Fabulous country views can be seen from this secluded farmhouse in rural Malta. Located on 2.25 acres, this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home is surrounded by nothing by farmland! Keslinger Road runs right in front of the home. The home has a private driveway and a spacious parking area for guests and family members. The walkway to the home is a brick paved sidewalk - the bricks are original bricks from the original Route 38. There is quite a bit of preserved history located on this rural retreat. The front porch is so inviting. One can sit on the porch and enjoy the beautiful views and the quietness country living offers. The extra-large dining room is great for family get-togethers and holiday dinners. There is a "pass-through" window from the dining room to the kitchen for ease in entertaining and clean-up time. The kitchen has white cabinets, is fully applianced, and has a breakfast bar and desk area. The desk area could be a perfect spot for homework or a coffee bar. The first-floor laundry/pantry area is conveniently located near the kitchen and is separated by louvered doors. There is also a convenient mudroom off the kitchen and near the basement entrance. It's a perfect spot to remove shoes and hang coats during those winter months. There are custom "kid" doors or "doggy" doors to the mudroom and kitchen entrances. First-floor full bath with a large vanity and it has its own heat source. The family room is located near the dining room - another great gathering place. There is an office with a closet next to the family room. One can install french doors at the entrance for privacy or convert it into a first-floor bedroom should. The second level of this home has three bedrooms and a pass-through "playroom" off the 3rd bedroom complete with an elevated bed frame. Kids can have so much fun in this room. The screened-in porch is the perfect spot for outdoor dinners while the kids play on the playset that once belonged to the schoolhouse located on Keslinger Road. There is a spigot for a future sink. There are great views of the countryside from every room in this home! The basement is great for storing items. Outdoors is a 2.5 detached garage. The back end of the garage can be a shop or shed area. The 30x60 outbuilding has three separate areas: Area 1 has a stall if one wants a horse; Area 2 is upstairs and can be a party room with an additional workshop area and the beginnings of a mancave/bar; Area 3 is storage for farm machinery. Bring the animals and kids to this beautiful property. The home was rebuilt in 2004. The foundation is original. Updates include house siding (2021); Windows between 2010-2014 with a transferable warranty from Window World; Roof on the center part of the home and first level (2021). The other portion was put on in 2004; breaker panel (2022) new septic tank and field to be installed November or December 2022; Lennox furnace - fueled by propane (2010); steel siding and roof on garage (2019); water heater (2015); siding on outbuilding (2014). All walls in the home are insulated and are made of drywall. Beautiful views abound, a private and quiet setting, and a great place for animals! Zoned A-1. If true country living is what you seek, this is the perfect spot for you.
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
2.25 acresLot Size
$267Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Maria Pena-Graham• Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Bought with Crystl Lindgren• Northern Illinois Realty LLC
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Market trends in 60150, IL
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
97.1%
0.4% MoM
Median sale price
$320K
$32K MoM
Avg. days on market
32d
47 days MoM
Recently sold homes
4
2 MoM
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Sale history for 785 Keslinger Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11662280
Feb 3, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$325,000
$228/sq ft
Jan 31, 2023
Pending
—
Dec 19, 2022
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Nov 15, 2022
Price Changed
$329,900
$232/sq ft
Oct 26, 2022
Listed (Active)
$350,000
$246/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,026 (+8.5%)
$21,409 + $76,179
$97,588
2024
$5,554 (+0.7%)
$21,409 + $76,179
$97,588
2023
$5,513 (+18.2%)
$19,035 + $67,733
$86,768
2022
$4,663 (+1.1%)
$16,756 + $59,624
$76,380
2021
$4,612 (+2.7%)
$15,233 + $54,204
$69,437
2020
$4,489 (+3.5%)
$14,488 + $51,554
$66,042
2019
$4,336 (+3.3%)
$13,341 + $47,474
$60,815
2018
$4,196 (+5.3%)
$12,784 + $45,491
$58,275
2017
$3,984 (+1.9%)
$12,015 + $42,755
$54,770
2016
$3,910 (+3.2%)
$12,015 + $42,755
$54,770
2015
$3,790 (+8.2%)
$11,727 + $41,728
$53,455
2014
$3,502 (−2.2%)
$10,718 + $38,138
$48,856
2013
$3,581 (−6.2%)
$11,030 + $39,249
$50,279
2012
$3,816 (+3.2%)
$11,980 + $42,630
$54,610
2011
$3,699 (+59.4%)
$13,392 + $47,653
$61,045
2010
$2,320 (−14.5%)
$14,430 + $51,345
$65,775
2009
$2,715 (−1.5%)
$15,486 + $55,103
$70,589
2008
$2,756
$15,486 + $55,103
$70,589
Tax history for 785 Keslinger Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,026 (+8.5%)
$21,409 + $76,179
$97,588
2024
$5,554 (+0.7%)
$21,409 + $76,179
$97,588
2023
$5,513 (+18.2%)
$19,035 + $67,733
$86,768
2022
$4,663 (+1.1%)
$16,756 + $59,624
$76,380
2021
$4,612 (+2.7%)
$15,233 + $54,204
$69,437
2020
$4,489 (+3.5%)
$14,488 + $51,554
$66,042
2019
$4,336 (+3.3%)
$13,341 + $47,474
$60,815
2018
$4,196 (+5.3%)
$12,784 + $45,491
$58,275
2017
$3,984 (+1.9%)
$12,015 + $42,755
$54,770
2016
$3,910 (+3.2%)
$12,015 + $42,755
$54,770
2015
$3,790 (+8.2%)
$11,727 + $41,728
$53,455
2014
$3,502 (−2.2%)
$10,718 + $38,138
$48,856
2013
$3,581 (−6.2%)
$11,030 + $39,249
$50,279
2012
$3,816 (+3.2%)
$11,980 + $42,630
$54,610
2011
$3,699 (+59.4%)
$13,392 + $47,653
$61,045
2010
$2,320 (−14.5%)
$14,430 + $51,345
$65,775
2009
$2,715 (−1.5%)
$15,486 + $55,103
$70,589
2008
$2,756
$15,486 + $55,103
$70,589
*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
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
245 ft.
Lot depth
400 ft.
Lot size
2.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
1006400003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
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 Cars: 7.5
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
# of Parking (Total): 5
Parking On-Site: Yes
Parking Features: Unassigned, Driveway
Parking: Garage,Space/s
Parking Ownership: Owned
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned
Water-Softener Owned, TV-Dish, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Electric
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Screened Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Block, Stone
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,424
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1.5 Story
Main Sq Ft: 1078
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): Yes
Rebuilt Year: 2004
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,952
Total Sq Ft: 1,424
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 528
Upper Sq Ft: 346
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 1006400003
Lot Information
Dimensions: 245X400
Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
Lot Features: Horses Allowed, Mature Trees, Views
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,612.06
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewer: Septic-Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Propane
Cooling: Window/Wall Units - 2
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 425
Middle Or Junior School District: 425
High School District: 425
Location Information
Township: Malta
Corporate Limits: Unincorporated
Directions: Route 38 to left on Willrett Road to right on Gurler Road to left on Tower Road to right on Keslinger Road to home (home is located at the end of Keslinger Road)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 1006400003
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
Shabbona Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 8.2mi
8/10
Indian Creek Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 11.0mi
5/10
Indian Creek High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.4mi
9/10
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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 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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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
$362,000 – $438,000
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