$675,000
PENDING

1514 Sunflower Dr S Sycamore, IL 60178

Estimated payment $4,882/month

Total Views 1,681
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,517 Sq Ft
$192 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 2.49 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Georgian Architecture

About This Home

Stately, custom-built home nestled on 2.49 acres offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and functionality! With over 3,500 sq ft of living space PLUS a finished english/walkout basement, this residence provides room to live, work, and entertain in style. Step into the grand two-story foyer with an open staircase and gleaming hardwood floors that flow through much of the main level. The living room with built-in shelving and crown molding is ideal as a formal space, study, or library, while the elegant dining room is perfect for hosting memorable gatherings. The stunning two-story family room is flooded with natural light from soaring windows and features a floor-to-ceiling brick wood-burning fireplace with a custom mantel and stone hearth. Overlooking the family room is the beautifully updated gourmet kitchen, showcasing quartz countertops, a large island, tile backsplash, high-end stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry with custom features-plus a bright breakfast room with access to the deck and scenic backyard. The main floor also includes an updated laundry room, full bath, and a versatile 5th bedroom currently used as an office. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite impresses with a vaulted ceiling, two-room bath featuring double sinks, a whirlpool tub, separate shower, and a walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms, another full bath, and a bonus storage room above the garage complete the second level. The finished lookout/walkout basement offers a cozy second family room with gas fireplace, game area, bar space, and abundant storage. Additional features include: 3-car garage with EV charger, newer roof (2019) and driveway (2020), kitchen remodel (2017), Dual HVAC systems (approx 8 and 15 years old), water softener (2024), Hot water heater (2017), sump pump (2018), deck, and more add to the home's long list of upgrades. Enjoy peaceful country living with the warmth of a neighborhood setting-this quality-built home is truly one-of-a-kind! Just minutes to schools, shopping, grocery and more!

Listing Agent

Tamara O'Connor

Premier Living Properties License #475110537 Listed on: 05/09/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,463

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • 2.49 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 220 x 513.65

Parking

  • 3.5 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Georgian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,517 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • North Elementary School
  • Sycamore Middle School
  • Sycamore High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Sunflower Knoll Subdivision, Custom 2 Story Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,463

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Georgian
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Subdivision Name: Sunflower Knoll
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Water Softener Owned, Other, Humidifier
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 3517
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Foyer, Storage, Walk In Closet
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 4198
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 4198
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1581
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 6679
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1936
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1581
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 681
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 900
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 675000
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.5
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 3.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Sink
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: North Elementary School
  • High School: Sycamore High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Sycamore Middle School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 427

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.49
  • Lot Dimensions: 220 X 513.65
  • Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 5
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 13462.54
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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 $13,252 $190,753 $31,104 $159,649
2023 $13,252 $174,188 $28,403 $145,785
2022 $12,621 $159,762 $26,051 $133,711
2021 $12,155 $149,983 $24,456 $125,527
2020 $11,981 $146,296 $23,855 $122,441
2019 $11,761 $143,090 $23,332 $119,758
2018 $11,551 $138,747 $22,624 $116,123
2017 $11,270 $133,257 $21,729 $111,528
2016 $10,998 $127,178 $20,738 $106,440
2015 -- $119,697 $19,518 $100,179
2014 -- $113,662 $18,534 $95,128
2013 -- $115,840 $18,889 $96,951
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Off Market $675,000 -- --
05/12/2025 05/12/25 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2025 05/09/25 For Sale $675,000 +44.6% $192 / Sq Ft
05/28/2021 05/28/21 Sold $466,900 +3.8% $133 / Sq Ft
03/12/2021 03/12/21 Pending -- -- --
02/23/2021 02/23/21 For Sale $450,000 -- $128 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $467,000 Attorney
Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $426,092 VA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12355880

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-19-403-003