$380,000

5440 Miller Rd Shabbona, IL 60550

Estimated payment $2,542/month

Total Views 840
5 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,196 Sq Ft
$173 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • 3 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Indian Creek High School Rated 9+
  • Mature Trees
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Welcome to the country! This true farmhouse sits on 3 beautiful acres, offering peace, privacy, and plenty of room to roam. If you're seeking quiet, space, and a classic rural lifestyle, this 4-5 bedroom, 1.1bath home delivers all of that and more. A private drive leads you to the property, where a large outdoor awning provides covered parking or a perfect spot for gatherings with family and friends. Follow the concrete walkway to the front door and step into a spacious, eatin country kitchen featuring hardwood floors, a fullyapplianced layout, and an inviting open feel. The formal living room offers a comfortable setting for hosting, while the cozy family room - complete with a woodburning stove - is ideal for unwinding in the evenings and enjoying the sweeping country views. A separate dining room with hardwood floors adds even more space for entertaining. A nearby half bath sits between the mainlevel bedroom, which could easily be converted into a firstfloor laundry or craft room if desired. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms. Two feature original hardwood floors, and all include nicely sized closets. The primary bedroom, located in the south corner of the home, offers soft carpeting and serene views of the countryside. The remodeled full bathroom is spacious and bright. A thirdlevel attic provides excellent additional storage, and the full, unfinished basement houses all mechanicals with even more room for storage. Outdoors, the property truly shines. A twocar detached garage with an attached shed is perfect for tools and equipment. A 5030 outbuilding offers fantastic space for farm machinery, recreational vehicles, or hobbies. There is a workshop as well - perfect man cave material. You'll also find a chicken coop, garden beds, fruit trees, mature landscaping, and a custom patio ideal for outdoor dining. The expansive green space and mature trees create a peaceful, picturesque setting across all 3 acres. Quiet country living awaits - all just 20 minutes from DeKalb for shopping and dining. This charming farmhouse offers the best of both worlds: a serene rural lifestyle with convenient access to town. Come experience the beauty and calm of this country gem.

Listing Agent

Maria Pena-Graham

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475128048 Listed on: 05/13/2026

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,831

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 3 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 260.06x502.50
  • Mature Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Additional Parking
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Unassigned Parking

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Block Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,196 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Workshop
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Indian Creek High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,831

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

3 Acres

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: 1915
  • Age: 100+ 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: Contingent
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, High Ceilings
  • LivingArea: 2196
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2196
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 3294
  • Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Block, Stone
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: Workshop, Outbuilding, Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Unassigned, Additional Parking, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 10

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: None
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Propane
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • High School: Indian Creek High School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 3
  • Lot Dimensions: 260.06x502.50
  • Rural (Y/N): Y
  • Lot Size: 3.0-3.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5831.04
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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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
2025 $5,238 $91,066 $23,981 $67,085
2024 $4,781 $80,969 $21,322 $59,647
2023 $4,352 $71,275 $18,769 $52,506
2022 $4,352 $64,796 $17,063 $47,733
2021 $4,302 $61,628 $16,229 $45,399
2020 $4,186 $58,963 $15,527 $43,436
2019 $4,041 $56,750 $14,944 $41,806
2018 $3,905 $54,379 $14,320 $40,059
2017 $3,707 $51,108 $13,459 $37,649
2016 $3,637 $49,881 $13,136 $36,745
2015 -- $47,057 $12,392 $34,665
2014 -- $45,589 $12,005 $33,584
2013 -- $46,917 $12,355 $34,562
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/13/2026 05/13/26 For Sale $380,000 -- $173 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $205,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $169,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $184,500 Stand Alone First
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12646715

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 10-36-400-003

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