WELCOME TO THIS TRULY ONE OF A KIND, EXTENSIVELY UPDATED HOME ON 5.79 PEACEFUL ACRES IN MENDOTA. ORIGINALLY BUILT IN 1979 AS AN UNDERGROUND EARTH HOME, THIS PROPERTY UNDERWENT A MAJOR TRANSFORMATION IN 2000 WITH THE ADDITION OF A SECOND STORY AND HAS BEEN THOUGHTFULLY RENOVATED FROM TOP TO BOTTOM IN RECENT YEARS. ~INTERIOR FEATURES: *FRESHLY RENOVATED THROUGHOUT WITH NEW FLOORING, TRIM, DOORS AND LIGHTING. *CUSTOM KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, CUSTOM CABINETRY, QUIET CLOSE DRAWERS, AND A LARGE ISLAND WITH SEATING FOR SIX. *GAS FIREPLACE ADDS WARMTH AND AMBIANCE *NEWER FAMILY ROOM CARPET AND FRESH PAINT *UPSTAIRS REMODEL INCLUDES NEW STAIRS WITH CUSTOM RAILING, UPDATED LIGHTING, CEILING FANS, AND MODERN FINISHES *RADON MITIGATION SYSTEM INSTALLED FOR ADDED PIECE OF MIND *ADT SECURITY SYSTEM ON DOORS AND WINDOWS *NEWER WATER SOFTENER AND TANKLESS WATER HEATER *ALL HIGH END APPLIANCES STAY ~ENERGY EFFICIENCY & UTILITIES UPGRADES: * NEW FURNACE AND A/C *SOLAR PANELS INSTALLED ON GARAGE * NEW ROOF AND SIDING *NEWLY PAINTED GARAGE DOORS *NEW GAS LINE AND TUBE HEATER IN GARAGE *HEATED ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE WITH AN ADDITIONAL 2+ CAR GARAGE BOTH WITH KEYPAD ENTRY *PRIVATE WELL & SEPTIC ~OUTDOOR OASIS: *SALT WATER IN GROUND POOL WITH NEW LINER AND NEW POOL FLOOR, AND WINTER COVER *HIGH EFFICIENCY VARIABLE TWO SPEED POOL PUMP WITH REMOTE *NEW POOL ROBOT FOR EASY MAINTENANCE *NEW FENCE AROUND POOL FOR SAFETY *FRESHLY STAINED DECK *POOL HEATER CURRENTLY NOT FUNCTIONING~STRUCTURAL HIGHLIGHTS: *ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH 14 INCH CONCRETE CEILINGS DOWNSTAIRS, IDEAL FOR A STORM SHELTER *PELLA WINDOWS WITH BUILT IN BLINDS IN THE LOWER LEVEL *PAINTED GARAGES PREPARATION FOR SOLAR INSTALLATION *BUTLER BUILDING ATTACHED SHORTLY AFTER ORIGINAL CONSTRUCTION *ORIGINAL BLUEPRINTS AND CONSTRUCTION PHOTOS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. THIS HOME SEAMLESSLY COMBINES ENERGY EFFICIENT UPGRADES WITH RURAL CHARM AND IS MOVE IN READY WITH COUNTLESS UPDATES ALREADY COMPLETED FOR YOU. WHETHER YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A PRIVATE RETREAT, A FAMILY FRIENDLY PROPERTY, OR A HOBBYIST'S DREAM WITH ABUNDANT GARAGE SPACE, THIS PROPERTY HAS IT ALL! SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY!
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$475,000
3980 E 4th Rd, Mendota, IL 61342
5beds
2,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
5.79 Acres Lot
$483,500 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$2,446 Estimated rent
Home value
$483,500
$401,000 - $585,000
$2,446/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 09, 2025 at 10:56am
Listing courtesy of:
Rebecca McPheeters 708-220-3338,
Town & Country Realty Sales
Bought with:
Zachary Jones
Zachary Jones Real Estate, LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12381529
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All), Bathroom (Full, Whirlpool)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 576 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X32
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X20
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X16
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Family Room, Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,800
- Total interior livable area: 2,800 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached, Driveway, Owned
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 5.79 Acres
- Dimensions: 729X434X541X698
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Second Garage
- Parcel number: 0614108000
- Special conditions: Exceptions-Call List Office
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Radon Mitigation System
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Water Heater
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Mendota
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2025 | Sold | $475,000$170/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12381529 | ||
| 6/9/2025 | Pending sale | $475,000$170/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12381529 | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $475,000+75.9%$170/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12381529 | ||
| 11/27/2018 | Sold | $270,000$96/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10088133 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,004 +32.2% | $95,641 +31.8% |
| 2023 | $4,542 -0.7% | $72,570 +0.1% |
| 2022 | $4,573 +1.4% | $72,514 +2.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 61342
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: 2-4Distance: 3.1 mi
- 4/10Northbrook SchoolGrades: PK,5-8Distance: 4 mi
- 3/10Mendota Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blackstone Elementary School
- Middle: Northbrook School
- High: Mendota Twp High School
- District: 289
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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