Set on a rare double lot totaling nearly four acres, with BRAND NEW SIDING, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers endless potential. Inside you'll find a bright living room & dining room, spacious country kitchen with pantry, breakfast bar and newer appliances (2023) including a cooktop and built in oven. The main level offers two bedrooms and a full bath, while the second floor includes two additional bedrooms and another full bath. An unfinished basement offers room to expand along with a large laundry area with sink. The oversized 1-car attached garage adds everyday convenience. Outside the property features 12 fruit trees, a greenhouse and a 48x72 Morton shop building with a wood burner. The front portion is insulated and can be closed off from the rear storage area, making it perfect for a workshop, hobby space, or additional storage. Brand new siding (April 2026), brand new windows were installed in 2025 and the home also has completely paid off solar panels. This property is a unique opportunity to enjoy modern updates, tranquility and with the space to make it your own.
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$360,000
1519 State Route 251, Steward, IL 60553
4beds
1,704sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
3.89 Acres Lot
$360,400 Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$1,837 Estimated rent
Home value
$360,400
Estimated sales range
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Listing courtesy of:
Beverly Callison (224)699-5002,
Redfin Corporation,
Kevin Callison 630-327-5209,
Redfin Corporation
Bought with:
Michael Kuhlman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12615831
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet, Country Kitchen), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 495 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X45
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Crawl Space,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,704 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
Lot
- Size: 3.89 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Greenhouse, Outbuilding
- Additional parcels included: 17053530000700
- Parcel number: 17053530000500
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Street Paved
Location
- Region: Steward
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Sold | $360,000$211/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12615831 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $360,000$211/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12615831 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Contingent | $360,000$211/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12615831 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $360,000$211/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12615831 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Listing removed | $360,000$211/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12599309 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $360,000+143.2%$211/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12599309 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2016 | Sold | $148,000$87/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09114053 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,801 +12.1% | $63,181 +15% |
| 2023 | $3,391 +3.6% | $54,940 +8.9% |
| 2022 | $3,274 +6% | $50,432 +8% |
| 2021 | $3,087 | $46,696 +3% |
| 2020 | -- | $45,336 +2.2% |
| 2019 | $2,994 +10.4% | $44,377 +9% |
| 2018 | $2,710 -0.3% | $40,701 +3% |
| 2017 | $2,718 -3.2% | $39,515 |
| 2016 | $2,808 -2.7% | $39,515 |
| 2015 | $2,886 -7.3% | $39,515 -6% |
| 2014 | $3,115 -4.1% | $42,055 -3% |
| 2013 | $3,249 +0.1% | $43,356 -2% |
| 2012 | $3,247 | $44,241 |
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Neighborhood: 60553
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Steward Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 4.2 mi
- 5/10Rochelle Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Steward Elementary School
- Middle: Steward Elementary School
- High: Rochelle Township High School
- District: 220
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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