$867,500
SOLD APR 24, 2025

1542 Plainfield Rd Oswego, IL 60543

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,006 Sq Ft
4.8 Acres

Recently Sold

$173 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Greenhouse
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Oswego East High School Rated A-
  • Gated Community
  • Mature Trees

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to the Historic Gaylord Home & Garden - A Rare Gem in Kendall County!Step into history with this stunning 1865-built home, seamlessly blending timeless charm with modern conveniences. Recognized for its historical significance in Kendall County, this 4.8-acre horse property offers endless opportunities-whether as a private retreat, B&B, wedding venue, or event space.Inside, you'll find original woodwork, hardwood floors, and exquisite craftsmanship throughout, complemented by two wood-burning fireplaces, a finished attic, a walkout basement, an elevator, a wine cellar, and a workshop. Included in the sale is the vintage 1901 piano in the dining room. A thoughtfully designed 2008 addition enhances the home while maintaining its historic character. The breathtaking grounds feature century-old trees, a barn for events, a chicken barn, two workshops, a machine shed, and two spacious pastures. Enjoy the serenity of country living while being just minutes from shopping, dining, and modern conveniences. Zoned R3-SU. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of history! Schedule your private tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kimberly Grant

john greene, Realtor License #471018035 Listed on: 03/13/2025

john greene, Realtor

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Grilli

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty License #475179692

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,983

Year Built

  • Built in 1865

Lot Details

  • 4.8 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 5,006 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Workshop
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Range
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Steam Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Accessible Home Design

  • Roll-in Shower
  • Grab Bars
  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Accessibility Features
  • Stair Lift
  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Greenhouse
  • Gazebo
  • Shed

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Recreation

  • Horse Trails

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,983

Year Built

Built in 1865

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Farmhouse
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1865
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Accessibility Features: Door Width 32 Inches or More, Hall Width 36 Inches or More, Stair Lift, Grab Bars Throughout, Roll-In Shower, Wheelchair Accessible, Wheelchair Ramp(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Elevator, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Workshop
  • LivingArea: 5006
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Possible Use: Horses
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Exercise Room, Foyer, Office, Recreation Room, Workshop, Other Room
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 4215
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Steam Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • List Price: 900000
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: Workshop, Barn(s), Gazebo, Greenhouse, Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Other, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Baseboard, Radiator(s), Zoned, Radiant Floor
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Horse-Riding Area, Gated, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 308

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.8
  • Lot Dimensions: 208817
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: 4.0-4.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17983
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2025
Closed on
Apr 16, 2025
Sold by
Judge Patrick Ryan and Judge Veronica
Bought by
Vorbau Kathryn A and Gray Eric H
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Grant
john greene, Realtor
Buyer's Agent
Robert Grilli
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$900,000
Sold Price
$867,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,500
-3.61%
Total Days on Market
11
Views
85

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.71%
Original Mortgage
$422,500
Outstanding Balance
$421,026
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$438,680

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 18, 2023
Closed on
Mar 12, 2024
Sold by
Skydan Equity Partners Llc
Bought by
Judge Patrick Ryan and Judge Veronica
Seller's Agent
Brandon Schuppe
Skydan Real Estate Sales, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Grant
john greene, Realtor
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$799,000
Views
203

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.91%
Original Mortgage
$639,200
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 2021
Sold by
Michelle Russell Land Company Llc
Bought by
Skydan Equity Partners Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2018
Sold by
George Russell L and George Michelle
Bought by
Michelle Russell Land Company Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2018
Sold by
Restated Hadley Candice A and Restated Candice A Hadley 2017
Bought by
George Russell L and George Michelle

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2017
Sold by
Hadley Candice A
Bought by
Hadley Candice A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2013
Sold by
Johnson Robert S
Bought by
Hadley Candice A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 1993
Bought by
Johnson Robert S and Johnson Candice A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 1986
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $867,500 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $799,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $286,500 Fidelity National Title Co
Warranty Deed -- Attorney
Deed $660,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed $280,000 --
Deed $192,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $422,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $639,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $363,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $502,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $260,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $340,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $380,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $250,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed -- No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/24/2025 04/24/25 Sold $867,500 -3.6% $173 / Sq Ft
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $900,000 +12.6% $180 / Sq Ft
03/25/2024 03/25/24 Sold $799,000 0.0% $160 / Sq Ft
01/24/2024 01/24/24 Pending -- -- --
12/18/2023 12/18/23 For Sale $799,000 -- $160 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2023 $17,581 $208,646 $38,118 $170,528
2022 $17,322 $194,996 $35,624 $159,372
2021 $16,225 $182,239 $33,293 $148,946
2020 $15,893 $176,931 $32,323 $144,608
2019 $15,314 $168,105 $32,323 $135,782
2018 $15,743 $167,169 $32,143 $135,026
2017 $15,625 $160,740 $30,907 $129,833
2016 $14,997 $152,360 $29,296 $123,064
2015 $14,666 $142,392 $27,379 $115,013
2014 -- $136,915 $26,326 $110,589
2013 -- $138,298 $26,592 $111,706
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12308894

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 03-35-377-003