Courtesy: Keller Williams Infinity
815-267-1158
Some homes offer ACREAGE and others offer PRIVACY, but this one gives you both. Nestled on 5.26 WOODED ACRES with HOG CREEK winding through the back of the property, this custom home offers the peaceful country setting in Grundy County. Mature trees surround the home, creating privacy on every side while oversized windows fill the interior with NATURAL LIGHT. Step inside to an impressive TWO-STORY GREAT ROOM where soaring ceilings, rich HARDWOOD FLOORS, an OPEN STAIRCASE with oak railings, and brick wood-burning fireplace create a warm and inviting gathering space. Walls of windows frame the wooded views and bring the outdoors in, while the OPEN LAYOUT connects effortlessly to the dining areas and kitchen. The kitchen features QUARTZ countertops, a MARBLE backsplash, custom cabinetry, all STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, generous workspace, a drop-in sink, and an OVERSIZED PANTRY. The breakfast nook's bay window overlooks the backyard, making every meal feel connected to nature. The MAIN-FLOOR PRIMARY SUITE offers a quiet retreat with a vaulted tray ceiling, bay window sitting area, two closets, including a walk-in closet, and a spacious ensuite with dual vanities, a corner whirlpool tub, separate walk-in shower, and private water closet. A MAIN-FLOOR OFFICE with French doors can easily serve as a 5TH BEDROOM, while 1ST FLOOR LAUNDRY adds everyday convenience. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large bonus room currently used as a bedroom, offering flexible space for guests, hobbies, a playroom, or home office. The FULL BASEMENT features 8.59-foot ceilings and is already plumbed for a future full bathroom, providing outstanding potential for additional finished living space. Outside is where this property truly shines. Relax on the COVERED FRONT PORCH, COVERED SIDE PORCH, or brand-new COMPOSITE DECK or gather around the FIRE PIT while overlooking mature woods and the peaceful waters of Hog Creek. It's a setting that feels private, yet you're only approximately 13 miles from downtown Morris. The 48' x 30' HEATED POLE BUILDING with 12' ceilings offers incredible flexibility with propane heat, two oversized overhead doors 10'W x 11'H, office space, loft storage, and room for vehicles, woodworking, a workshop or recreational equipment. An attached two-car garage, large concrete driveway, and additional wood storage shed provide even more functionality. Recent improvements include a HVAC, heat pump, quartz countertops, kitchen appliances, composite deck all in the last 2 years. Additional features include a high-efficiency HVAC featuring a heat pump with propane back up, on-demand tankless water heater, reverse osmosis system connected to the kitchen sink and refrigerator, hardwood flooring throughout the main level, brand-new carpet (2024), Starlink satellite equipment that stays with the property. Located in the SENECA SCHOOL DISTRICT, this is a rare opportunity to own a country home with acreage, a wooded property with a creek, and a heated pole building, all in one exceptional property. Opportunities that combine this level of privacy, natural beauty, functional space, and convenience don't come along often. Reach out to schedule a private showing.
Courtesy: Keller Williams Infinity
815-267-1158
COUNTRY LIVING * OUTBUILDING * INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this 3-BEDROOM, 1-BATH COUNTRY HOME situated on a .36-ACRE LOT surrounded by OPEN FARMLAND, PEACEFUL VIEWS, and BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS. This home was once a SCHOOL HOUSE W/ FLAG STONE FOUNDATION. 1.5-STORY HOME offers a MAIN-LEVEL BEDROOM, MAIN-FLOOR LAUNDRY, EAT-IN KITCHEN, OFFICE SPACE, ATTIC STORAGE, and two generously sized upstairs bedrooms, each featuring WALK-IN CLOSETS. Outside, you'll appreciate the 30' x 40' OUTBUILDING with CONCRETE Floor built in 2016, providing approximately 1,200 SQ FT of valuable storage, workshop, hobby, or equipment space. Enjoy the quiet country setting with fresh air, wide-open views, and very few neighboring properties in sight. The home does need work and is being offered as an opportunity for INVESTORS, HANDYMEN, CASH BUYERS, or anyone looking to build sweat equity. Utilities are currently on and the home is occupied. Heating has always been provided by space heaters. A ductless Mini Split would be perfect here. Roof is approximately 20 years old. If you've been searching for an affordable country property with a large outbuilding, room to grow, and the chance to make it your own, this property is worth a look. PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD AS-IS.
Verona is located in Illinois. Verona, Illinois has a population of 254. Verona is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 28.57% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 37%.
The median household income in Verona, Illinois is $38,750. The median household income for the surrounding county is $81,764 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Verona is 38.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.3 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 14.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 37.6 inches per year, with 23.3 inches of snow per year.
