Welcome to the country. Enjoy this 1.72 acres (Zone AG-1) Spacious living room with fireplace. Master bedroom on main level with private bath. Eat in in kitchen area with a wonderful view to exterior. Formal dining room. Enjoy the breezeway area. Owner was going to add a deck to this area; but never got done. Attached garage. Three bedrooms with hardwood flooring on upper level. Lower-level features laundry area. Extra room could be office area, large storage area or your choice. Enjoy the spacious building behind the home. Owners have added some trails for a 4-wheeler, bicycles, or whatever. Several flowers in bloom at this time. Some rooms irregular in size. Dishwasher has never worked; as is condition. Welcome to your new couuntry address.
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
1.72 acresLot Size
$119Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ramona Harper• Lenington Realty
Bought with Phillip Trautman• Champaign County Realty
Est. $3,056 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2279 E 500 Rd N
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12615062
Jul 10, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$285,000
$119/sq ft
Jun 10, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Apr 9, 2026
Listed (Active)
$299,900
$125/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12127406
Jan 8, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$270,000
$113/sq ft
Nov 26, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Nov 16, 2024
Price Changed
$273,000
$114/sq ft
Oct 9, 2024
Price Changed
$275,000
$115/sq ft
Sep 24, 2024
Price Changed
$279,000
$116/sq ft
Sep 3, 2024
Price Changed
$285,000
$119/sq ft
Aug 9, 2024
Listed (Active)
$299,000
$125/sq ft
Look no further for your dream country retreat! This charming multi-level home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and is nestled on 1.72 acres with an attached garage and pole barn. Enjoy the serenity and beauty of the lush plants and mature trees that provide both privacy and natural splendor. The master suite was added along with vaulted ceiling in family room with wood burning stove. The kitchen was updated in 2001 with new cabinets, granite countertops, and flooring. You also have the option to expand your rural oasis by adding additional acreage.
Elementary School: Clara Peterson 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: Button
Corporate Limits: Unincorporated
Directions: Paxton: 45 North of Paxton; East on 500 North. House on south side of road.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,608
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Ford County
APN: 121411200003
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Clara Peterson Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
6/10
Paxton-Buckley-Loda Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
7/10
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.0mi
3/10
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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 103° 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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Historical weather
Paxton, IL • 60957
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 7% for direct sun exposure in Paxton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
6.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$268,000 – $324,000
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