Rare find! Spectacular 5-acre property with a breathtaking 1.125-acre stocked pond—crystal blue water full of bluegill, bass, and catfish. Enjoy serene views from the expansive front deck. Enjoy the peaceful privacy of a large yard with a Rochester address and sought-after Chatham School District. The charming 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Cape Cod features large bedrooms, the living room has a cozy wood burning fireplace, and a full unfinished walkout basement ready for your vision. Updates include a new roof (2019), pond aerator (2023), and hot water heater (2025). Includes a 2-car attached garage and a huge 30x36 machine shed—ideal for storage or hobbies. A rare opportunity to own a slice of country paradise!
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$251Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Mindy Pusch• The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Contact: Mobl: 217-725-1547
Bought with Mindy Pusch• The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Retreat like property sitting on 5 acres with Rochester address and Chatham Schools. This one owner, custom built 4 bed 3.5 bath home sits on a gorgeous 5 acre lot and boasts a 1.125 acre stocked private pond. Great views from the wrap around front porch, the patio outside of your walkout basement, on the sandy beach, or out on your paddleboat in the middle of the pond. 30X36 machine shed great for tools and toys and is where you will find the mower, tractor, and paddle boat which all come with the house with an acceptable offer. Main floor master bedroom with on suite that includes jacuzzi tub, Schrock cabinets in kitchen and Anderson Tilt windows throughout which makes cleaning them easy. Roof less than 1 year old, AC approx. 4 years old, and insulation added to the attic in 2019. Less than 1.5 miles from Lake Sangchris. Pre-Inspected for buyer’s convenience!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,497 (+1.8%)
$27,374 + $118,189
$145,563
2024
$9,325 (+3.8%)
$25,569 + $110,395
$135,964
2023
$8,985 (+8.9%)
$23,603 + $101,906
$125,509
2022
$8,248 (+3.2%)
$21,150 + $91,314
$112,464
2021
$7,991 (+9.7%)
$20,272 + $87,524
$107,796
2020
$7,281 (+3.4%)
$19,630 + $84,753
$104,383
2019
$7,039 (+4.8%)
$19,294 + $83,304
$102,598
2018
$6,718 (+3.2%)
$18,714 + $80,799
$99,513
2017
$6,511 (+0.6%)
$18,275 + $78,905
$97,180
2016
$6,471 (+5.9%)
$18,202 + $78,591
$96,793
2013
$6,112
$16,998 + $73,394
$90,392
Tax history for 8200 New City Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,497 (+1.8%)
$27,374 + $118,189
$145,563
2024
$9,325 (+3.8%)
$25,569 + $110,395
$135,964
2023
$8,985 (+8.9%)
$23,603 + $101,906
$125,509
2022
$8,248 (+3.2%)
$21,150 + $91,314
$112,464
2021
$7,991 (+9.7%)
$20,272 + $87,524
$107,796
2020
$7,281 (+3.4%)
$19,630 + $84,753
$104,383
2019
$7,039 (+4.8%)
$19,294 + $83,304
$102,598
2018
$6,718 (+3.2%)
$18,714 + $80,799
$99,513
2017
$6,511 (+0.6%)
$18,275 + $78,905
$97,180
2016
$6,471 (+5.9%)
$18,202 + $78,591
$96,793
2013
$6,112
$16,998 + $73,394
$90,392
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Sangamon County
APN
30130100017
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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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 Aug 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Private, Side Load Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 4
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 3
Bathrooms (Half): 1
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Area: 1355
Room 1 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 1 Type: Main Level
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 2 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Area: 761
Room 2 Type: Upper Level
Room 3 Information
Room 3 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 3 Type: Lower Level
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Half Bathrooms: 1
Room 4 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 4 Type: Basement
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 5 Type: Additional Level
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Egress Window: Yes
Room 6 Flooring: Carpet
Room 6 Length: 13.9
Room 6 Level: Main
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 15.9
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Egress Window: Yes
Room 7 Flooring: Carpet
Room 7 Length: 9.9
Room 7 Level: Main
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7 Width: 12.8
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Egress Window: Yes
Room 8 Flooring: Carpet
Room 8 Length: 13
Room 8 Level: Upper
Room 8 Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8 Width: 16.75
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Egress Window: Yes
Room 9 Flooring: Carpet
Room 9 Length: 12.33
Room 9 Level: Upper
Room 9 Type: Bedroom 4
Room 9 Width: 16.75
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Flooring: Carpet
Room 10 Length: 19
Room 10 Level: Main
Room 10 Type: Living Room
Room 10 Width: 12.9
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 11 Length: 11
Room 11 Level: Main
Room 11 Type: Dining Room
Room 11 Width: 13.4
Room 12 Information
Room 12Flooring: Hardwood
Room 12 Length: 13.67
Room 12 Level: Main
Room 12 Type: Kitchen
Room 12 Width: 11
Room 13 Information
Room 13 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Type: Third Floor
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Propane, Forced Air
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement: Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Interior Features
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Fireplaces Total: 1
Exterior
Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Pond/Lake, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 5
Lot Size Dimensions: 368'x584'x268'x608
Road Surface Type: Paved
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 2116
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: 9325
Tax Legal Description: PT W1/2 NW1/4 13-14-4
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Aerator/Aerobic, Public
Location
School Information
High School: Chatham District #5
Location Information
Directions: From Cardinal Hill Rd/Pawnee Rd turn east on New City. Home is on the right
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: Buckhart, New City, Rochester
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sangamon County
APN: 30130100017
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Buckhart, New City, Rochester
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 2116
Building Area Total: 2116
Year Built: 1994
Around this home
Schools
Ball Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 7.2mi
8/10
Glenwood Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 8.8mi
7/10
Glenwood High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.5mi
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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
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7 days above 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
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2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$505,000 – $611,000
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