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Sold for $109,000 on 06/24/25
  • $109,000

    14940 W Kerlin Rd, Lena, IL 61048

    1beds
    860sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1870
    0.5 Acres Lot
    $113,500 Zestimate®
    $127/sqft
    $835 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $113,500

    $73,000 - $178,000

    $835/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to Kerlin Schoolhouse! This historic stone cottage was built in 1870 and was once a one-room schoolhouse. Kerlin Schoolhouse is a slice of heaven in the countryside - located on a half-acre lot and completely surrounded by fields, providing a peaceful & quiet setting. The location boasts beautiful country views for miles, unobstructed sunrise and sunset viewing, as well as the dark skies for stargazing. Kerlin Schoolhouse features one bedroom (loft), one bathroom, a double detached garage, and large living spaces. Kerlin Schoolhouse is being sold completely furnished - simply move right in, or continue running as a successful Airbnb! (Special Use Permit for short-term rentals was granted by Stephenson County zoning in 2021). The cottage was completely renovated in 2021, including all new vinyl plank flooring, garage roof, insulation, all appliances, and much more. Built to last, with limestone walls nearly 2 feet thick, a metal roof, and low maintenance stone exterior. Kerlin Schoolhouse features a small footprint and low cost of living. The stone cottage was equipped with high-speed wifi internet, but was also recently wired for fiber optic. Now is your chance to grab your slice of heaven in the countryside!

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: June 24, 2025 at 02:09pm

    Listed by:

    TRISHA OPPOLD 815-541-7138,

    Barnes Realty, Inc.

    Bought with:

    KATIE MCPEEK, 475133587

    Jim Sullivan Realty

    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202501162MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 168
    • Dimensions: 12 x 14
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 360
    • Dimensions: 15 x 24
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 360
    • Dimensions: 15 x 24
    Heating
    • Electric
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, LP Gas Tank, LP Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: None
    Features
    • Has basement: No
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 860
    • Total interior livable area: 860 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 140
    • Finished area below ground: 720

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Detached, Gravel
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Country
    Lot
    • Size: 0.50 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 110614300002

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick/Stone
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • Year built: 1870

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Lena
    • Subdivision: IL

    Other

    Other facts
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/24/2025Sold$109,000-5.1%$127/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202501162 Report a problem
    5/20/2025Pending sale$114,900$134/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202501162 Report a problem
    4/28/2025Price change$114,900-8.1%$134/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202501162 Report a problem
    3/15/2025Listed for sale$125,000+138.1%$145/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202501162 Report a problem
    2/15/2021Sold$52,500-4.5%$61/sqft
    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #170959 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$1,896 -0.2%$26,285 +17.1%
    2023$1,900 +9.1%$22,453 +10.9%
    2022$1,742 +9.4%$20,250 +9.1%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 61048

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: LeWin
    • Middle: LeWin
    • High: LeWin
    • District: LeWin

    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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