Welcome to your slice of paradise, a sprawling 7.52 acres of absolute bliss! This custom ranch is your dream come true, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, each with closets so cavernous, you might stumble upon a magical wardrobe! The master suite got a plush carpet makeover in 2020, and the full bath now flaunts a snazzy new vanity, heated towel rack, and fresh flooring. The second bath got the same fabulous facelift. Meanwhile, the living room rocks a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, perfect for snug evenings. Cook up a storm in the eat-in kitchen or dine with flair in the formal dining room. Savor sunrises on the screened sun porch, sunsets on the front deck, and keep laundry a breeze right on the main floor. The driveway leads you through a quaint orchard to the cedar home snugly nestled among the trees. The land is a delightful mix of trees and pasture, with meandering walking and ATV trails. Extras that'll make your heart skip a beat: A charming 12x24 garden shed, an 8x12 chicken coop for your clucky companions, and a 24x24 sports court with a basketball hoop. Dive into a sandy volleyball court for epic showdowns and gather around the stone fire pit for marshmallow roasting sessions in the front yard. The 24x30 outbuilding/garage is a haven for space lovers, while RV sites come fully equipped with hookups for your adventurous spirit. New gutters with leaf guards were installed in 2024, and all the shiny stainless steel appliances joined the fun since 2020, including a washer/dryer duo. Radon? Consider it conquered! Too many jaw-dropping upgrades and features to list, so come and see this incredible property for yourself!
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
7.52 acresLot Size
$206Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Tracy Shuman• Re/Max Professional Advantage
Bought with Christopher Watson• DC Rise Real Estate
Welcome to your slice of paradise, a sprawling 7.52 acres of absolute bliss! This custom ranch is your dream come true, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, each with closets so cavernous, you might stumble upon a magical wardrobe! The master suite got a plush carpet makeover in 2020, and the full bath now flaunts a snazzy new vanity, heated towel rack, and fresh flooring. The second bath got the same fabulous facelift. Meanwhile, the living room rocks a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, perfect for snug evenings. Cook up a storm in the eat-in kitchen or dine with flair in the formal dining room. Savor sunrises on the screened sun porch, sunsets on the front deck, and keep laundry a breeze right on the main floor. The driveway leads you through a quaint orchard to the cedar home snugly nestled among the trees. The land is a delightful mix of trees and pasture, with meandering walking and ATV trails. Extras that'll make your heart skip a beat: A charming 12x24 garden shed, an 8x12 chicken house for your clucky companions, and a 24x24 sports court with a basketball hoop. Dive into a sandy volleyball court for epic showdowns and gather around the stone fire pit for marshmallow roasting sessions in the front yard. The 24x30 outbuilding/garage is a haven for space lovers, while RV sites come fully equipped with hookups for your adventurous spirit. New gutters with leaf guards were installed in 2024, and all the shiny stainless steel appliances joined the fun since 2020, including a washer/dryer duo. Radon? Consider it conquered! Too many jaw-dropping upgrades and features to list, so come and see this incredible property for yourself!
Public Records
Nov 4, 2019
Sold
$251,000
$112/sq ft
NWIAR #122112
Oct 30, 2019
Sold
$264,000
$118/sq ft
Aug 6, 2019
Listed
$269,000
$120/sq ft
+21
Location, location! Nestled by thick woods, lies this secluded, three bedroom beauty, with open floor plan/Great Room with wood fireplace & Three Season Porch, on 7.52 acres! Nice deck, just off living area, with fire pit area, below. All three bedrooms contain walk-in closets - Master bedroom also includes full bath. Carpet, Furnace & Water Heater all new in 2017, Steel Roof in 2007. 24 x 36 Steel Shop Building & Shed behind home, provide plenty of space for tinkering or storage. Basketball & Sand Volleyball Court already established! Wildlife prevail - 'plethora of deer, turkey, rabbits, etc. roam through this property/woods; livin' large, here! Enjoy seclusion, relaxing by the fire (inside or outside), entertaining guests, playing ball, having coffee out on the deck, hunting the woods . . . What are you waiting for? PROPERTY ALSO INCLUDES: Lake Carroll Property - Sec 5 Lot 31 R Warwick Lane - . 5 acres @ end of cul-de-sac, yet borders wooded property!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,764 (+27.1%)
$24,094 + $83,144
$107,238
2024
$5,322 (−11.1%)
$24,094 + $83,144
$107,238
2023
$5,985 (−5.1%)
$21,442 + $73,991
$95,433
2022
$6,309 (+7.4%)
$18,165 + $62,683
$80,848
2021
$5,875 (−0.3%)
$18,165 + $56,516
$74,681
2020
$5,895 (+1.5%)
$17,621 + $54,822
$72,443
2019
$5,810 (−9.8%)
$17,275 + $53,747
$71,022
2018
$6,443 (+1.2%)
$16,813 + $52,309
$69,122
2016
$6,366
$16,577 + $51,777
$68,354
Tax history for 5491 S Koch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,764 (+27.1%)
$24,094 + $83,144
$107,238
2024
$5,322 (−11.1%)
$24,094 + $83,144
$107,238
2023
$5,985 (−5.1%)
$21,442 + $73,991
$95,433
2022
$6,309 (+7.4%)
$18,165 + $62,683
$80,848
2021
$5,875 (−0.3%)
$18,165 + $56,516
$74,681
2020
$5,895 (+1.5%)
$17,621 + $54,822
$72,443
2019
$5,810 (−9.8%)
$17,275 + $53,747
$71,022
2018
$6,443 (+1.2%)
$16,813 + $52,309
$69,122
2016
$6,366
$16,577 + $51,777
$68,354
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
327,571
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,236
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Stephenson County
APN
021730100002
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 2, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Concrete
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Electric Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Metal
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size Acres: 7.52
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,985
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Pearl City 200
Elementary School: Pearl City 200
Middle Or Junior School: Pearl City 200
High School: Pearl City 200
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,236
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 7.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Stephenson County
APN: 021730100002
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 2, 2025
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Pearl City Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.6mi
5/10
Pearl City Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
4/10
Pearl City High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
10/10
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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 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Pearl City, IL • 61062
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In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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