Rising grocery costs got you down? Are you ready to start up your own small farm? Those seeking their tranquil rural retreat with peace, privacy and freedom to move and roam need look no further than this incredible 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, beautifully set within the Herscher School District. Offering an outstanding 4+ total acres of land, the property is serenely shaded by mature trees and even features an operational 1930s era windmill. The house itself comes comfortably sized and showcases a classic style, with a vaulted ceiling throughout the upstairs open-plan living area with a second living area in the lower level. The bedrooms are all generously sized, and the deck is perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks. In addition to the home, the property has a 40 x 80 foot building that provides excellent storage for any equipment or large projects that you may have. There's also a 30 x 60 foot building that includes the 2 car garage and a heated workshop. The outer L-Shaped area around the treed portion is farmed, and paid for yearly. The owner will pass the farmers information over to the buyer so they can make their own decision on the future use of that area.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
4.18 acresLot Size
$187Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Mark Clark• eXp Realty
Listed by Danita Clark• eXp Realty
Bought with Nolberto Damian• Vista Realty Group LLC
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Market trends in 60961, IL
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
+39.5% MoM
Median sale price
$160K
$126K MoM
Avg. days on market
70d
3 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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Sale history for 11535 S Kankakee Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11775756
Jun 30, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$375,000
$170/sq ft
May 12, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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May 5, 2023
Listed (Active)
$345,000
$157/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,203 (+4.1%)
$11,119 + $6,336
$17,455
2024
$1,156 (+12.2%)
$10,542 + $6,007
$16,549
2023
$1,030 (+8.6%)
$9,376 + $5,342
$14,718
2022
$949 (+37.2%)
$9,376 + $5,342
$14,718
2021
$691 (+2.2%)
$4,852 + $4,558
$9,410
2020
$676 (+4.4%)
$4,852 + $4,558
$9,410
2019
$648 (−0.2%)
$4,692 + $4,408
$9,100
2018
$649 (−0.7%)
$4,439 + $4,170
$8,609
2017
$654 (−4.1%)
$4,376 + $4,111
$8,487
2016
$682 (+3.2%)
$4,376 + $4,111
$8,487
2015
$661 (+1.4%)
$4,546 + $4,270
$8,816
2014
$652 (−2.9%)
$4,593 + $4,314
$8,907
2013
$671
$4,760 + $4,470
$9,230
Tax history for 11535 S Kankakee Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,203 (+4.1%)
$11,119 + $6,336
$17,455
2024
$1,156 (+12.2%)
$10,542 + $6,007
$16,549
2023
$1,030 (+8.6%)
$9,376 + $5,342
$14,718
2022
$949 (+37.2%)
$9,376 + $5,342
$14,718
2021
$691 (+2.2%)
$4,852 + $4,558
$9,410
2020
$676 (+4.4%)
$4,852 + $4,558
$9,410
2019
$648 (−0.2%)
$4,692 + $4,408
$9,100
2018
$649 (−0.7%)
$4,439 + $4,170
$8,609
2017
$654 (−4.1%)
$4,376 + $4,111
$8,487
2016
$682 (+3.2%)
$4,376 + $4,111
$8,487
2015
$661 (+1.4%)
$4,546 + $4,270
$8,816
2014
$652 (−2.9%)
$4,593 + $4,314
$8,907
2013
$671
$4,760 + $4,470
$9,230
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Zoning
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Lot size
1.1 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Grundy County
APN
1236400009
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Accessible
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Last updated by owner on Jun 26, 2026.
A
Agricultural District
This district is intended to permit agriculture to be the primary use of land and restrict residential uses or activities that interfere with agriculture.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Veterinary clinic
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),7 Foot or more high garage door
Driveway: Asphalt
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 23
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 11 x 21
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 22
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 8 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 19
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
Basement: Full, Walkout
Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space