Peaceful 3-Acre Hobby Farm with Barn, Smokehouse & Garden
Escape to the country and enjoy a self-sufficient lifestyle on this 3.05-acre hobby farm. Ideal for animal lovers, homesteaders, or anyone seeking peaceful rural living, the property is well-equipped and ready for your vision.
The animal barn features a birthing pen, large run, and separate male area with two shelters—great for goats or small livestock. A functional smokehouse nearby is ready for curing meats and adding flavor to your harvest.
The chicken coop offers easy maintenance and a healthy space for your flock. A productive garden is supported by a rainwater irrigation system, and several fruit trees provide seasonal produce.
The 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers rustic charm and comfortable living. A detached two-car garage adds space for vehicles, tools, or equipment.
Whether you're raising animals, growing food, or enjoying the open space, this property supports a peaceful, purposeful lifestyle.
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$300,000
5611 State Route 156, Waterloo, IL 62298
3beds
1,125sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1933
3.26 Acres Lot
$278,700 Zestimate®
$267/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Animal barnLarge runSeparate male areaChicken coopRainwater irrigation systemFruit treesBirthing pen
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 23, 2025 at 10:26am
Listing Provided by:
Linda R Frierdich 618-281-7621,
Century 21 Advantage
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25032914
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 16x9
Bedroom 3
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9x13
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 8x6
Family room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14x14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14x17
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 65
- Dimensions: 5x13
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Flooring: Varies
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,125
- Total interior livable area: 1,125 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,125
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 3.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 3.26
- Features: Suitable for Horses
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 0833100008000
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1933
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Waterloo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $267/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $130,650
- Annual tax amount: $2,317
- Date on market: 5/15/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Gravel
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