Sitting high above Bull Valley on over 8 fenced acres is this gem of a property! Adjoining the Bull Valley Riding Trails, the property features a 3,600+sf ranch home with a 50x35 barn and pasture. The home, built in 1975, remains a nod to the days of yesteryear. Ready for your creativity and updates, this is an incredible opportunity to bring your dreams to life in an iconic home! Entering through the double front doors, off the circle drive, you're welcomed into the generously sized living room with floor-to-cathedral ceiling windows and sliding glass doors that reveal amazing views. The floor-to-ceiling rustic random-rubble masonry fireplace is a focal point for both the living room and dining room. A charming den/library features one of the other three fireplaces, surrounded by shelving and walls of windows. With five bedrooms, four full baths plus an expansive kitchen with low breakfast bar seating around the island, this home provides easy one level living. Adding to the charm and convenience are the oversized beamed cathedral ceilings, skylights, wet bar, main floor laundry, whole house vac, 3+ car attached and heated garage, full basement, security system, and new decks. There are two furnaces, a/c's and water heaters plus a new whole house water filtration system. The barn has five box stalls and plenty of extra storage space for toys. This home and property are a pleasure to visit, ready for your ideas to make it your own! Home is being sold as-is with no repairs.
New
$725,000
8605 Bull Valley Rd, Bull Valley, IL 60098
5beds
3,608sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
8.55 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Floor-to-cathedral ceiling windowsCircle driveWet barWhole house vacOversized beamed cathedral ceilingsMain floor laundryFive bedrooms
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Listed by:
Kim McCallister Kruse, ABR,E-PRO,GRI,SFR (815)338-7111,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12793793
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Bedroom 5
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Den
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X20
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X18
Heating
- Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Indv Controls
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Oven, Water Softener Owned, Electric Cooktop, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings
- Doors: Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, More than one, Living Room, Basement, Den/Library
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,216
- Total interior livable area: 3,608 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Gravel, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Door Width 32 Inches or More, Bath Grab Bars, Main Level Entry, Ramp - Main Level, Wheelchair Accessible, Wheelchair Ramp(s), Accessible Washer/Dryer, Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 607x535x557x662
- Features: Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Pasture
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), RV/Boat Storage, Stable(s), Box Stalls
- Parcel number: 1301300025
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Intercom, Water-Softener Owned, Central Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
- Horse amenities: Paddocks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Details
- Builder model: Custom
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Horse-Riding Trails
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Bull Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $764,343
- Annual tax amount: $18,150
- Date on market: 11/4/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000$201/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12793793 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,150 +2.8% | $254,781 +10.7% |
| 2024 | $17,652 +3.6% | $230,092 +10.6% |
| 2023 | $17,037 +4.8% | $208,078 +12.7% |
| 2022 | $16,251 +4.1% | $184,663 +7% |
| 2021 | $15,613 +2.9% | $172,534 +5.2% |
| 2020 | $15,173 | $163,944 -0.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $164,731 +1.7% |
| 2018 | $15,316 +1.7% | $162,000 +6.2% |
| 2017 | $15,055 +4.8% | $152,471 +8% |
| 2016 | $14,368 | $141,177 -14.9% |
| 2013 | $14,368 | $165,973 -15.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $196,902 -9.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $216,655 -5.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $229,580 |
| 2008 | -- | $229,580 +10% |
| 2006 | -- | $208,732 +13% |
| 2005 | $12,636 +4% | $184,735 +6.3% |
| 2004 | $12,149 -0.9% | $173,819 +1% |
| 2003 | $12,265 +3.7% | $172,029 +2.7% |
| 2002 | $11,832 +2.6% | $167,557 +2.5% |
| 2001 | $11,532 +5.7% | $163,438 +3.7% |
| 2000 | $10,913 | $157,561 |
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Neighborhood: 60098
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Olson Elementary School
- Middle: Northwood Middle School
- High: Woodstock North High School
- District: 200
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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