Courtesy: Swanson Real Estate
815-786-9418
Move-in ready and full of updates, this charming two-bedroom, one-bath ranch home offers comfort, functionality, and shows the previous owners pride in the home throughout. BEAUTIFULLY maintained hardwood floors and an updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops create a warm and inviting living space ready for its next owner. The full basement provides excellent storage and offers potential for additional finished living space, with plumbing options available for a second bathroom. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a covered porch and spacious deck, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. The deep one car garage is equipped with both heat and air conditioning, that is great for parking, hobbies, or workspace needs. Recent updates include new windows (2022), garage door opener (2026), bathroom toilet and sink (2021), central air conditioning (2017), and roof and siding (2016). This well-maintained home is being sold as-is and presents a wonderful opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready property with room for future expansion.
Courtesy: Real Broker LLC
217-960-8605
This charming 3-story home offers space, character, and modern updates throughout. Features include hardwood floors, original woodwork, leaded glass windows, pocket doors, and a stunning staircase. With 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a spacious family room with backyard access, there's room for everyone. Recent updates include newer siding, roof, furnace, water heater, plumbing, electrical, and vinyl windows. Situated on a double lot with a 2.5-car garage and easy access to Route 39, this home is a must-see!
Courtesy: ListWithFreedom.com
855-456-4945
Turn of the century Victorian. Well preserved example of elegant style, function and craftmanship. Built in 1903, this classic example of an American Four Square Home design stands on an excellent piece of property within the village limits. Big Beautiful corner lot (100w x 167d - about .4 acres) setting with lots of mature shade trees. It has a concrete RV pad, a very convenient pull through driveway serving an extra deep and extra wide two-car garage. A Picket fence and egress columns round out the landscaping. Big front porch leads into classic foyer and beyond. Stunning carpentry features abound. Brilliant original Golden Oak hardwood floors in splendid condition. Stunning woodwork and features such as a built-in boot bench, columned half-walls and paneling, built-in cabinets from floor to ceiling, and an open spindled turning staircase. Bead board, pocket doors, and stained glass window. Clawfoot tub in the classic primary bathroom, original light fixtures and beveled glass front door. Elegant Formal Dining Room with "pass-through" cabinets to Cook's Kitchen with all original cabinets from floor to ceiling. Many design and decorative features of a period home. Big, original functioning double hung windows let the sun flood the living space and give great views to the landscape beyond. High efficiency Central Gas Furnace(3 yrs.) and central A/C and five fireplaces located throughout. Two big bedrooms with walk-in closets and one smaller, (perfect for nursery or home office). A large deck serves for relaxing BBQing and entertaining and joins the house to the garage. Big backyard to play and to entertain in. Full height divided basement with two large workshop areas with plenty of shelving and storage area and a wood burning fireplace. Very convenient second floor laundry and a full bank linen closet. Bonus Floor Space Attic: About another 900 square feet of very usable and enjoyable space that is great as den, study, entertainment or exercise room, with a fireplace and three skylights mounted in the high pitched roof and working dormer window over the stair landing. Mudroom with a half-bath leads to a large deck outback for BBQing, relaxing, and entertaining. Very private feeling backyard with lots of room to gather and enjoy time outdoors. Great small town lifestyle with all the tranquility, security and friendliness you might expect. Great community ties, clubs and functions and close to the highway. Good schools, local amenities and nearby beautiful Shabbona State Park for camping, fishing, boating, hiking etc. Come see this offering for a closer look at this fine example of classic American Four Square Victorian turn of the century architecture.
Courtesy: Gaines Realty
815-627-8841
SPACIOUS ONE BEDROOM/ONE BATHROOM (with potential for expansion!) PLUS ONE BEDROOM/ONE BATHROOM GUEST HOUSE!! Large lot with plenty of room to add and customize to your needs! Welcome to Great Oak Haven--A modern and cozy home designed with intentions of serenity, simplicity, and efficiency! Every corner of this property has been carefully curated, and from the charming garden pathway to the light and airy ambience that fills the house, that thoughtfulness and attention to detail truly shines! The main floor of the home is a combined living space featuring sleek and modern concrete floors and countertops. The full bathroom is also located on the main floor, and the entire level is outfitted with radiant heat in the flooring to keep everything warm through the winter! Every inch of space is put to good use with plenty of storage, including a large pantry under the stairs. The kitchen is ready for all your cooking needs--including a new convection oven/microwave/air fryer unit and ample cabinet space! Step upstairs to the sun-filled loft style master bedroom, with plenty of room for a home office, a large walk in closet, or whatever else you may need! The oversized windows allow for amazing natural light and beautiful views all year long. Enjoy the beautiful backyard in the shade of the Great Oak that gives this property its namesake! Filled with luscious greenery, the yard also features a fish pond that fills the space with relaxing water sounds and also a large workshop/garden shed that has potential for anything you need! In addition to the main house, this property offers a separate 1 bedroom/1 bathroom home with a kitchenette and charming front porch! Perfect for family, guests, or extra space you might need! This property would also be great as two rental units; or live in one house and enjoy extra income while renting out the other! Come see this unique and peaceful retreat for yourself--it is truly one of a kind and ready for you to make it your own!
