Strategic, High-Visibility 6.3-Acre Site with Move-In Ready Home on US Highway 41. DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS OR VISIT THE PROPERTY WITHOUT A CONFIRMED APPOINTMENT. Tenants and large guard dogs are on site; all showings require advance notice. Positioned perfectly on a high-visibility transit corridor, this rare 6.3-acre parcel offers a premier opportunity combined with a turnkey residential estate. Located on US Highway 41 in Wadsworth, Illinois, this strategic site sits less than an hour's drive from both downtown Chicago and Milwaukee. This property delivers immense versatile value. Property features buildable land, giving buyers the opportunity to build a much larger custom home while using the existing house as a secondary residence or guest cottage. Complete with extensive vehicle storage, this property offers an unparalleled rural lifestyle with immense future development potential and perfect metropolitan access. Secure a premium footprint with robust residential utility today. High-Visibility Corridor: Premium exposure on US Highway 41, a major regional transit artery seeing increased interest and local zoning evolutions. Exceptional Topography: Approximately 2.5 acres of beautiful, mature woodland at the rear that overlooks the surrounding scenic Wadsworth Prairie Nature Preserve area. Seamless Logistics: Prime Highway 41 Location: Enjoy the peace of a rural home with unmatched regional connectivity. The property offers direct, effortless access to Highway 41. Dual-City Commute: Ideally situated for commuters, business owners, or travelers. You can be in both downtown Chicago and downtown Milwaukee within a convenient one-hour drive! The Best of Both Worlds: Perfect for buyers who want an independent, self-sufficient acreage while remaining securely connected to major metropolitan hubs, airports, and corporate centers. Buildable Acreage: The expansive 6.3-acre parcel features premium, buildable terrain with ample space to construct a significantly larger custom luxury estate or a multi-generational family compound. Flexible Living Options: Live comfortably in the existing 2,664 sq. ft. country home while you build your dream estate deeper on the acreage, or keep the current home as a premium guest house or multi-generational residence. Turnkey Country Estate: Features a well-maintained 2,664 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residential home equipped with a partially finished basement. Ample Parking & Storage: Includes a 2-car detached garage and separate 1 car garage. Outfitted with a private well and septic system, keeping overhead low. Private Trails: The back acreage includes a private, established trail system winding through the woods, directly at the property line. Private tours are available by appointment only to protect our time and tenants. All prospective buyers must present Proof of funds or bank approval letter, required before any physical tour. To Schedule a Tour: Please contact the owner directly at 224-772-9144 or 40755us41@gmail.com.
For sale by owner
$799,999
40755 N Us Highway 41, Wadsworth, IL 60083
3beds
2,664sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1959
6 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$300/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially finished basement
What the owner loves about this home
The owner of 40755 N US Highway 41 in Wadsworth, Illinois, loves the private 6.3-acre setting surrounded by the Wadsworth Prairie Nature Preserve, offering total seclusion with a wooded stream and abundant wildlife, paired with a cozy cedar family room and a convenient location.
- 36 days
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Listed by:
Property Owner (224) 772-9144
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air
Cooling
- Central
Features
- Basement: Partially finished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,664 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Attached, Garage - Detached
Lot
- Size: 6 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0321200017
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Wadsworth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $300/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $469,784
- Annual tax amount: $14,054
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,786/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,999+82.7%$300/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/29/2022 | Pending sale | $437,900+0.4%$164/sqft |
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| 6/28/2022 | Sold | $436,000-0.4%$164/sqft |
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| 5/20/2022 | Pending sale | $437,900$164/sqft |
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| 5/20/2022 | Contingent | $437,900$164/sqft |
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| 5/13/2022 | Price change | $437,900-2.7%$164/sqft |
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| 4/22/2022 | Price change | $449,900-2.2%$169/sqft |
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| 3/29/2022 | Price change | $459,900-2.1%$173/sqft |
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| 3/13/2022 | Listed for sale | $469,900+64.9%$176/sqft |
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| 6/29/2001 | Sold | $285,000$107/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,054 +5.4% | $159,554 +1.9% |
| 2023 | $13,335 -5.1% | $156,579 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $14,050 +12.7% | $142,787 +11.1% |
| 2021 | $12,463 +3.8% | $128,493 +12.6% |
| 2020 | $12,012 +5.5% | $114,105 +4.1% |
| 2019 | $11,381 +3.2% | $109,579 -2.3% |
| 2018 | $11,029 | $112,213 +1.9% |
| 2017 | $11,029 +9.3% | $110,132 +3.5% |
| 2016 | $10,087 +4.9% | $106,449 +5.9% |
| 2015 | $9,612 +6.2% | $100,528 +12% |
| 2014 | $9,055 +2.8% | $89,757 -1.6% |
| 2012 | $8,809 -8.9% | $91,254 -25.1% |
| 2011 | $9,674 +3.8% | $121,858 -5.3% |
| 2010 | $9,319 +11.1% | $128,722 -5% |
| 2009 | $8,388 -1.6% | $135,496 -3.2% |
| 2008 | $8,520 +26% | $139,955 +23.4% |
| 2006 | $6,761 +8.4% | $113,405 |
| 2005 | $6,240 -1.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $6,342 | -- |
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