Welcome 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.
Closed
$389,900
8304 Howe Rd, Wonder Lake, IL 60097
6beds
2,534sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
4.60 Acres lot
$407,100 Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 22, 2024 at 12:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Emily Ruhnke 815-690-4738,
RE/MAX Plaza,
Marge Ruhnke,
RE/MAX Plaza
Bought with:
Dorene Swanson
Glacier Realty, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12153037

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Third
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Third
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X25
Great room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Humidifier
- Laundry: First Floor Laundry
Features
- Solar Tube(s), First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partial
- Attic: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Free Standing, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 896
- Total interior livable area: 2,534 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Open
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage (Garage Door Opener(s), Heated), Driveway (Gravel)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Waterfront features: Stream(s)
Lot
- Size: 4.60 Acres
- Dimensions: 330X660
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 0801200021
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Details
- Builder model: FARMHOUSE
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Wonder Lake
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

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