Welcome to your private slice of country living-just minutes from town yet tucked away at the end of a long lane for added peace and privacy. This charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath farmhouse sits on 3.54 acres and offers the perfect blend of rural character and modern updates. Step onto the expansive wrap-around porch, ideal for relaxing mornings or evening sunsets, and enter a home filled with warmth and functionality. Walk out back to experience panoramic views of the countryside. Inside, you'll find no carpet throughout-only hardwood and laminate flooring for easy maintenance and timeless appeal. The kitchen was completely remodeled in 2020, offering a fresh, modern space perfect for cooking and gathering. Major updates provide peace of mind, including all new windows in 2010, a new septic system approximately 5 years ago, a pressure tank installed in 2022, and a water heater replaced in 2021. A brand new roof was installed in May 2026, providing you decades of future security. The attic has been recently insulated for improved efficiency. Outside, the property is well-equipped for hobby farming, storage, or business use with multiple outbuildings, including a 32' x 80' machine shed, a barn, a corn crib, and a 52' x 60' cattle shed with a concrete floor. Whether you're looking for space to spread out, room for animals or equipment, or simply a peaceful place to call home, this property offers endless possibilities with the convenience of town just minutes away. Agent owned.
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$339,500
16606 Backbone Rd W, Princeton, IL 61356
4beds
2,272sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
3.54 Acres Lot
$342,100 Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$1,940 Estimated rent
Home value
$342,100
Estimated sales range
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Listed by:
Janelle McCarter 815-252-7283,
Landmark Realty of Illinois LLC
Bought with:
Jackie Martin
Landmark Realty of Illinois LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12616947
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Walk In Closet, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Area: 78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X19
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,272 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Yes, Attached, Detached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 3.54 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Shed(s), Corn Crib
- Parcel number: 0935200001
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Major remodel year: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Princeton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $149/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $7,136
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Listing terms: VA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Sold | $339,500-2.7%$149/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Contingent | $349,000$154/sqft |
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| 5/16/2026 | Price change | $349,000-5.7%$154/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Price change | $369,900-2.6%$163/sqft |
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| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $379,900$167/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 61356
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAJefferson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 4.4 mi
- 5/10Logan Jr High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 7/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 115
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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