Welcome to your dream country retreat in the highly sought-after GCMS school district! Nestled on 10 picturesque acres, this one-of-a-kind property offers space, charm, and functionality for every lifestyle. A stunning asphalt driveway gracefully winds into the property, leading you to a beautifully maintained home with multiple inviting porch areas and a unique rooftop terrace on the second floor-perfect for enjoying peaceful views of the front yard and open skies. The home showcases two staircases: a grand staircase in the front foyer and a private back staircase that leads directly to the master suite and its cozy adjoining nook. It also features 5 spacious bedrooms, plus a versatile bonus room that can easily serve as a 6th bedroom, office, nursery, den, or playroom and 2 full bathrooms complete with heated floors! The kitchen opens into the family room that boasts a vaulted ceiling with a wood - burning fireplace and views to enjoy all year round. Natural light floods the home through an abundance of windows offering sweeping views of the countryside. Modern updates blend seamlessly with classic charm, including - quartz countertops in the kitchen, updated appliances, flooring, light fixtures, mini split heating/cooling systems for comfort and efficiency, and a radon mitigation system to name a few! You'll also enjoy a large, clean basement for extra storage or recreational use. The oversized garage with loft, along with two additional outbuildings, provide ideal spaces for entertaining guests, hobbies, storage, workshops, or even a playhouse. And just in time for summer fun, an above-ground pool and all accessories are included! Finish off a summer evening around the firepit cooking smores! With room to roam, work, and play, this truly unique rural gem is ready for you to make it your own.
Middle Or Junior School: Gibson City Junior High School
High School District: 5
High School: Gibson City High School
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Township: Peach Orchard
Corporate Limits: Peach Orchard
Directions: From Champaign, take Mattis Ave. N, Right onto County Rd. 3000 N, Left onto County Rd. 1000, Right onto County Rd. 1000, Right onto E 800 N Rd., Let onto N 1100 E Rd., property on left
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,479
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1917
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Ford County
APN: 100923200001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The Angela Roderick Team
Around this home
Schools
Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.3mi
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Gcms Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.1mi
8/10
GCMS High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.4mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$516,000 – $625,000
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