15857 W Baker Rd Unit 1 Manhattan, IL 60442
Estimated payment $3,433/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Waterfront
- Mature Trees
- Anna McDonald Elementary School Rated 10
- Landscaped Professionally
- Deck
About This Home
Welcome to your private sanctuary-where comfort, space, and nature converge. This well-maintained RANCH-style home with a FULL WALK-OUT BASEMENT on 1.67 acres offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and modern convenience, nestled on a lush, landscaped lot that backs directly to Round Barn Farm Park. The property is designed with extensive landscape lighting, large deck with composite decking and 2 motorized Sunsetter awnings (2019), a covered patio with travertine and brick pavers, and an expansive backyard with mature trees offering privacy and a picturesque view. Upon entering the home, the Dining Room is to your left and has hardwood flooring, a tray ceiling, updated chandelier and 2 large windows. Straight ahead is the Great Room with a wood-burning fireplace, vaulted ceiling, hardwood flooring and one of the sliding glass doors leading to the deck. The Kitchen offers a refrigerator plus stainless steel oven, dishwasher and microwave, a center island, walk-in pantry, recessed lighting, a window over the sink offering views of the deck and yard, plus an eating area with a planning desk, 6 windows and another sliding glass door to the deck. This area is rounded out with a Laundry Room featuring a washer, dryer, and utility sink; and a powder room. The Primary Bedroom Suite boasts a vaulted ceiling with lighted fan, dual windows with an arched window above. The luxurious en-suite bathroom has been updated (2019) with a granite-topped vanity with dual sinks, step-in shower with fold-down seat, extended soaking tub, water closet with a pocket door, recessed lighting, LVP wood-like flooring, spacious walk-in closet and a linen closet. The other 2 bedrooms are generously sized and overlook the backyard. The unfinished walk-out basement is as large as the main level and contains the utility room, bathroom rough-in, kitchenette rough-in, and atrium door to the paver patio. Another unique feature of this home is the lawn equipment garage - great for hobbyists or gardeners. This space can be accessed from the basement or outdoors. It features an overhead garage door, 220v outlet, and workbench. You may drive a riding lawn mower in and out with ease. Updates include the furnace and air conditioner (Oct 2025); well pump and tank replaced (2016); the 2 septic tanks were pumped and chlorinator serviced in July 2025; honeycomb shades in the bedrooms and wood-like blinds in the kitchen (2025). There are Andersen windows and sliding doors throughout, plus a Cavitette septic system. This is a rare opportunity to own a well-maintained walk-out ranch home with acreage. Call your Realtor for an appointment today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,787
Year Built
- Built in 1989
Lot Details
- 1.67 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 150x487x169x407
- Waterfront
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,255 Sq Ft Home
- Built-In Features
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Whole House Fan
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Pocket Doors
- French Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Atrium Doors
- Great Room with Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Wilson Creek Elementary School
- Manhattan Junior High School
- Lincoln-Way West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Well
- Water Softener is Owned
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Ranch View Subdivision, Ranch Floorplan
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
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 | $9,787 | $124,650 | $30,000 | $94,650 | 
| 2023 | $9,787 | $113,100 | $27,500 | $85,600 | 
| 2022 | $8,614 | $103,750 | $22,150 | $81,600 | 
| 2021 | $8,630 | $103,750 | $22,150 | $81,600 | 
| 2020 | $8,343 | $100,450 | $22,150 | $78,300 | 
| 2019 | $8,188 | $99,100 | $20,800 | $78,300 | 
| 2018 | $8,343 | $95,200 | $20,800 | $74,400 | 
| 2017 | $8,123 | $92,350 | $20,800 | $71,550 | 
| 2016 | $7,780 | $88,250 | $20,800 | $67,450 | 
| 2015 | $7,453 | $84,550 | $20,000 | $64,550 | 
| 2014 | $7,453 | $82,850 | $20,000 | $62,850 | 
| 2013 | $7,453 | $87,550 | $20,000 | $67,550 | 
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 10/30/25 | For Sale | $499,900 | -- | $222 / Sq Ft | 
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $240,000 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | 
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $174,000 | No Value Available | 
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12498475
 
					APN: 14-12-08-101-011
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