EXTRAORDINARY 4.66 Acre RIVERFRONT Retreat! This exceptional contemporary home is thoughtfully positioned to capture breathtaking views with expansive windows framing towering trees and the great outdoors like living artwork. Inside you'll appreciate the versatile space and flexibility of 3-4 Bedrooms, dedicated formal dining room, living room, family room, and a kitchen that's centered in the heart of the home with hardwood floor, granite countertop, tons of gorgeous cabinetry, and a breakfast nook that makes you feel as if you're suspended above the treetops! The 25x19 Primary Suite offers privacy and beauty with a curved fireplace, walk-in closet, Primary Bath with whirlpool tub, and separate shower. Unexpected finished walk-out lower level adds MANY OPTIONS and is perfect for hosting, featuring a full bar, spacious rec room, 4th bedroom, bath, storage and dedicated workshop w/vent system! The lower level can easily be utilized as an in-law arrangement as it provides amazing natural light, picturesque views, and private entrances from the garage, rec room, and interior of the home. "Architectural creativity" describes the inviting and functional floor plan including vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a soaring entryway that is sure to impress! There's even a rooftop deck! Stroll down the path to experience acres of wooded grounds where sunlight filters through established trees while you unwind by the water's edge and watch the eagles glide above. Located adjacent across the river is the Fox River Bluffs Forest Preserve, Silver Springs State Park, and across the street - the Subat Forest Preserve - you are literally connected to nature at every turn! Plano address but YORKVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Brand New Carpet, NEW ROOF (Malarkey 40 yr shingles), gutters & skylights in 2/2025, 2 furnaces, iron filtration system, water softener, some new windows, main floor laundry. There's a convenient separate driveway that leads through the woods to the river for ATV's or Utility vehicles, 2-car attached garage, underground dog fence, deck, incredible plants, wildlife, activities w/300' of river frontage. SO MUCH MORE than can be said in words or pictures. This isn't just a "home" - it's your very own sanctuary - a Dream come TRUE! Watch the Virtual Tour for an awesome Aerial view of the property!
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
4.66 acresLot Size
$240Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jayne Menne• Willow Real Estate, Inc
Bought with Giovanna Schmieder• Keller Williams Infinity
Est. $3,225 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12070 River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Apr 30, 2026
Sold
$800,000
$240/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12581981
Apr 27, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$799,900
$240/sq ft
Apr 8, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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Mar 17, 2026
Listed (Active)
$799,900
$240/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 7, 2008
Sold
$545,000
$163/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06682862
Apr 29, 2008
Sold (MLS)
$545,000
$163/sq ft
Oct 22, 2007
Listing Removed
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Sep 24, 2007
Listed
$599,000
$180/sq ft
NATURE LOVERS THIS HOME IS FOR YOU. 4.4 ACRES OF HIDDEN BEAUTY ON THE FOX RIVER. 2 HORSES ALLOWED. OVER 4500 SQ. FT. OF LIVING & THE VIEW FROM EVERY WINDOW WILL INSPIRE YOU. EVERY SEASON IS A VIVID PALETTE. THE MASTER SUITE 25X17 HAS A WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE AND A DREAM LUXURY BATH. THE KITCHEN IS A MASTERPIECE! YOU HAVE TO GET INSIDE THIS HOME IT IS AWESOME!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06615778
Sep 24, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jul 23, 2007
Listed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06412428
Jul 23, 2007
Listing Removed
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Feb 16, 2007
Listed
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #05258555
Feb 16, 2007
Listing Removed
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Oct 10, 2005
Listed
*
Public Records
Sep 1, 1987
Sold
$255,000
$76/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,466 (+8.3%)
$45,814 + $152,627
$198,441
2024
$13,363 (+4.5%)
$41,912 + $132,719
$174,631
2023
$12,785 (+3.7%)
$37,278 + $118,046
$155,324
2022
$12,329 (+4.9%)
$34,013 + $107,706
$141,719
2021
$11,758 (+1.1%)
$31,910 + $101,047
$132,957
2020
$11,635 (+1.4%)
$31,284 + $96,235
$127,519
2019
$11,479 (−9.1%)
$30,000 + $93,432
$123,432
2018
$12,631 (+7.4%)
$38,187 + $93,925
$132,112
2017
$11,757 (+7.1%)
$38,187 + $93,925
$132,112
2016
$10,978 (−17.3%)
$34,716 + $74,249
$108,965
2015
$13,277 (+15.2%)
$34,716 + $74,249
$108,965
2013
$11,526 (−0.8%)
$27,374 + $85,921
$113,295
2012
$11,620 (−5.5%)
$30,419 + $94,212
$124,631
2011
$12,294 (+6.4%)
$40,102 + $108,551
$148,653
2010
$11,560 (+6.3%)
$41,992 + $113,666
$155,658
2008
$10,878 (+37.4%)
$46,658 + $116,776
$163,434
2006
$7,920
$42,000 + $95,400
$137,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.66 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,336
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kendall County
APN
0136200012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
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 Jul 22, 2026.
R1
One Family Residential District
The R-1 district may be appropriate in any area suggested for residential use on the Land Resource Management Plan. Such development must meet the standards of this subdivision.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage