Discover the untapped potential of 1513 N Route 23 in Marengo, IL-a ranch home set on a vast 22-acre canvas, ripe for transformation. This diamond-in-the-rough offers the perfect blend of residential living and agricultural promise. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms, a living room anchored by a fireplace, and a full bathroom-all awaiting your creative vision. The expansive, unfinished basement is a renovator's dream, offering a blank slate for additional living quarters, a workshop, or ample storage. The property itself is a mix of 5 acres of untouched woodland and 14 acres of tillable land, currently leased for seasonal income. A utilitarian machine shed stands ready for equipment storage or a creative revamp. While structurally sound, this home is a fixer-upper's paradise, brimming with opportunities for customization and updates. Ideal for investors, DIY enthusiasts, or those seeking a rustic retreat to make their own, this property is a rare gem. Don't miss this unique chance to craft your dream estate from the ground up.
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$375,000
1513 N State Route 23, Marengo, IL 60152
3beds
1,176sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
22 Acres Lot
$483,100 Zestimate®
$319/sqft
$2,061 Estimated rent
Home value
$483,100
$377,000 - $599,000
$2,061/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shawn Strach, GRI,PSA,SFR 815-790-0833,
Dream Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Dulce Carrillo
Midwest SignatureProperties Co
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11896399
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Mud Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 22 Acres
- Dimensions: 809X1282X290X300X268X300X350X1280
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Utility Building(s)
- Parcel number: 1111200005
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Masonite
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Details
- Builder model: RANCH
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Marengo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $319/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $3,989
- Date on market: 9/28/2023
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/8/2023 | Sold | $375,000-6.2%$319/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11896399 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2023 | Pending sale | $399,900$340/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11896399 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $399,900-9.1%$340/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11896399 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11847991 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $439,900$374/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11847991 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Neighborhood: 60152
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ulysses S Grant Intermediate SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 4.4 mi
- 5/10Marengo Community Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 8/10Marengo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Marengo High School
- District: 165
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 1513 N State Route 23
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