"2.59 ACRE AWE-INSPIRING SANTUARY in SYCAMORE" presents a park-like wooded rural setting with winding creek, nature walking path, circular brick paver patio, upper level deck with gas hook-up for grilling, abundant landscaping & eye catching illuminating up-lighting! Experience this breathtaking retreat while welcoming its everyday wildlife, sunrises, sunsets & nature's very own tranquility. DELIGHT IN OUTDOOR LIVING AT ITS FINEST! This custom all-brick home showcases approximately 6,144 total finished sq. ft. including the lower level "lookout deep pour" finished basement. The inviting 2-story foyer displays curved white spindled grand staircase, dentil crown moldings, elaborate chandelier & dramatic window display. Living room has an elegant ceiling design. Formal dining room hosts ornate chandelier with lampshades, tray ceiling & Hunter Douglas blinds. The Great Room 2-story brick masonry fireplace comes equipped with gas lit logs, abundant recessed lighting, transom windows & gleaming new hardwood flooring, while upper level bridge walkway overlooks into the heart of this lovely home. Gorgeous new white quartz countertops, white backsplash & 6 windows for optimum backyard viewing set the ambiance in this chef's delight kitchen. Dacor built-in double convection ovens, Dacor 6-burner stove top, two drawer Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, prep sink in island/breakfast bar & transitional light fixture enhance this very spacious cooking space. There is a butler's station with bar sink & open glass shelving to accommodate all your special gatherings. Laundry center & drop zone space is located near the kitchen with more quartz countertop, utility sink, new white cabinetry, free floating wood shelving, GE washer & dryer; offering side yard access. Did you know that this floorplan has a 1st floor bedroom & full bath? Perfect for a 1st level bedroom & bath need, visiting guests or another home office/e-learning space! Double doors open into the primary upper level suite with tray ceiling, built-in entertainment cabinet, granite vanity tops, 2 sinks, Kohler fixtures, walk-in glass shower, step up whirlpool tub & a 2-way 21'x9' walk-in closet... a spa-like retreat indeed! Another set of solid double doors lead you to an office, reading suite or additional bedroom... you decide! Shared bathroom serves the other bedrooms with Kohler tub/shower surround, 2 sinks & linen closet. The custom finished lower level is impressive! This full lookout deep pour basement showcases a 17' wet bar with concrete & stone countertop, wine racks, glass display shelving, Kohler sink, dishwasher & beverage frig. Gorgeous Italian porcelain tile flooring, detailed millwork & lots of recessed lighting will amaze! Family Room boasts 2nd brick fireplace with gas lit logs. Game alcove, office or exercise room w/ treadmill & private 4th bath with Kohler pedestal sink complete the custom finished lower level recreation area. Dual energy efficient heating & cooling units, new tankless water heater, & whole house Generac 12,000 kilowatt generator complete this value packed home. Nestled in the rural Sunflower Knoll custom community, this all-brick contemporary home on 2.59 acres is a rare find and is in pristine condition! Imagine yourself in this country-like community while experiencing a high quality lifestyle. You will enjoy easy access to the thriving downtown Sycamore, schools, parks, forest preserves, restaurants, golf course, park district community center, shopping, bars & coffee shops, with just a short drive to Northwestern Hospital & national chain stores & service centers. "Life offers more in Sycamore!"
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$749,000
1534 Sunflower Dr S, Sycamore, IL 60178
5beds
6,144sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
2.59 Acres Lot
$824,900 Zestimate®
$122/sqft
$4,288 Estimated rent
Home value
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Spa-like retreatBrick masonry fireplaceElegant ceiling designAbundant landscapingRecessed lightingWhite quartz countertopsWinding creek
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Listed by:
Kelly Miller 815-757-0123,
Hometown Realty Group
Bought with:
Kelly Miller
Hometown Realty Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12117938
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Office, Great Room, Game Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Walk In Closet
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X20
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Shades)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bar entertainment
- Level: Basement
- Area: 380 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 38X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 570 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X19
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 392 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X14
Great room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X18
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 513 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X19
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned, Other, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Egress Window,Partial Exposure,9 ft + pour,Concrete,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full,Daylight
- Attic: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,359
- Total interior livable area: 6,144 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,934
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 2.59 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Water Rights, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Level, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 0619403001
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Air Purifier, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Water Rights, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Sycamore
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $122/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $581,856
- Annual tax amount: $13,088
- Date on market: 7/22/2024
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/14/2025 | Sold | $749,000-0.1%$122/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117938 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2025 | Pending sale | $749,500$122/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117938 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2025 | Contingent | $749,500$122/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117938 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $749,500$122/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117938 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2024 | Contingent | $749,500$122/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117938 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $749,500-4.5%$122/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11912914 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11864517 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $785,000-1.8%$128/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11491349 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2021 | Listed for sale | $799,500$130/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11166850 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,331 +1.9% | $193,952 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $13,089 +5.3% | $177,109 +9% |
| 2022 | $12,430 +4.1% | $162,440 +6.5% |
| 2021 | $11,945 +1.5% | $152,497 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $11,764 +2% | $148,749 +2.2% |
| 2019 | $11,538 +1.9% | $145,490 +3.1% |
| 2018 | $11,318 +2.7% | $141,074 +4.1% |
| 2017 | $11,025 -1.5% | $135,491 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $11,192 | $129,310 +6.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $121,703 +5.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $115,566 -1.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $117,780 -5.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $125,045 -9.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $137,882 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $145,200 -18.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $178,166 +3.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $171,544 +4.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $163,563 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $151,855 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60178
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10North Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Sycamore Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Sycamore High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Sycamore Middle School
- High: Sycamore High School
- District: 427
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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- DeKalb County
- Sycamore
- 60178
- 1534 Sunflower Dr S
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