$381,000
SOLD JUN 10, 2026

12725 Ellen Dr Genoa, IL 60135

Sycamore Area
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,148 Sq Ft
0.72 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 10, 2026

$177 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.72 Acre Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Wood Flooring
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Deck
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of June 2026

SYCAMORE SCHOOLS! UNINCORPORATED .72 ACRE SETTING! WALKOUT FAMILY ROOM! Nestled in the desirable Ellen Oaks community, this 2,148 sq. ft. cedar-brick multi-level home embraces a country setting with panoramic wooded views. Multiple outdoor living spaces, front and back decks plus a brick-and-concrete patio, deliver unforgettable sunrise and sunset views and a serene, wooded backdrop! Welcome into this immaculate residence featuring a Living Room charming bay window. The Dining Room hosts a display window of the backyard retreat. The Kitchen offers Corian solid-surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, a pantry, pullout cabinetry, and an entertainer's butler's station. A half glass service door with built-in blinds invites you to the spacious deck. The upper level presents a primary bedroom suite with a private bath and walk-in closet. All other bedrooms share a linen closet and hallway bath, with gray luxury vinyl planked flooring and chic swag lighting. The lower level features an open walkout family room leading to scenic outdoor patios. Cozy up to the floor-to-ceiling brick wood burn fireplace with complimentary rustic wood mantle. A dry bar with built-in storage nook and track lighting to showcase your favorite decor complete this favorite gathering space. There is a fourth bedroom, office or craft room boasting a tongue-and-groove accented wall, wall mounted reading lamp, display shelving, and window shutters. The third bathroom is complete with a step-up tub-shower enclosure, under bench storage and countertop, and linen shelves. Wait, there is more! An unfinished basement has direct access to the expanded two-car garage, washer, gas dryer, utility sink, water softener, iron filter, humidifier, overhead lighting, and storage. The owners contracted with Luke Butler Improvements to install new drain tile with concrete in April of 2026! From the front yard, a boardwalk leads you to the backyard oasis. Recent seller improvements are a new well pump in 2026, professionally installed new drain tile in 2026, microwave in 2024, Thermopane bay windows and dining room picture window in 2022, and also replaced two garage utility doors, front and back doors, and French doors to the patio! This property has a current low tax rate of 7.360200 and is in unincorporated Genoa, within the desirable 427 Sycamore School District. Utilities and services include natural gas (Nicor), electricity (ComEd), Wi-Fi (Ellen Oaks Coop), a private well (no water bills), and private septic, plus two tower antennas, one aimed at Chicago and one toward Rockford, serving 12725 Ellen Dr., a truly one-of-a-kind home. This is an excellent opportunity to LOVE your new HOME and its breathtaking SETTING!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Miller

Hometown Realty Group License #475128979 Listed on: 05/06/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Metcalf

Willow Real Estate, Inc License #475203434

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,666

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 31,363 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 147 x 214.60
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Backs to Trees or Woods

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Split Level with Sub
  • Tri-Level Property
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2,148 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Bar
  • Dry Bar
  • Paneling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Some Wood Windows
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Shutters
  • Blinds
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Bay Window
  • Display Windows
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Atrium Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Attic
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Basement Ceilings are 8+ Feet High
  • Sump Pump
  • Block Basement Construction

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Sycamore Middle School
  • Sycamore High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank
  • TV Antenna

Community Details

  • Ellen Oaks Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,666

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0.72 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Split Level w/ Sub
  • Subdivision Name: Ellen Oaks
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener, Water Softener Owned, Humidifier
  • Basement: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, 8 ft + pour, Concrete, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: French Doors, Atrium Door(s), Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Dining Combo, Paneling, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 2148
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV Antenna, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Foyer, Walk In Closet
  • Window Features: Screens, Window Treatments, Drapes, Insulated Windows, All, Bay Window(s), Blinds, Display Window(s), Double Pane Windows, Shutters, Some Wood Windows
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2148
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 2148
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Level, Views
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • High School: Sycamore High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Sycamore Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.72
  • Lot Dimensions: 147 x 214.60
  • Rural (Y/N): Y
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 19
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7666.1
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2026
Closed on
Jun 8, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kelly Miller
Hometown Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Metcalf
Willow Real Estate, Inc
List Price
$379,750
Sold Price
$381,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,250
0.33%
Views
50

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.79%
Original Mortgage
$351,000
Outstanding Balance
$350,680
Interest Rate
6.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$31,673

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $381,000 Chicago Title
Deed -- None Listed On Document
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $351,000 New Conventional
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/10/2026 06/10/26 Sold $381,000 +0.3% $177 / Sq Ft
05/09/2026 05/09/26 Pending -- -- --
05/06/2026 05/06/26 For Sale $379,750 -- $177 / Sq Ft
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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,494 $115,156 $24,174 $90,982
2024 $7,308 $108,270 $22,728 $85,542
2023 $6,907 $98,867 $20,754 $78,113
2022 $6,907 $90,679 $19,035 $71,644
2021 $6,361 $85,129 $17,870 $67,259
2020 $6,251 $83,037 $17,431 $65,606
2019 $6,129 $81,218 $17,049 $64,169
2018 $5,999 $78,753 $16,532 $62,221
2017 $5,820 $75,637 $15,878 $59,759
2016 $5,639 $72,187 $15,154 $57,033
2015 -- $67,941 $14,263 $53,678
2014 -- $64,515 $13,544 $50,971
2013 -- $65,752 $13,804 $51,948
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12639192

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-05-177-002

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