Welcome to your dream escape-an extraordinary 11-acre estate where wildflower-lined walking paths and sweeping views create a private sanctuary like no other. This stunning two-story farmhouse offers the perfect blend of luxury and nature, with 4 oversized bedrooms plus a 5th bedroom in the basement, and 2.5 bathrooms. Step inside to a formal dining or sitting room ideal for morning coffee or elegant gatherings. The heart of the home is an open kitchen and family room, featuring natural cherry cabinetry with soft-close doors, granite countertops, and a spacious walk-in pantry with a glass door. Retreat to the first-floor master suite with a generous walk-in closet and sliding doors leading to the front porch-perfect for taking in the picturesque scenery. All bedrooms are thoughtfully designed for comfort and space. The spacious, sunlit finished basement includes a fifth bedroom, lookout windows, a walk-out entrance for abundant natural light, and is stubbed for an additional bathroom-offering endless possibilities for customization. Enjoy outdoor living on the expansive wrap-around porch, deck with gazebo, and oversized 3-car attached garage. The property includes a large outbuilding with running water, an additional building, and a one-of-a-kind dog run. Experience unmatched privacy and tranquility in this rare, breathtaking enclave-your perfect country retreat awaits!
This is a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity!! 11 acre farmette with a two story, 4-5 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home built in 1996. Natural cherry kitchen cabinets have soft-close doors with many extra features and granite counters. There is also a glass door pantry in the kitchen. The great room is 32 by 13 and includes, kitchen, dining and living area all together. All the rooms are oversized. Dual zone heating, 2 furnaces/AC. Finished basement has a stub in for an additional bath and look-out windows and walk-out entrance for loads of natural light. Home has a large wrap-around porch and deck with gazebo and 22 ft above-ground pool and oversized 3 car attached garage. Property has 1 large outbuilding with running water that previously held horses and an additional building they use as a work and party room. There also is the world's coolest chicken coop that they now use as an entertaining space. This is the most private enclave you can possibly imagine. Check out the virtual tour or just type the address into YouTube! THE BACK OF THE LOT IS IN THE FLOODPLAIN. HOUSE AND BUILDINGS ARE NOT AND DO NOT REQUIRE FLOOD INSURANCE!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,631 (+3.8%)
$25,500 + $108,975
$134,475
2024
$9,279 (+2.1%)
$25,500 + $108,975
$134,475
2023
$9,090 (−0.6%)
$23,589 + $100,809
$124,398
2022
$9,149 (+3.7%)
$21,572 + $92,189
$113,761
2021
$8,819 (+4.4%)
$20,917 + $89,391
$110,308
2020
$8,445 (+3.6%)
$19,713 + $84,244
$103,957
2019
$8,153 (+3.0%)
$17,977 + $76,826
$94,803
2018
$7,914 (+4.6%)
$17,226 + $73,616
$90,842
2017
$7,566 (+1.9%)
$16,190 + $69,188
$85,378
2016
$7,427 (+0.9%)
$16,190 + $69,188
$85,378
2015
$7,364 (−1.8%)
$15,549 + $66,450
$81,999
2014
$7,500 (−0.2%)
$14,541 + $62,142
$76,683
2013
$7,512 (+45.9%)
$14,965 + $63,952
$78,917
2012
$5,147 (−9.3%)
$16,254 + $69,460
$85,714
2011
$5,674 (−2.8%)
$18,341 + $78,380
$96,721
2010
$5,838 (−3.0%)
$19,639 + $83,928
$103,567
2009
$6,016
$20,993 + $89,715
$110,708
Tax history for 11867 N Grove Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,631 (+3.8%)
$25,500 + $108,975
$134,475
2024
$9,279 (+2.1%)
$25,500 + $108,975
$134,475
2023
$9,090 (−0.6%)
$23,589 + $100,809
$124,398
2022
$9,149 (+3.7%)
$21,572 + $92,189
$113,761
2021
$8,819 (+4.4%)
$20,917 + $89,391
$110,308
2020
$8,445 (+3.6%)
$19,713 + $84,244
$103,957
2019
$8,153 (+3.0%)
$17,977 + $76,826
$94,803
2018
$7,914 (+4.6%)
$17,226 + $73,616
$90,842
2017
$7,566 (+1.9%)
$16,190 + $69,188
$85,378
2016
$7,427 (+0.9%)
$16,190 + $69,188
$85,378
2015
$7,364 (−1.8%)
$15,549 + $66,450
$81,999
2014
$7,500 (−0.2%)
$14,541 + $62,142
$76,683
2013
$7,512 (+45.9%)
$14,965 + $63,952
$78,917
2012
$5,147 (−9.3%)
$16,254 + $69,460
$85,714
2011
$5,674 (−2.8%)
$18,341 + $78,380
$96,721
2010
$5,838 (−3.0%)
$19,639 + $83,928
$103,567
2009
$6,016
$20,993 + $89,715
$110,708
*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
—
Baths
—
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.16 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
513200005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
A-1
Agricultural District
It is recognized that the public health and welfare of the citizens of DeKalb County are greatly dependent upon the sustenance and economic benefits provided by a viable agricultural industry. The intent of this district is to ensure that land areas in the County that are well suited for production of food and fiber are retained for such production, unimpeded by the establishment of incompatible uses which would hinder farm operations and irretrievably deplete agricultural lands; The A-1 District acknowledges that agriculture is a specialized form of industry characterized by the production through biological and botanical processes of saleable farm products as a result of the combination of raw materials soils, seeds, plants, water, and nutrients, manpower farm labor and machinery, and energy solar and power equipment.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Ranch
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Parking (Total): 6
Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 27 x 14
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 27 x 14
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 17
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 31 x 26
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 32 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 8
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Age: 26-30 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 0513200005
Lot Information
Dimensions: 40X800X500X2400
Lot Size: 10+ Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,090.02
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Propane
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 427
Middle Or Junior School District: 427
High School District: 427
Location Information
Township: Mayfield
Corporate Limits: UNINCORPORATED
Directions: Home is located between 1st and Brickville Road on the north side of the street. Lane is to the east of another parcel
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.16 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: 513200005
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
North Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
Sycamore Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
6/10
Sycamore High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
7/10
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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 101° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sycamore, IL • 60178
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.1 hrs
3.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$666,000 – $806,000
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