This charming 2-story home has character. From the beautiful and timeless woodwork to the handcrafted details throughout, this century-old home is a unique treasure. As you enter the property from Caton Farm you'll notice the convenient circle driveway along with ample parking for all your guests. Not only is the home a spacious 2,800 sq ft but the 3.5 car garage comes with a finished 2nd level! The property sits back from the road a bit and has a private fenced-in back yard. As you enter through the side door, you're greeted by a breezeway/mudroom that connect the home, the garage, and the backyard - true convenience, especially in the colder months. The home features a LARGE family room with a fireplace, vaulted ceilings and skylights. The sellers love the natural light that floods this home. The kitchen is large as well with ample cabinet space and a kitchen island. There is a separate dining room and living room, however, the living room was used as a library by the current owners. 3 bedrooms upstairs accompanied by a good-size bathroom with a clawfoot tub and separate shower. The laundry is also located on the 2nd floor. The home also features a NEW tankless hot water heater ('18) | NEW water softener ('20) | NEW water purification system ('20) | UPDATED plumbing ('18) | NEW HVAC in 2012. The home is conveniently near I55, RT59, and less than 30 minutes from Naperville and Joliet.
Charming house. Vaulted family room with skylights and beams. Kitchen has a larger island, older cabinets, older appliances. Upstairs separates into two sections at the top. One bathroom and three bedrooms upstairs. Large master closet....
Breezeway separates house from garage and walks out to front or backyard. Backyard is large. Garage has storage loft. Basement is cellar-like and looks to have had some water. Property is on a busy street.
13 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
A great home with SO MUCH to offer! Old Charm with so many newer updates! Beautiful woodwork and detail throughout! Hardwood floors! Formal dining room! Large eat in kitchen w/42" cabinets, center island & built in china cabinet! Entertainment sized family room with vaulted ceiling, skylights & fireplace! Home has a great floor plan and flows well. Full bathroom on 1st floor! 3.5 car garage with loft area above perfect for hobbies or workshop! Easy access driveway. Home backs to nature area with walking path! Come take a look inside and see all the great features. NEW FURNACE & AIR CONDITIONER in 2012. Roof 15 years old.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08444975
Apr 16, 2014
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$191,500
$68/sq ft
Mar 5, 2014
Contingent
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Mar 1, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$200,000
$71/sq ft
Feb 6, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$199,999
$71/sq ft
Dec 6, 2013
Relisted (Reactivated)
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Nov 25, 2013
Contingent
—
Nov 24, 2013
Relisted (Reactivated)
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Nov 13, 2013
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Sep 22, 2013
Relisted (Contingent)
—
Sep 20, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 14, 2013
Listed (New)
$200,000
$71/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07238752
Sep 9, 2009
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$172,000
$61/sq ft
Jul 25, 2009
Pending
—
Jul 14, 2009
Price Changed (Price Change)
$189,900
$68/sq ft
Jun 8, 2009
Listed
$195,000
$70/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 5, 2001
Sold
$250,000
$89/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 27, 1991
Sold
$72,500
$26/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 27, 1988
Sold
$145,000
$52/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$6,537 (−9.5%)
$21,498 + $84,398
$105,896
2021
$7,220 (+1.4%)
$20,092 + $78,877
$98,969
2020
$7,122 (+3.6%)
$19,522 + $76,639
$96,161
2019
$6,873 (+4.6%)
$18,601 + $73,024
$91,625
2018
$6,568 (+3.1%)
$17,477 + $68,610
$86,087
2017
$6,368 (+4.8%)
$16,608 + $65,200
$81,808
2015
$6,079 (+33.8%)
$15,840 + $62,184
$78,024
2013
$4,542 (−18.6%)
$14,314 + $42,146
$56,460
2012
$5,579 (+8.0%)
$14,643 + $57,489
$72,132
2011
$5,168 (+5.2%)
$14,854 + $58,317
$73,171
2010
$4,914 (+7.2%)
$15,157 + $59,507
$74,664
2008
$4,583 (+6.5%)
$15,789 + $61,986
$77,775
2007
$4,302
$15,789 + $61,986
$77,775
Tax history for 23427 Caton Farm Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$6,537 (−9.5%)
$21,498 + $84,398
$105,896
2021
$7,220 (+1.4%)
$20,092 + $78,877
$98,969
2020
$7,122 (+3.6%)
$19,522 + $76,639
$96,161
2019
$6,873 (+4.6%)
$18,601 + $73,024
$91,625
2018
$6,568 (+3.1%)
$17,477 + $68,610
$86,087
2017
$6,368 (+4.8%)
$16,608 + $65,200
$81,808
2015
$6,079 (+33.8%)
$15,840 + $62,184
$78,024
2013
$4,542 (−18.6%)
$14,314 + $42,146
$56,460
2012
$5,579 (+8.0%)
$14,643 + $57,489
$72,132
2011
$5,168 (+5.2%)
$14,854 + $58,317
$73,171
2010
$4,914 (+7.2%)
$15,157 + $59,507
$74,664
2008
$4,583 (+6.5%)
$15,789 + $61,986
$77,775
2007
$4,302
$15,789 + $61,986
$77,775
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,176
Year built
1917
Style
Other
County
Will County
APN
0603342000020000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 2, 2026.
R-2A
Single Family Residential District
The R-2A zoning district is intended to accommodate those areas within the City of Joliet which were platted with smaller lots than is now customary by allowing the continuation of greater population densities while also preserving the single family residential character of such areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 7.5
# of Garage Spaces: 3.5
# of Parking (Total): 4
Parking On-Site: Yes
Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway
Parking: Garage,Space/s
Parking Ownership: Owned
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Circular
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 17 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 24 x 20
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Island
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 16
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 23 x 14
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Pull Down Stair
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished
Laundry Features: In Unit
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Some Window Treatmnt, Some Wood Floors
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
Parcel Number: 0603342000020000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 131X186
Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Nature Preserve Adjacent
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,121.82
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: VA
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewer: Septic-Private
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 202
Elementary School: River View Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 202
Middle Or Junior School: Timber Ridge Middle School
High School District: 202
High School: Plainfield Central High School
Location Information
Township: Plainfield
Corporate Limits: Unincorporated
Directions: 55 to W on Canton Farm, L into property driveway. If you pass the river, you went too far. South side of Caton Farm between DuPage river and I55.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,176
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.65 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1917
Year Renovated: —
County: Will County
APN: 0603342000020000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Around this home
Schools
River View Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
Timber Ridge Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Plainfield Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Plainfield, IL • 60586
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Estimated sale price
$388,000 – $470,000
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