Looking for a private home in the woods but with all the amenities of urban life? Well, here it is, 1.44 acres. The tiny neighborhood of Northwoods is nestled in the middle of the Timber Ridge Forest Preserve where wildlife and natural beauty abounds. Large windows throughout this home fill rooms with light and provide beautiful views in all directions. The custom kitchen is complete with beautiful granite counters, table, and island. The center of the spacious living room is a wood burning fireplace with a lovely view of the pond. The sunroom with four skylights and Saltillo tile floors offers a cozy place to relax. A large primary bedroom has a separate bathroom with a walk-in shower. Three-zone radiant heating provides comfortable warmth in the winter months, central AC keeps you cool . The laundry is conveniently located upstairs. The 2 car garage is heated. A secondary heat system and a whole-house backup generator provide redundancy and peace of mind. This corner lot borders the forest preserve on two sides with a pond for both kayaking and ice skating. Chickens have a custom coop and can stay if you're interested. An expansive lawn is surrounded by paths through beautiful gardens that bloom all season long. Mature oaks and hickories provide a canopy of shade for native plants. Just down the street you'll access the Prairie Path. Recent updates include:14kW whole house backup generator, New thermal pane windows throughout, Central air and secondary heat source, Upstairs: new ceilings, carpeting, doors, trim, paint throughout, Painted exterior of house, Aluminum soffits, Natural gas heated garage, Outdoor stone fire pit, Extended underground water access. This is truly a one of a kind home that makes you feel like you're on vacation every day!
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$600,000
27W631 Elm Dr, Northwoods, IL 60185
3beds
2,743sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
1.45 Acres Lot
$644,200 Zestimate®
$219/sqft
$3,540 Estimated rent
Home value
$644,200
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tracy Bushka 630-632-0950,
HomeSmart Connect LLC,
Timothy Korinek,
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Bought with:
Carl Cho
Fathom Realty IL LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12059996
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Library, Heated Sun Room, Other Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Third
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Foyer
- Level: Second
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X24
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X8
Laundry
- Level: Third
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X8
Library
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 372 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X31
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X15
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Features
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,743 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 1.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 260.05 X 196.0 X 256.0 X 230.0
- Features: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0401103009
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Horse-Riding Trails, Lake, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Northwoods
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Northwoods
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $219/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $120,921
- Annual tax amount: $8,494
- Date on market: 5/22/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/12/2024 | Sold | $600,000+12.1%$219/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12059996 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2024 | Contingent | $535,000$195/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12059996 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $535,000+116.6%$195/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12059996 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2012 | Sold | $247,000$90/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07929782 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,315 +4% | $120,921 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $8,953 +5.4% | $110,440 +7% |
| 2022 | $8,494 +6% | $103,210 +4.3% |
| 2021 | $8,016 +1.7% | $98,940 +3.1% |
| 2020 | $7,885 +3.4% | $95,940 +5% |
| 2019 | $7,624 -8.7% | $91,360 -6.8% |
| 2018 | $8,354 +2.5% | $98,030 +5.2% |
| 2017 | $8,149 +4.1% | $93,150 +7.3% |
| 2016 | $7,826 +3.2% | $86,850 +8% |
| 2015 | $7,586 -2.4% | $80,400 -0.2% |
| 2014 | $7,773 +0.7% | $80,550 -3.5% |
| 2013 | $7,722 +0.4% | $83,500 -7.9% |
| 2012 | $7,690 -11.8% | $90,640 -20.5% |
| 2011 | $8,715 -20.8% | $114,050 -24.9% |
| 2010 | $11,000 +4% | $151,900 -4.4% |
| 2009 | $10,574 +1.3% | $158,880 |
| 2008 | $10,442 +7% | $158,880 +7.2% |
| 2007 | $9,760 +42.9% | $148,210 +43.5% |
| 2006 | $6,829 +5% | $103,290 +6.5% |
| 2005 | $6,505 +5.8% | $96,980 +6.1% |
| 2004 | $6,149 +4.1% | $91,400 +7% |
| 2003 | $5,908 +12.6% | $85,420 +11.1% |
| 2002 | $5,247 +4.1% | $76,890 +7.5% |
| 2001 | $5,039 +4.1% | $71,530 +5.3% |
| 2000 | $4,841 | $67,930 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60185
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Benjamin Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Evergreen Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 25
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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