wood laminate and is in great condition. Unique set up for a craft room/office/storage room with slider pocket door and a sunroom area in the home featuring a large bay window and a leaded glass French door that leads out to the newer composite material large deck with bench seating. A wet bar is located in the sunroom, with a seating ledge for gatherings. Home has been updated over the years. Quality Schrock beautiful maple cabinetry in kitchen and Corian countertops with large bowl sink. Beautiful quality trim throughout the interior including crown moldings! Home is on one level and handicap accessible, allowing wheelchair accessibility throughout the home. Both dock and decks are newer and maintenance-free composite material! Property has a concrete sea wall! Majestic oaks on the property and an entire grove of oaks across the street in park. Great lake community! No tennis courts, but we now have Bocce ball courts! Along with several beautiful parks throughout the Bayles Lake area! Golf course is on south side of lake. Activities in the area include: Golfing, fishing, boating, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, ice skating, hiking, parks & playgrounds, pavilion for community events and can be reserved for private parties, as well, community mini libraries, community fire pit areas, beautiful wood sculptures adorn the parks and private residences; great recreational area to drive around in your golf cart and visit with neighbors! Several lake activities and events during the main months of April - November. Home has been pre-inspected and repairs have been done. Spic n Span, completely cleaned and ready for new owners!
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$134Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer McLennand• eXp Realty-Schaumburg
Bought with Jennifer McLennand• eXp Realty-Schaumburg
Bought with Jennifer McLennand• eXp Realty-Schaumburg
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Market trends in 60948, IL
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
96.9%
2.1% MoM
Median sale price
$220K
$2K MoM
Avg. days on market
79d
16 days MoM
Recently sold homes
9
0 MoM
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Sale history for 494 Rulison Dr
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11782583
Aug 28, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$320,000
$129/sq ft
Aug 26, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 13, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Aug 2, 2024
Relisted (Active)
—
Jul 30, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Jul 1, 2024
Relisted (Active)
—
Jun 30, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Jun 1, 2024
Price Changed
$320,000
$129/sq ft
May 9, 2024
Price Changed
$330,000
$133/sq ft
Apr 30, 2024
Price Changed
$340,000
$137/sq ft
Feb 15, 2024
Price Changed
$350,000
$141/sq ft
Sep 1, 2023
Price Changed
$365,000
$147/sq ft
Jul 19, 2023
Price Changed
$390,000
$157/sq ft
Jun 9, 2023
Listed (Active)
$399,000
$160/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 10, 2015
Sold
$160,000
$64/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09555994
Sep 6, 2015
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09467895
Sep 30, 2015
Sold (MLS)
$160,000
$64/sq ft
Sep 6, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Sep 5, 2015
Listed
$165,000
$66/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08837577
Sep 30, 2015
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$160,000
$64/sq ft
Sep 7, 2015
Price Changed
$165,000
$66/sq ft
Sep 6, 2015
Pending
—
Feb 23, 2015
Relisted (Active)
—
Feb 23, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Feb 11, 2015
Listed (New)
$244,900
$99/sq ft
+19
Remarkable 4-star rating home with many amenities. Original home built in 1975; newer addition was added around 2003. What a superb view of Bayles Lake. You can sit in your family room, bedroom, party room (with sink) or sit on the spacious deck. Spacious living room area. Large family room facing the lake. Awesome home. Correct pin: 35-20-179-008
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,199 (+30.8%)
$10,890 + $72,380
$83,270
2024
$4,739 (+7.3%)
$9,570 + $63,630
$73,200
2023
$4,418 (+41.0%)
$8,860 + $58,920
$67,780
2022
$3,134 (−0.5%)
$8,860 + $58,920
$67,780
2021
$3,148 (−2.2%)
$8,860 + $58,920
$67,780
2020
$3,219 (−1.9%)
$7,570 + $50,360
$57,930
2019
$3,280
$7,830 + $52,070
$59,900
2018
$3,281 (−2.7%)
$7,570 + $50,360
$57,930
2017
$3,373 (−1.9%)
$6,650 + $44,250
$50,900
2016
$3,440 (−20.0%)
$6,650 + $44,250
$50,900
2015
$4,302 (+27.2%)
$6,570 + $43,700
$50,270
2013
$3,383
$6,450 + $42,910
$49,360
Tax history for 494 Rulison Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,199 (+30.8%)
$10,890 + $72,380
$83,270
2024
$4,739 (+7.3%)
$9,570 + $63,630
$73,200
2023
$4,418 (+41.0%)
$8,860 + $58,920
$67,780
2022
$3,134 (−0.5%)
$8,860 + $58,920
$67,780
2021
$3,148 (−2.2%)
$8,860 + $58,920
$67,780
2020
$3,219 (−1.9%)
$7,570 + $50,360
$57,930
2019
$3,280
$7,830 + $52,070
$59,900
2018
$3,281 (−2.7%)
$7,570 + $50,360
$57,930
2017
$3,373 (−1.9%)
$6,650 + $44,250
$50,900
2016
$3,440 (−20.0%)
$6,650 + $44,250
$50,900
2015
$4,302 (+27.2%)
$6,570 + $43,700
$50,270
2013
$3,383
$6,450 + $42,910
$49,360
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Bar-Wet, Wood Laminate Floors, Solar Tubes/Light Tubes, In-Law Arrangement, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Dining Combo, Drapes/Blinds
# of Rooms: 9
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned
Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Electric
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Boat Slip
Building Information
Living Area Source: Taped
Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
Age: 41-50 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Block
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 2,486
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Lower Sq Ft: 0
Main Sq Ft: 2486
Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2012
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,486
Total Sq Ft: 2,486
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 0
Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 0
Upper Sq Ft: 0
Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 36201790080000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 123 X 206 X 49 X 228
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Features: Lake Front, Water Rights, Water View, Mature Trees, Dock, Lake Access, Level, Waterfront
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Zero Lot Line: No
Zoning: SINGL
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,048
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze,Disabled Person
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Community Well
Sewer: Septic-Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric, Geothermal
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Lake, Water Rights, Street Paved, Other
Homeowners Association Information
Association Fee: $450
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Security, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal, Lake Rights
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 10
Elementary School: Clara Petersen Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 10
Middle Or Junior School: Pbl Junior High School
High School District: 10
High School: Pbl High School
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Bayles Lake
Township: Loda
Corporate Limits: UNINCORPORATED
Directions: RT 45 to Loda Rd, head West approximately 2 miles to Sunrise Drive and turn RT, (north). Please drive SLOW in the lake neighborhood! Approximately 1.5 miles to Rulison Drive, take a left and home is 2nd one on right across from park.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Iroquois County
APN: 3620179008
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Clara Peterson Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.0mi
6/10
Paxton-Buckley-Loda Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
7/10
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
3/10
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
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