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2898 County Road 1400 N, El Paso, IL 61738

$268,000
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BEDS2 BATHS2 full SQUARE FEET3,138 MLS#12770853
STATUSNew PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SUBDIVISIONNot Applicable SCHOOLDistrict 11

Property Description

Some places simply feel like home and this one feels like a country song. Set on just under two acres of peaceful countryside, this early-1900s farmhouse has been thoughtfully reimagined for the way we live today while holding tightly to the character that makes country living so special. Surrounded by open skies, golden fields, and the kind of quiet you just can't manufacture, this is where rustic charm meets a beautifully updated way of life. It begins with an incredible 48-foot wrap around front porch; the kind made for rocking chairs, morning coffee, sweet tea, and watching the sun settle over the countryside. Step inside and discover a home that feels warm, welcoming, and wonderfully fresh, with new flooring throughout and spaces that have been transformed without losing their soul. At the heart of the home is the newly imagined kitchen, where country character gets a decidedly elevated finish. Designed to be as beautiful as it is functional, the open layout creates an effortless connection between cooking, gathering, and entertaining. High-end appliances, including a Thermador range and commercial-grade stainless refrigerator and freezer, make this kitchen anything but humble, while generous workspace and island seating invite everyone to pull up a chair and stay awhile. The newly finished living room continues the transformation with a comfortable, refined take on rustic style. Vintage-inspired details and warm barnwood elements preserve the farmhouse character while the refreshed finishes give the space an entirely new presence. It's substantial, inviting, and exactly where you'll want to gather after a long day outside. A spacious main-floor bath features a newly tiled walk-in shower, updated vanity, and new flooring while the first-floor bedroom offers flexibility for guests, hobbies, or office space. Upstairs, the open staircase leads to a private country retreat. The bright and airy primary bedroom offers an exceptionally long walk-in closet and an adjoining bath with both tub and shower. The upstairs also offers an additional open living space for a nursery, family retreat, or additional office space. Downstairs, the partially finished basement carries touches of the home's rustic character and provides two additional bedroom options without egress, abundant storage, and an oversized laundry room. The attached garage is finished with insulation, epoxy flooring, plumbing, and sliding doors, creating even more useful space for country life. And then there's the reason you move to the country in the first place. Step through the family-room doors and into your own private slice of rural Illinois; an expansive patio, firepit, raised planting beds, manicured grounds, and room for gardens, hobbies, and the simple pleasures that make life out here different. The property has been thoughtfully maintained to provide privacy without becoming overwhelming, giving you the freedom to enjoy the land instead of spending every waking hour maintaining it. Chickens may even stay if desired. Gardens, bonfires, muddy boots, fresh eggs, wide-open evenings, and a little more room to breathe? This place was made for it. With a new septic system, new well pressure tank, some newer windows, a newer roof, freshly manicured landscaping, newly imagined interior spaces, and new flooring throughout, much of the work has already been done. So, trade the traffic for tractors, the noise for crickets, and the neighbors over the fence for a little more room to breathe.

2898 County Road 1400 N | MLS# 12770853

This single family home located at 2898 County Road 1400 N, El Paso, IL 61738 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $268,000. This property was built in 1912 and has 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths with 3138 sq. ft. County Road 1400 N is located in the Not Applicable subdivision within the District 11 school district. Search Not Applicable real estate on mweerda.gogambino.com today.

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Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Cooling: Central Air
Garage: 1
Heating: Propane, Forced Air
Home Style: Cape Cod
Lot Size: 1.76 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt
Taxes: $3,244
Year Built: 1912

Amenities

Dry Bar
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Walk-In Closet(s)
Open Floorplan
Workshop

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: Loft, Storage, Other Room
Additional Structures: Poultry Coop, Shed(s)
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Garden Tub
Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
Exterior: Vinyl Siding
Lot: Mature Trees, Garden
Lot Dimensions: 252 X 305
Other Equipment: Water-Softener Rented, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Parcel#: 1216400008
Parking: Gravel, Carport, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Sewer: Septic Tank
Total Rooms: 7
Township: El Paso
Water: Well

Room Sizes

Loft: 20X21
Storage: 11X9
Other Room: 11X15
Other Room: 7X15
Bedroom 2: 12X8
Dining Room: COMBO
Family Room: 25X12
Kitchen: 12X28
Laundry: 11X9
Living Room: 10X15
Primary Bedroom: 23X21

Local Schools

High School: El Paso-Gridley High School
Middle School: El Paso-Gridley Jr High School
Elementary School: Gridley Grade School
School District: District 11

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: RE/MAX Rising
Agency Phone: 309-340-1000

Shown By

Agent Name: Mike Weerda
Agent Phone: (815) 985-2895
Agency Title: Gambino Realtors

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$ 1,565.84 per month $1,217.34 Principal & Interest $270.33 Property Tax $78.17 Homeowner's Insurance

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