Country living in PBL SCHOOL DISTRICT! This charming 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers over 2100 square feet of comfortable living space, perfect for families seeking a peaceful setting and room to grow. Nestled on 2.5 acres, this property features a spacious Quonset building (50 ft x 60 ft), a 5000-bushel grain bin, and a traditional corn crib. Enjoy ample storage and workspace with the detached 2-car garage. The home has been thoughtfully updated over time: a new upstairs bathroom, drywall in the downstairs and 3 upstairs bedrooms, along with updated electric and plumbing, were all completed in 2013. The kitchen was remodeled in 2005, and the downstairs bathroom was refreshed in 2023. Additional updates include a new roof in 2009, a water heater in 2020, and a water softener (owned). The furnace and air conditioner, both from 2006, ensure year-round comfort. With the septic system recently cleaned in 2023, this home is move-in ready and waiting for you to make it your own! BROKER OWNED
REDUCED PRICE! MOTIVATED SELLER! Well-maintained rural homestead close to Rt. 45 & I-57. Updated home on neat 2.23 acres w/newer 2+ car det. garage, 50x60 quonset shed, 5000 bu. grain bin & crib. Main floor has been remodeled (kitchen, bath, LR, DR, FR & laundry). Exterior: newer roof, siding, windows & doors. Full floored attic & full usable basement w/shower. Option to purchase house & garage only on 1.29 ac.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,096 (+9.3%)
$11,410 + $33,480
$44,890
2024
$2,833 (+5.2%)
$10,030 + $29,430
$39,460
2023
$2,692 (+10.3%)
$9,400 + $27,570
$36,970
2022
$2,441 (+13.0%)
$9,020 + $26,450
$35,470
2021
$2,160 (+6.1%)
$9,020 + $26,450
$35,470
2020
$2,036 (+2.7%)
$7,710 + $22,610
$30,320
2019
$1,982 (+3.3%)
$7,180 + $21,060
$28,240
2018
$1,918 (−0.3%)
$6,940 + $20,370
$27,310
2017
$1,923 (−2.1%)
$6,640 + $19,490
$26,130
2016
$1,964 (+4.3%)
$6,640 + $19,490
$26,130
2015
$1,882 (−21.9%)
$6,560 + $19,740
$26,300
2013
$2,410
$6,440 + $19,380
$25,820
Tax history for 853 E 1000 North Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,096 (+9.3%)
$11,410 + $33,480
$44,890
2024
$2,833 (+5.2%)
$10,030 + $29,430
$39,460
2023
$2,692 (+10.3%)
$9,400 + $27,570
$36,970
2022
$2,441 (+13.0%)
$9,020 + $26,450
$35,470
2021
$2,160 (+6.1%)
$9,020 + $26,450
$35,470
2020
$2,036 (+2.7%)
$7,710 + $22,610
$30,320
2019
$1,982 (+3.3%)
$7,180 + $21,060
$28,240
2018
$1,918 (−0.3%)
$6,940 + $20,370
$27,310
2017
$1,923 (−2.1%)
$6,640 + $19,490
$26,130
2016
$1,964 (+4.3%)
$6,640 + $19,490
$26,130
2015
$1,882 (−21.9%)
$6,560 + $19,740
$26,300
2013
$2,410
$6,440 + $19,380
$25,820
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.54 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Iroquois County
APN
3117200005
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
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
Driveway: Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Eating Area
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Office
Level: Main
Dimensions: 28 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Island
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 7
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Eating Area, Office
Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 886
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
# of Rooms: 9
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher
Water-Softener Owned
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar, Stone
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 2,108
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Lower Sq Ft: 0
Main Sq Ft: 1343
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,994
Total Sq Ft: 2,108
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 886
Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 0
Upper Sq Ft: 765
Parcel Number: 31172000050000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 366 X 302
Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
Lot Features: Mature Trees
Zero Lot Line: No
Zoning: SINGL
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,693
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewer: Septic-Private
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Propane, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
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
Township: Onarga
Corporate Limits: Unincorporated
Directions: Route 45 North of Buckley, East on 800 North Rd, North on 600 East Rd, East on 1000 North Rd to property.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Iroquois County
APN: 3117200005
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The Mark Waldhoff Team
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Clara Peterson Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 13.7mi
6/10
Paxton-Buckley-Loda Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 13.2mi
7/10
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 13.2mi
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
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, 17 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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