Escape to the country without sacrificing comfort in this beautifully updated farmette on nearly 5 acres within the highly sought-after Dakota School District. Rich in character and thoughtfully improved, this one-of-a-kind property combines historic farmhouse charm with modern updates and exceptional outbuildings. Step inside through one of two enclosed porchesâ??perfect for mudrooms, sunrooms, or additional living spaceâ??and discover a warm, inviting interior featuring tall ceilings, leaded-glass accent window, fresh paint, new flooring, and newly carpeted stairs. Spacious living and dining rooms are filled with natural light from oversized picture windows and enhanced by a custom built-in. The kitchen blends timeless appeal with everyday convenience, offering an original vintage farmhouse sink and stainless steel appliances. A remodeled bathroom showcases rustic barnwood accents, adding to the home's distinctive charm. Outside, the possibilities are endless. A peaceful creek winds through the pasture, creating a picturesque setting for the private camping area and newly added fire pit. The property is ready for hobby farming with a working chicken coop complete with electricity and ample room for animals, horses, gardens, or recreational use. Three powered outbuildings provide incredible flexibility: â?¢ 60' x 40' Hay Barn with a newer roof, basement, updated electrical service, and new water heater â?¢ 32' x 40' Machine Shop featuring new barn doors, wood-burning heater, 100/240-amp electrical service, and a nearby water hydrant â?¢ 40' x 60' Shop Building with electricity and large sliding doors Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, equestrian property, workshop space, homestead, or simply room to roam, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of functionality, privacy, and scenic country House is being sold "AS IS"
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Dakota is located in Illinois. Dakota, Illinois has a population of 677. Dakota is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 24.31% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 22.59%.
The median household income in Dakota, Illinois is $61,696. The median household income for the surrounding county is $53,806 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Dakota is 32.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 10.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 37.1 inches per year, with 36 inches of snow per year.
