BRING YOUR HORSES!!! 10 Acres of Heaven adjoining the FOREST PRESERVE. This is a good sturdy Farmhouse with a lot of UPDATES --- 1997 ** all new copper plumbing, bathroom and kitchen remodel, new Luxaire Furnace & C/A. 2004 ** New roof (complete tear off) 35 year shingles 2008 New front porch 2009 New Hardy Plank siding with insulation and Tyvek and Soffit & Fascia & Gutters. 2012 Garage updates -- New Roof & Hardy Plank siding, new poured concrete floor and approach and new overhead door and opener. 2011 New concrete Patio to relax and enjoy the private yard. Outbuildings - 2005 FBI 60x72 Machine Shed with 16' eaves and gutters & a 40x75 Steel Butler Building. Fruit Trees & 6 Acres of Hay / Pasture EXCELLENT BURLINGTON SCHOOLS!
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Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
453,024
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,800
Year built
1915
Style
Ranch
County
DeKalb County
APN
—
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 16, 2020.
Jun 20, 2025 • Active
Building
Demolition
May 30, 2025 • Active
Stormwater
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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),Transmitter(s),7 Foot or more high garage door
Driveway: Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Enclosed Porch
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 07
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 9
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 09
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 07
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 9
Window Treatments: Shades
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 15
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds,Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Pull Down Stair
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 8
Equipment
Appliances: Microwave
Water-Softener Owned, TV-Dish, TV Antenna, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio, Porch, Storms/Screens
Building Information
Living Area Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
Exterior Building Type: Other
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 1997
Parcel Number: 0408100009
Lot Information
Dimensions: 10+ ACRES
Lot Size: 10+ Acres
Lot Features: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Horses Allowed, Landscaped
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,420.14
Tax Year: 2016
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewer: Septic-Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Propane, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Horse-Riding Area
School Information
Elementary School District: 301
Middle Or Junior School District: 301
High School District: 301
Location Information
Township: BURLINGTON
Corporate Limits: UNINCORPORATED
Directions: Corner of Plank and Engel Road
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,800
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 10.4 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: —
County: DeKalb County
APN: —
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Nov 16, 2020
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
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Schools
Howard B Thomas Grade School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.3mi
9/10
Central Middle School
Public 8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
10/10
Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.3mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 14 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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