The perfect forever home! Nestled on the edge of town~outside of the City Limits! This property offers 5+ Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, Large Deck, Cement Patio, Professionally Landscaped, and an XXLG Heated Garage. You will be impressed with everything from the curb appeal to the great floor plan. Lovingly cared for, immaculate inside and out...this home was created to welcome family & friends for living and entertaining! The spacious Living Room creates a warm and inviting ambiance with the wood burning fireplace and vaulted ceiling. The most perfect kitchen awaits with lots of cabinets, eat in area and a large walk in pantry. Home features a large separate Dining Room for Entertaining~ the home boast 3 Bedrooms on Main level and additional Bedrooms with large closets in the Basement. The primary Bedroom is a true retreat with a large picture window, 2 walk in closets and an ensuite bathroom. Basement has lots of storage areas with built in shelving and a Bonus Room. VERY EXCITED TO DELIVER THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME TO THE MARKET!
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.73 acresLot Size
$178Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Rebecca McPheeters• Town & Country Realty Sales
Bought with Rebecca McPheeters• Town & Country Realty Sales
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Market trends in 61342, IL
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
98.1%
+1.4% MoM
Median sale price
$172K
$5K MoM
Avg. days on market
49d
2 days MoM
Recently sold homes
20
4 MoM
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Sale history for 161 US RT 52 Hwy
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11981671
Mar 28, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$269,999
$164/sq ft
Feb 19, 2024
Pending
—
Feb 17, 2024
Listed (Active)
$269,999
$164/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 3, 2006
Sold
$177,500
$108/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,604 (+11.2%)
$7,487 + $67,414
$74,901
2024
$4,142 (+14.9%)
$7,487 + $67,414
$74,901
2023
$3,604 (+10.9%)
$6,842 + $61,610
$68,452
2022
$3,249 (+25.3%)
$6,372 + $57,376
$63,748
2021
$2,593 (+0.3%)
$5,809 + $52,307
$58,116
2020
$2,585 (−1.0%)
$5,499 + $49,514
$55,013
2019
$2,610 (−3.5%)
$5,192 + $46,751
$51,943
2018
$2,706 (−3.5%)
$5,192 + $46,751
$51,943
2017
$2,805 (−13.3%)
$5,078 + $45,727
$50,805
2016
$3,234 (+2.6%)
$5,014 + $45,149
$50,163
2015
$3,153 (+0.3%)
$4,800 + $43,225
$48,025
2013
$3,145
$4,903 + $44,155
$49,058
Tax history for 161 US RT 52 Hwy
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,604 (+11.2%)
$7,487 + $67,414
$74,901
2024
$4,142 (+14.9%)
$7,487 + $67,414
$74,901
2023
$3,604 (+10.9%)
$6,842 + $61,610
$68,452
2022
$3,249 (+25.3%)
$6,372 + $57,376
$63,748
2021
$2,593 (+0.3%)
$5,809 + $52,307
$58,116
2020
$2,585 (−1.0%)
$5,499 + $49,514
$55,013
2019
$2,610 (−3.5%)
$5,192 + $46,751
$51,943
2018
$2,706 (−3.5%)
$5,192 + $46,751
$51,943
2017
$2,805 (−13.3%)
$5,078 + $45,727
$50,805
2016
$3,234 (+2.6%)
$5,014 + $45,149
$50,163
2015
$3,153 (+0.3%)
$4,800 + $43,225
$48,025
2013
$3,145
$4,903 + $44,155
$49,058
*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
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.73 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,620
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
LaSalle County
APN
01-29-205-003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 8, 2026.
A-1
Agriculture District
The A-1 Agriculture District is designed to encourage farming practices and related agricultural uses on those lands which are uniquely situated for farming uses due to type of soils, location and/or topography.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
Driveway: Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 2
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 17
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 17
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 16
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Pantry-Closet
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 15
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 4 x 8
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 22
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 15
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Interior Features
Interior Features: Wood Laminate Floors, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room, Some Storm Doors
# of Rooms: 9
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener
Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
Age: 26-30 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
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): No
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 0129205003
Lot Information
Dimensions: 160X200
Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
Lot Features: Backs to Open Grnd
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,249.18
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic-Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 289
Elementary School: Blackstone Elementary School
Alternate Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 289
Middle Or Junior School: Northbrook School
High School District: 280
High School: Mendota Twp High School
Location Information
Township: Mendota
Corporate Limits: Mendota
Directions: Head west on Rt 52 home will be on the north side (right side)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,620
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.73 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: LaSalle County
APN: 01-29-205-003
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Northbrook School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Mendota Twp High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
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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, 16 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 3.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$280,000 – $339,000
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