
8304 Howe Rd Wonder Lake, IL 60097
Giant Oak Estates NeighborhoodHighlights
- Barn
- Horses Allowed On Property
- Stream or River on Lot
- Woodstock North High School Rated A-
- Deck
- Wooded Lot
About This Home
As of December 2024Welcome to this charming 3-story farmhouse nestled on 4.6 acres of picturesque land, featuring a classic Sears Catalog barn-an ideal canvas for a modern homestead. This inviting home boasts a spacious layout across three finished levels, offering 6 bedrooms and 2.1 baths. Enjoy a sunny library, a formal dining room, a formal parlor, powder room, & a beautiful stone fireplace in the living room. Recessed lighting & a large country kitchen with a walk-in pantry add to the appeal. 4 spacious bedrooms & a full bath plus 2 linen closets are on the second floor which also has 7 ft ceilings. The third floor is a versatile space, potentially transformed into a private primary suite complete with its own bath, a walk-through closet, & breathtaking views of the property. The expansive barn is structurally sound & serves as a garage, workshop, storage & an area that could be for livestock. A stream meanders through the property, dividing the back wooded area with existing trails, perfect for exploration. Zoned A-1 (Agricultural), this property allows for horses or other livestock. Recent updates include a new roof, gutters & downspouts on both the home & barn (2022), upgraded electric service in the barn (2020), resurfaced deck with structural repairs and a new ramp, & natural gas grill hookup (2019). Interior improvements include new paint on most of the first and second floors (2018/2019), beadboard panels in the master bedroom (2018), refinished original wood floors (2018), a new water pressure tank (2022), high efficiency furnace, central humidifier, water heater, & water softener (2019). Partial estate fencing (2020) is present on the front and east side of the yard. **Please note that the home and all personal property are being sold as-is. This property is not eligible for FHA or VA financing. AGENT RELATED SELLER** While it may require some updates, with your vision and effort, it has the potential to become the hobby farm of your dreams.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,815
Year Built
- Built in 1915
Lot Details
- 4.6 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 330x660
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Gravel Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,534 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Whole House Fan
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Free Standing Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Great Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Finished Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Solar Tube
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Stream or River on Lot
- Deck
- Patio
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
Schools
- Greenwood Elementary School
- Northwood Middle School
- Woodstock North High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Two Heating Systems
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
- Well
- Gas Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
- Private or Community Septic Tank
Additional Features
- Barn
- Horses Allowed On Property
Community Details
- Farmhouse
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
12/20/2024 12/20/24 | Sold | $389,900 | -8.2% | $154 / Sq Ft |
11/06/2024 11/06/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/24/2024 10/24/24 | Price Changed | $424,900 | -3.4% | $168 / Sq Ft |
09/01/2024 09/01/24 | For Sale | $439,900 | +91.3% | $174 / Sq Ft |
06/22/2018 06/22/18 | Sold | $229,900 | 0.0% | $91 / Sq Ft |
04/19/2018 04/19/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/14/2018 04/14/18 | Price Changed | $229,900 | -4.2% | $91 / Sq Ft |
03/12/2018 03/12/18 | For Sale | $239,900 | -- | $95 / Sq Ft |
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 | $8,815 | $119,496 | $36,246 | $83,250 |
2022 | $8,479 | $107,374 | $32,569 | $74,805 |
2021 | $8,153 | $99,901 | $30,302 | $69,599 |
2020 | $7,921 | $94,719 | $28,730 | $65,989 |
2019 | $7,595 | $89,181 | $27,050 | $62,131 |
2018 | $7,810 | $83,668 | $25,378 | $58,290 |
2017 | $7,701 | $78,525 | $23,818 | $54,707 |
2016 | $7,820 | $73,718 | $22,360 | $51,358 |
2013 | -- | $73,034 | $22,153 | $50,881 |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $350,910 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $350,910 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $50,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $225,250 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $218,400 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $520,000 | Commercial | |
Previous Owner | $185,770 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $145,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $332,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $190,800 | No Value Available |
Deed History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $390,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | $390,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | $230,000 | Hertage Title Co | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | Heritage Title Co | |
Warranty Deed | $220,000 | Heritage Title Company | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $400,000 | Express Title Serv Inc | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | Express Title Service Inc | |
Sheriffs Deed | $73,500 | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | $212,000 | Chicago Title |
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