NESTLED ON 6.45 PICTURESQUE ACRES, THIS EXCEPTIONAL COUNTRY ESTATE OFFERS THE PERFECT BLEND OF PRIVACY, COMFORT, AND TIMELESS CHARM. SURROUNDED BY MATURE TREES AND BREATHTAKING VIEWS, THIS BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED PROPERTY IS DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY LIVING AND UNFORGETTABLE ENTERTAINING. THE CENTERPIECE OF OUTDOOR LIVING IS THE INVITING IN GROUND POOL, COMPLETE WITH A FULLY EQUIPPED POOL HOUSE FEATURING A KITCHENETTE, SEATING AREA, APPLIANCES, MAINTENANCE ROOM & WINDOW A/C. RELAX ON THE ARBOR COVERED PATIO OR ENJOY PEACEFUL MORNINGS FROM THE EXPANSIVE FRONT PORCH OVERLOOKING THE COUNTRYSIDE. EVENINGS CAN BE SPENT ON THE PATIO WITH BUILT IN SEATING WALLS. THE POOL HAS BEEN WELL CARED FOR WITH A NEW LINER INSTALLED JUST 2 YEARS AGO AND A POOL PUMP REPLACED 2.5 YEARS AGO. A CHARMING GARDEN SHED ROUNDS OUT THE OUTSIDE AMENITIES. THE HOME IS EQUALLY IMPRESSIVE WITH ITS BEAUTIFUL STUCCO EXTERIOR, SHOWCASING TIMELESS CHARACTER AND EXCEPTIONAL CURB APPEAL. COMPLEMENTING THE PROPERTY IS AN OVER SIZED 3 CAR GARAGE FEATURING LOW MAINTENANCE STEEL SIDING AND ROOF, PROVIDING ABUNDANT SPACE FOR VEHICLES, EQUIPMENT, HOBBIES, OR ADDITIONAL STORAGE. INSIDE YOU'LL FIND 4 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS AND A PRIVATE OFFICE. RICH HARDWOOD FLOORS GRACE THE MAIN LEVEL (EXCLUDING THE KITCHEN). STUNNING ORIGINAL WOODWORK SHOWCASES THE HOME'S CHARACTER AND CRAFTSMANSHIP. THE HEART OF THE HOME IS THE SPECTACULAR CHEF'S KITCHEN FEATURING A MASSIVE CENTER ISLAND, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, ABUNDANT CUSTOM CABINETRY, SUBWAY BACKSPLASH, LARGE FARMHOUSE SINK, TABLE SPACE, AND AN ABUNDANCE OF WINDOWS THAT FILL THE ROOM WITH NATURAL LIGHT. PREMIUM APPLIANCES INCLUDE A VULCAN COMMERCIAL GRADE GAS RANGE WITH BUILT IN GRILL AND OVEN, ONE ADDITIONAL BUILT IN OVEN, DISHWASHER, OVERSIZED EXHAUST HOOD, AND A MINI REFRIGERATOR. A COZY SITTING AREA WITH A GAS FIREPLACE MAKES THIS SPACE IDEAL FOR GATHERING WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS. THE FORMAL LIVING ROOM WELCOMES YOU WITH A WARM FIREPLACE, WHILE THE DINING ROOM OPENS THROUGH SLIDING DOORS TO A TREX DECK OVERLOOKING THE SCENIC BACKYARD. UPSTAIRS, THE LUXURIOUS PRIMARY SUITE IS A TRUE RETREAT FEATURING A PRIVATE SITTING AREA WITH BUILT IN ENTERTAINMENT CENTER AND AN IMPRESSIVE EN SUITE BATH COMPLETE WITH A WHIRLPOOL TUB, SEPARATE SHOWER AND WALK IN CLOSET. THREE ADDITIONAL NICE SIZE BEDROOMS , ANOTHER BATH, AND A WALK UP ATTIC PROVIDE EXCEPTIONAL SPACE AND STORAGE. RECENT IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDE A NEW FURNACE (2026) AND A WATER SOFTENER (2024), ADDING PEACE OF MIND FOR THE NEXT OWNER.IF YOU'VE BEEN DREAMING OF A PRIVATE COUNTRY RETREAT WHERE QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP, BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS, AND OUTSTANDING AMENITIES COME TOGETHER, THIS REMARKABLE PROPERTY IS READY TO WELCOME YOU HOME!
Contingent
$485,000
467 N 42nd Rd, Mendota, IL 61342
4beds
2,882sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
6.45 Acres Lot
$486,700 Zestimate®
$168/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting in ground poolBreathtaking viewsBeautiful stucco exteriorPrivate officeCharming garden shedSurrounded by mature treesArbor covered patio
- 50 days
- 167
- 3
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rebecca McPheeters 815-539-6635,
Town & Country Realty Sales
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12706981
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (All), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 406 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X29
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X17
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 459 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X27
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X17
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,882 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Dog Run
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 6.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 430X660
Details
- Additional structures: Kennel/Dog Run, Outbuilding, Pergola, Pool House, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0602210000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic-Mechanical
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Mendota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $168/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $102,392
- Annual tax amount: $6,515
- Date on market: 7/16/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$486,700
$462,000 - $511,000
$2,454/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2026 | Contingent | $485,000$168/sqft |
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| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $485,000+67.2%$168/sqft |
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| 6/4/2015 | Sold | $290,000-27.5%$101/sqft |
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| 4/27/2015 | Pending sale | $399,900$139/sqft |
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| 3/31/2015 | Listed for sale | $399,900$139/sqft |
Source: Signature Real Estate #08876828 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,907 | $102,392 +8.7% |
| 2024 | $5,907 +12.2% | $94,197 +14.1% |
| 2023 | $5,263 -1.3% | $82,556 -1.2% |
| 2022 | $5,330 +1.4% | $83,519 +2.4% |
| 2021 | $5,256 | $81,578 |
| 2020 | -- | $81,578 +3.2% |
| 2019 | $4,982 | $79,079 +6% |
| 2018 | $4,982 -3.4% | $74,596 -2% |
| 2017 | $5,158 -3.4% | $76,095 -1.8% |
| 2016 | $5,339 | $77,529 +4.2% |
| 2015 | $5,339 +130% | $74,397 +6.6% |
| 2012 | $2,321 | $69,779 -4.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $73,021 -1.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $73,848 |
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Neighborhood: 61342
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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.




