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Sycamore,IL 60178
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,546 sqft
Price per Sqft $173
MLS Listing ID 12328297
Style Ranch
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
Year Built 1971
Annual Tax Amount $15,839
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 4.620 Acres
Lot Dimensions 393.3 X 1246.3 X 141.9 X 1047.7
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Unicorns do exist! Enjoy country living at its finest! This truly one-of-a-kind property offers exceptional flexibility, privacy, and modern comfort on 4.62 scenic acres. In 2022, the home's footprint was nearly doubled with a thoughtfully designed new ranch-style addition-creating not just extra space, but a highly functional layout ideal for a variety of living arrangements. Rather than a typical in-law suite, this home features a completely self-contained secondary residence, seamlessly connected to the main house by a shared third garage. This unique configuration offers the benefits of both proximity and independence, making it perfectly suited for extended household needs, private guest accommodations, or professional live-in support. With 3,546 square feet of above-ground living space-and 4,604 square feet including the beautifully finished basement-there's no shortage of room to spread out. The original 1971 ranch home now features modern updates throughout, while the new addition is built on a slab foundation with all NEW mechanicals and finishes, including: * NEW septic system * NEW well * NEW appliances * NEW American Standard HVAC with air purification * NEW Bradford White tankless water heater * NEW Trane air handler * NEW insulation, electrical, and plumbing throughout * NEW concrete driveway and expansive deck * NEW roof and updated bathrooms Enjoy picturesque views of mature trees, a freshly stocked pond, and direct access to the beautiful Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve. Relax year-round in your outdoor hot tub or entertain from the privacy of your oversized rear deck. Located just 4 minutes from downtown Burlington and 10 minutes from Sycamore shopping, this private retreat blends modern convenience with peaceful, rural charm. Whether you're seeking space for multi-functional living, guest privacy, or flexible long-term accommodations, this property delivers unmatched versatility in a stunning natural setting. Sycamore continues to invest in its future with infrastructure improvements and family-focused amenities, such as the modernization of community parks, walking trails, and playgrounds spearheaded by the Sycamore Park District. Residents enjoy a vibrant calendar of events, including the iconic Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, boutique shopping and dining in the historic downtown, and a warm, neighborly atmosphere. Located just minutes from the dynamic Fox Valley corridor, this part of Kane County allows for easy access to quality schools, and outdoor recreation.
Location
State IL
County Kane
Community Horse-Riding Trails,Lake
Rooms
Basement Finished,Egress Window,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Stone/Rock,Storage Space,Daylight,Full
Interior
Interior Features 1st Floor Bedroom,In-Law Floorplan,1st Floor Full Bath,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Open Floorplan,Granite Counters
Heating Electric,Forced Air
Cooling Central Air,Electric
Flooring Hardwood,Laminate,Wood
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning,Gas Starter
Fireplace Y
Laundry Main Level,In Unit,Multiple Locations
Exterior
Exterior Feature Hot Tub,Fire Pit,Dock
Garage Spaces 3.0
View Y/N true
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Lot Description Nature Preserve Adjacent,Wooded,Rear of Lot,Mature Trees,Backs to Public GRND,Backs to Open Grnd,Backs to Trees/Woods,Level,Views
Story 1 Story
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Structure Type Brick,Cedar
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Howard B Thomas Grade School
Middle Schools Central Middle School
High Schools Central High School
School District 301,301,301
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition Standard