Welcome to Kerlin Schoolhouse! This historic stone cottage was built in 1870 and was once a one-room schoolhouse. Kerlin Schoolhouse is a slice of heaven in the countryside - located on a half-acre lot and completely surrounded by fields, providing a peaceful & quiet setting. The location boasts beautiful country views for miles, unobstructed sunrise and sunset viewing, as well as the dark skies for stargazing. Kerlin Schoolhouse features one bedroom (loft), one bathroom, a double detached garage, and large living spaces. Kerlin Schoolhouse is being sold completely furnished - simply move right in, or continue running as a successful Airbnb! (Special Use Permit for short-term rentals was granted by Stephenson County zoning in 2021). The cottage was completely renovated in 2021, including all new vinyl plank flooring, garage roof, insulation, all appliances, and much more. Built to last, with limestone walls nearly 2 feet thick, a metal roof, and low maintenance stone exterior. Kerlin Schoolhouse features a small footprint and low cost of living. The stone cottage was equipped with high-speed wifi internet, but was also recently wired for fiber optic. Now is your chance to grab your slice of heaven in the countryside!
Sold for $109,000 on 06/24/25
$109,000
14940 W Kerlin Rd, Lena, IL 61048
1beds
860sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
0.5 Acres Lot
$110,400 Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$802 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 24, 2025 at 02:09pm
Listed by:
TRISHA OPPOLD 815-541-7138,
Barnes Realty, Inc.
Bought with:
KATIE MCPEEK, 475133587
Jim Sullivan Realty
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202501162

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 15 x 24
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 15 x 24
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, LP Gas Tank, LP Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Ceiling Fans/Remotes
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 860
- Total interior livable area: 860 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 140
- Finished area below ground: 720
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Country
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 110614300002
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick/Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1870
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lena
- Subdivision: IL
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

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