Courtesy: Sauk Valley Properties LLC
815-288-2881
Welcome to your own private countryside retreat! Nestled on 7.3 picturesque acres just outside of town, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of rural living, recreation, and everyday convenience-with the added benefit of lower out-of-town taxes. Surrounded by mature trees and featuring beautiful lake frontage, this property is a rare opportunity for those seeking space to spread out, enjoy nature, or create a hobby farm lifestyle. The partially fenced pasture provides room for animals, gardening, or outdoor pursuits, while the lake offers a peaceful backdrop for fishing, kayaking, or simply enjoying the view. The spacious home offers approximately 3,600 square feet of living space with a flexible floor plan featuring up to five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Inside, you'll find neutral decor, tasteful updates, and generous living areas designed for both entertaining and comfortable everyday living. The impressive sunken living room showcases a striking stone fireplace that serves as the heart of the home, while the primary suite features a walk-in shower for added comfort and convenience. A dedicated hot tub room creates the perfect space to relax year-round. Outside, the possibilities continue with an attached two-car garage, whole-house generator, and 73' x 31' outbuilding complete with three overhead doors-ideal for storing equipment, recreational vehicles, boats, workshop space, or pursuing your favorite hobbies. Whether you're dreaming of living off the land, enjoying waterfront recreation, or simply escaping the hustle and bustle without sacrificing convenience, this unique property offers the lifestyle you've been searching for.
Courtesy: Crawford Realty, LLC
815-285-3444
Curb appeal from the moment you see me. Spacious home with 1690 sq ft, extra large living room with open staircase, gorgeous kitchen with beautiful cabinetry and abundance of counter space. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, beautiful deck and L shaped alley to rear and side. Large deck plus extra large patio area plus firepit area. Extra Large 2 car garage, fenced yard. Deck 2001/2002, siding 2001/2002, roof 2010. Main floor bedroom, inviting porch, furnace 2012. Porch is heated and makes for additional living space /family room/office or play area. Rear alley also extends to side of the house for easy access and convenience to garage, deck, patio and fenced yard. Much of the work throughout the home has been done by the Brumbley Brothers.
Courtesy: Compass
630-974-6750
Welcome to a truly rare property - a gorgeous fully renovated 1913 residence paired with two additional custom-built homes, creating a multi-building estate with limitless potential. Thoughtfully restored and professionally updated inside and out, the main house spans over 10,000 square feet across four beautifully finished levels and offers six bedrooms, a library office, generous living spaces, and modern systems throughout - including separate HVAC for each floor. Special care was taken during the meticulous renovation to preserve the elements of timeless character while integrating modern comfort, creating a home that remains both historic and elevated. The main level opens to a gracious foyer, original oak floors, large living and dining rooms, a dining porch, and a beautifully reimagined kitchen with quartz countertops, Wolf stove, and Subzero refrigerator. The dining porch opens to the magical stone fireplace and garden pagoda, a greenhouse-inspired structure built from historic barnwood and featuring moveable, removable sliding translucent walls and doors. Upstairs, the second floor features original wood floors and private en-suite bedrooms, including a master suite with a gas fireplace and a marble-lined, spa-inspired bathroom with a clawfoot tub and shower. This floor also houses a laundry room with two washers and dryers, a sink, and storage space. The third floor offers Hickory floors, two bedrooms, living room with gas fireplace, and bathroom with a custom Kohler double-vanity sink and marble-and-stone walk-in shower. Each bedroom includes its own vanity, and the master suite features French doors opening to a perfect small deck for watching sunrises or sunsets. The lower level, the stone cellar, is a distinctive space with bathroom, shower, custom-built Finlandia sauna, bedroom, studio kitchen, living room, workout and massage room, storage, storm shelter, and escape window. The 2,300-square-foot carriage house is its own private retreat with full kitchen, quartz countertops, living area, laundry, powder room, king suite with spa bath, and French doors leading to expansive private deck - ideal for guests, family, a creative studio, or a private office. Heated five-car garage parking sits below. Across the main drive is the exquisite 3,200-square-foot cottage. This light-filled, vaulted-ceiling home features an open-design kitchen with quartz countertops and a dining area, as well as full-length front and back decks. The second floor includes a large primary king bedroom with a catwalk leading to an open-air office and sitting room. The lower level comprises garden-style windows for light and emergency exits, custom-built room-length desk, living room, laundry, marble-tiled bathroom with shower, bedroom, concrete storage and storm shelter. The grounds are an enchanted, private sanctuary featuring a small greenhouse, water garden with koi pond and waterfall, flowing creek, yoga lawn, fruit trees, and native and herb garden. The property is offered largely furnished and is move-in ready, making an effortless transition as a turnkey residence, second home, hospitality hybrid business, multi-generational living, or divided lots. Discover countless cozy spots inside and out to rest and renew in this friendly, beautiful, quiet Midwestern community in the Rock River Valley; a one-of-a-kind offering.
Franklin Grove is located in Illinois. Franklin Grove, Illinois has a population of 1,008. Franklin Grove is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 38.35% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 27.63%.
The median household income in Franklin Grove, Illinois is $50,302. The median household income for the surrounding county is $62,250 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Franklin Grove is 41.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 11.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 36.8 inches per year, with 26.2 inches of snow per year.