Courtesy: Swanson Real Estate
815-786-9418
Business owner retiring-offering a rare commercial real estate investment opportunity to reimagine this well-maintained, income-producing property for your next venture or portfolio expansion. Currently operating as a long-standing daycare and preschool, this versatile mixed-use property is primed for transformation with multiple high-value exit strategies. Ideally positioned for commercial mixed-use zoning potential, continue operating a business while incorporating comfortable residential living quarters. Investors will appreciate the ability to convert into a multi-unit income property, with potential for 2-3 rental units utilizing the existing footprint, strategic bathroom enhancements, an existing 2nd-floor apartment, and an exterior-access finished basement-ideal for separate tenant entry and rental flexibility. Alternatively, reimagine the property as a multi-family investment property or fully deconvert into a spacious single-family home, perfectly suited for multi-generational living with defined separation, privacy, and flexible floorplan options to accommodate extended family or dual living needs. Set on two village lots, the property features a fenced yard, a blacktop half basketball court, and ample outdoor space for expansion, recreation, or value-add improvements. The oversized barn/garage offers exceptional storage, workshop, or contractor space, complemented by an attached one-car garage currently utilized by the tenant. Meticulously maintained with consistent interior updates since 1992, this is a rare opportunity for investors, developers, or owner-occupants to secure a flexible, high-potential property with strong income-producing capability, redevelopment upside, and long-term ROI potential.
Courtesy: eXp Realty - Geneva
630-262-3720
Set on a peaceful stretch of countryside, this property delivers the space, flexibility, and lifestyle today's buyers are craving-without sacrificing comfort or thoughtful design. A long private drive sets the tone, leading you to a welcoming home framed by a classic wraparound porch-perfect for morning coffee, evening sunsets, and taking in the quiet beauty of the surrounding landscape. Inside, you'll find a home that blends warmth with functionality. Rich hardwood floors flow throughout the main living areas, while vaulted ceilings and oversized windows flood the space with natural light, creating an open and inviting atmosphere. A formal living room with French doors offers the ideal setting for a private office or quiet retreat. The kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring custom cabinetry, generous storage, and seamless flow into the formal dining room-perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Just off the kitchen, a charming three-season porch provides a cozy extension of your living space. The main-level bedroom offers convenient access to a full bath, while two additional bedrooms share a well-appointed second full bathroom. A dedicated office with built-ins and a spacious laundry room further enhance the home's functionality. Thoughtfully designed with ease of living in mind, the home features wider hallways and doorways along with a step-in shower-creating a layout that supports both everyday comfort and long-term flexibility. Upstairs, a large open flex space offers endless possibilities-whether you envision additional bedrooms, a playroom, or a private retreat-along with two unfinished nooks ready to be customized. The unfinished lower level already includes a full bathroom and egress window, providing the perfect foundation for a future recreation room, guest suite, or in-law arrangement. This home also offers peace of mind with key mechanical updates already in place, including a roof replaced in 2021, furnace installed in 2026, central air updated in 2022, water heater (2003), water softener (2020), and sump pump (2026). Additional features include a private well (2003), septic system (2003), and a 200-amp electrical service-supporting both everyday living and future expansion. Outside is where this property truly stands apart. Set on 6.3 acres, the land offers incredible potential for hobby farming, animals, recreation, or simply wide-open space to enjoy. The impressive 28x38 outbuilding features two overhead doors, a heated workshop, and a finished upper level complete with a rec room and two additional rooms-ideal for guests, hobbies, or a home-based business. A charming chicken coop/playhouse adds character and flexibility, while a fenced area accommodates trailers or equipment, and a 16x10 shed provides additional storage. Located in the charming village of Paw Paw, this home offers the best of small-town living with a strong sense of community, local parks, and easy access to surrounding towns and major routes. Despite its peaceful setting, the home offers a rare blend of privacy and connection, with local amenities like the library and post office just moments away. Whether you're seeking space, versatility, or a property that can evolve with your needs, this one delivers on every level.
Paw Paw is located in Illinois. Paw Paw, Illinois has a population of 934. Paw Paw is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 26.61% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 27.63%.
The median household income in Paw Paw, Illinois is $52,466. 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 Paw Paw is 35 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 11.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 36.5 inches per year, with 28.1 inches of snow per year.
