Discover the untapped potential of 1513 N Route 23 in Marengo, IL-a ranch home set on a vast 22-acre canvas, ripe for transformation. This diamond-in-the-rough offers the perfect blend of residential living and agricultural promise. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms, a living room anchored by a fireplace, and a full bathroom-all awaiting your creative vision. The expansive, unfinished basement is a renovator's dream, offering a blank slate for additional living quarters, a workshop, or ample storage. The property itself is a mix of 5 acres of untouched woodland and 14 acres of tillable land, currently leased for seasonal income. A utilitarian machine shed stands ready for equipment storage or a creative revamp. While structurally sound, this home is a fixer-upper's paradise, brimming with opportunities for customization and updates. Ideal for investors, DIY enthusiasts, or those seeking a rustic retreat to make their own, this property is a rare gem. Don't miss this unique chance to craft your dream estate from the ground up.
Closed
$375,000
1513 N State Route 23, Marengo, IL 60152
3beds
1,176sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
22 Acres Lot
$428,000 Zestimate®
$319/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 09, 2023 at 06:35am
Listing courtesy of:
Shawn Strach 815-331-9520,
Dream Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Dulce Carrillo
Midwest SignatureProperties Co
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11896399

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached, Open
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Driveway (Gravel)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 22 Acres
- Dimensions: 809X1282X290X300X268X300X350X1280
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Utility Building(s)
- Parcel number: 1111200005
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Masonite
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Details
- Builder model: RANCH
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Marengo
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

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