Rare Turnkey Agricultural Estate & Business Opportunity on 9+- Acres! Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind agricultural property offering the perfect combination of luxury living, income-producing potential, and commercial functionality. The spacious 4,000+ sq. ft. residence features 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and 2 half bathrooms, along with an attached 2-car garage. Designed with flexibility in mind, the home can easily be converted into three separate living units by simply closing the existing interior connecting doors-ideal for multi-generational living, rental income, or employee housing. Situated on 8.96 fully fenced acres with three gated entrances, the property is ready for livestock, horses, goats, sheep, poultry, or a variety of agricultural operations. The property is equipped with two electrical transformers and 3-phase power, providing the capacity needed for commercial and agricultural use. The property includes four impressive metal buildings: Building 1 (36' 85') - Fully finished and insulated with new central heating and air conditioning, featuring 1 full bathroom and 2 half bathrooms. Currently operating as a licensed Halal slaughterhouse, making it ideal for a turnkey meat processing operation or other commercial agricultural uses. Building 2 (18' 70') - Insulated livestock barn, ready for animals. Building 3 (40' 125') - Large storage building with ample space for agricultural equipment, machinery, vehicles, or additional indoor parking. Building 4 (40' 160') - Previously used as a poultry hatchery and chicken-raising facility, offering endless possibilities for poultry production or other agricultural enterprises. Whether you're looking to expand an existing farming operation, establish a livestock or poultry business, invest in a unique income-producing property, or enjoy country living with exceptional facilities, this property offers unlimited potential. Conveniently located just minutes from Interstate 88, DeKalb, and Sycamore, this rare property combines rural privacy with easy access to major transportation routes. A truly unique turnkey agricultural estate with endless possibilities-schedule your private showing today!
Rare opportunity to acquire 9+/- acre Farmette with 4,000 SQ FT two unit residential brick building. The residential structure is a story and a half design, with a two bedrooms on one side and three bedrooms on the other. Additional, there is an attached two car garage, sun room, and full finished basement. There are 3 large metal out-buildings with up to 13,000 SQ FT of storage capacity. The property is located on Waterman Rd, which is hard surfaced and rated at 80,000 LBs. The excess property is tillable and can be rented for farming purposes. The residential units are currently undergoing a cosmetic makeover. Unlimited possibilities, such as a winery, chicken ranch, fresh vegetable stand, nursery, horse stables or pumkin patch. Please schedule all showings 24 hours in advance.
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Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,322 (+3.9%)
$20,106 + $89,920
$110,026
2024
$6,083
$20,106 + $89,920
$110,026
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DeKalb County
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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
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 102° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Waterman, IL • 60556
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 12257 Waterman Rd
$1,066,829
$33K under list price of $1.10M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 4 recent nearby sales, priced between $254K to $635K.