1406 Busse Rd Marengo, IL 60152
Estimated payment $3,409/month
Highlights
- Barn
- 10 Acre Lot
- Mature Trees
- Home fronts a pond
- Open Floorplan
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
Charming 10-Acre Hillside Ranch Estate with Equestrian Amenities Nestled down a scenic tree-lined drive, this thoughtfully updated earth-sheltered ranch offers panoramic views, open farmland, and a private country setting with modern improvements throughout. Designed for energy efficiency and year-round comfort, the earth-integrated construction provides natural insulation, quiet interior living, and climate stability across all seasons. Over $100,000 in recent improvements include updated electrical and plumbing systems, brand-new kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, new vinyl plank flooring throughout, updated trim and doors, modern lighting, a new roof. The spacious layout features a vaulted great room with loft, a cozy double-sided wood-burning fireplace, 3 bedrooms, and 2.1 updated baths. The private primary suite is thoughtfully positioned on its own side of the home, offering separation and comfort. Just off the dining area, a bright three-season sunroom extends the living space and provides a peaceful setting to enjoy the surrounding acreage from spring through fall. Equestrian amenities include an earth-sheltered concrete horse stable with electric and water, offering natural temperature moderation and protection from extreme Illinois weather. Approximately 5 acres of fenced pasture provide ideal space for horses or livestock. Additional features include a 2-car attached garage, a separate 2-car detached garage, small pond, and extensive recent landscaping with grading improvements and reseeded grounds enhancing bothcurb appeal and functionality. A rare opportunity to own a move-in ready, energy-efficient country estate with room to live, work, and play. Seller may consider owner financing options for qualified buyers.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,902
Year Built
- Built in 1982 | Remodeled in 2025
Lot Details
- 10 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 441x2610x660x1032
- Home fronts a pond
- Fenced
- Irregular Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Gravel Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,625 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Outbuilding
Farming
- Barn
- Pasture
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Well
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Ranch
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,376 | $144,748 | $60,338 | $84,410 |
| 2023 | $10,295 | $133,169 | $55,248 | $77,921 |
| 2022 | $7,902 | $98,604 | $23,864 | $74,740 |
| 2021 | $7,651 | $92,544 | $21,876 | $70,668 |
| 2020 | $7,458 | $87,469 | $20,126 | $67,343 |
| 2019 | $7,279 | $84,020 | $18,678 | $65,342 |
| 2018 | $7,523 | $82,961 | $17,619 | $65,342 |
| 2017 | $7,253 | $74,861 | $15,773 | $59,088 |
| 2016 | $7,249 | $73,273 | $14,810 | $58,463 |
| 2013 | -- | $68,613 | $12,626 | $55,987 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2026 03/06/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/26/2026 02/26/26 | Price Changed | $518,900 | -0.2% | $198 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/30/2026 01/30/26 | For Sale | $519,900 | -24.1% | $198 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/06/2024 09/06/24 | Sold | $685,000 | -2.1% | $261 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/07/2024 02/07/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/04/2023 08/04/23 | For Sale | $700,000 | -- | $267 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $685,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $750,000 | Nlt Title Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $575,000 | Nlt Title Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $565,000 | Nlt Title Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $638,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $616,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $432,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $630,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
About the Listing Agent
I'm an expert real estate agent with RE/MAX Connections II in Marengo, IL and the nearby area, providing home-buyers and sellers with professional, responsive and attentive real estate services. Want an agent who'll really listen to what you want in a home? Need an agent who knows how to effectively market your home so it sells? Give me a call! I'm eager to help and would love to talk to you.
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