Tucked away on 5.84 scenic acres, a peaceful & private paradise surrounded by nature & an abundance of beautiful mature trees (including oak, pine, apple & cherry)~This fantastic property features the grand 2-story Victorian farmhouse built in the 1900s in the shape resembling a cross~Once known as the Old Parsonage for the West Lisbon Church, this home was used by the congregation for services & weddings after the original church burned to the ground~This main house promotes 6 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 9' ceilings on the 1st floor & original hardwood flooring under most of the existing carpeting throughout the home~Traces of the old world charm still remain in the detailed wood trim, panel doors, ornate leaded glass windows & the 3-covered porches~The original front parlor is currently being used as a living room~The spacious dining room opens to the family room which features a beautifully detailed oak wood-burning fireplace~The kitchen opens to a large breakfast room w/refinished hardwood flooring, a wood-burning stove & a wall of windows for great natural light & scenic view~The main floor also offers a custom chairlift (removable) for use on the unique main staircase, a large walk-in pantry, a 2nd staircase off the kitchen & 1st floor laundry~Improvements to the main house include a high efficiency furnace, hot water heater, water softener w/charcoal filter, pressure tank, reverse osmosis system for kitchen sink, 2 newer toilets & a free-standing solar panel system (owned)~In addition to the main house, there is a separate detached building (previously used as the Little Country School) providing a full kitchen, a 1/2 bathroom, a main room (18x20) & a 2nd room (17x19) & separate radon system~This building could be used for a home based business, guest house or converted to the perfect in-law living arrangement~The property grounds also promotes a fenced park-like setting playground~A circular driveway w/guest parking leads to the fabulous 47'x31' heated carriage house (built in 2012) featuring a fully furnished loft-style apartment (the loft includes a full kitchen w/appliances & gorgeous maple cabinetry, a large family room area, dining area, sleeping area, a very nice full bathroom & plenty of storage space~The heated carriage house w/4-door garage offers a workshop area, epoxy floor & can easily fit 4 vehicles~The rear overhead door is 14' to accommodate large equipment, RV or boat~The original grain building (corn crib) is currently used for storage~There is also a large metal shed for storage of equipment & wood~Located just a mile west of the highly rated Lisbon Elementary school & downtown Lisbon!
Closed
$550,000
13701 Joliet Rd, Newark, IL 60541
6beds
3,340sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
5.84 Acres Lot
$599,500 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$3,717 Estimated rent
Home value
$599,500
$558,000 - $647,000
$3,717/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 19, 2024 at 09:31am
Listing courtesy of:
Robin Freiman 630-244-1114,
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Kelly Michelson
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11900079
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X11
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X27
Heating
- Propane, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Water Softener Owned, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove, Family Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,340 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Guest, Driveway, Circular Driveway, Owned
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stair Lift, Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 5.84 Acres
- Dimensions: 481.6 X 548.9 X 409.9 X 94 X 419.7
- Features: Wooded, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Grain Storage, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Carriage House
- Parcel number: 0726300006
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Fuses, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Newark
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2024 | Sold | $550,000-30.8%$165/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11900079 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2023 | Price change | $795,000-2.7%$238/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11900079 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $817,000$245/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11900079 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,984 +32.6% | $130,225 +10.4% |
| 2023 | $6,776 -1.1% | $118,000 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $6,848 -2.7% | $110,854 +1.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60541
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lisbon Grade SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Newark Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lisbon Grade School
- Middle: Lisbon Grade School
- High: Newark Community High School
- District: 90
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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