14286 Highway 72

Genoa, IL 60135

$399,900
Price
3
Beds
1,200 Sq. Ft.
$333 / Sq. Ft.
1,200
Sq. Ft.
$333
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Discover the charm and potential of country living with this 3-bedroom, 1-bath farmhouse situated on 2.88 picturesque acres just off State Route 72. Inside, you'll find a spacious eat-in kitchen, a large formal dining room, and a generous living room that's perfect for gathering with family and friends. A room located just off the bathroom offers the potential for a convenient first-floor laundry. Upstairs, the home features three spacious bedrooms with abundant closet space. Outside, the property...Discover the charm and potential of country living with this 3-bedroom, 1-bath farmhouse situated on 2.88 picturesque acres just off State Route 72. Inside, you'll find a spacious eat-in kitchen, a large formal dining room, and a generous living room that's perfect for gathering with family and friends. A room located just off the bathroom offers the potential for a convenient first-floor laundry. Upstairs, the home features three spacious bedrooms with abundant closet space. Outside, the property is highlighted by a rare historic round barn with a classic gambrel roof and cupola, offering exceptional character, storage, and endless possibilities for hobby farming, equipment storage, workshop space, or creative repurposing. Additional outbuildings include a large pole building and a detached garage, providing ample room for vehicles, machinery, livestock, or recreational equipment. Surrounded by scenic farmland, this property offers peaceful country living with the convenience of easy access to State Route 72. Whether you're searching for a charming rural homestead, hobby farm, or a property with unique historic appeal, this one is full of opportunity.
  1. Listed by Tammy Engel • RE/MAX Classic
    P: (815)-482-3726 C: (815)-482-3726 Tammy@eshometeam.com
  2. Listed by Amy Joy Smith-Heine • RE/MAX Classic
    P: (815)-784-2800 C: (815)-761-6933 eshometeam@gmail.com; amy@eshometeam.com

Property Details for 14286 Highway 72

Area
Genoa
Township
Genoa
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
None
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Electric
LISTING UPDATED: 07/02/2026 04:58 AM

Property Details for 14286 Highway 72

StatusNew
MLS #12692997
Days on Market2
Taxes$14,261 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1900
Lot Size2.88 AC / 125,452 SF
CountyDeKalb County
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Location

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Building Information for 14286 Highway 72

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size2.88 AC / 125,452 SF

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Property Information for 14286 Highway 72

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 424
  • High School District: 424
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 424
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Gravel, Garage, Yes, Detached
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 89.66 X 200 X 80.90 X 367.30 X 370 X 366.80
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Other
  • Construction: Other
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-07-01T18:27:38
  • Photos Count: 33
  • Habitable Residence: Yes
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: Image360+realtor
  • Virtual Tour YN: Yes
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 8X7
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 9X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 17X15
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Dimensions: 9X11

Property History for 14286 Highway 72

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12692997

$399,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12692997

$399,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 14286 Highway 72

Taxable ValueLand$25,830Additions$48,658Total$74,488
Tax Record2025$5,529 ($461 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size125,453 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyDEKALBAPN03-29-200-008

Schools near 14286 Highway 72

This home is within Genoa Kingston Community Unit School District 424.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kingston Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
Genoa Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Genoa-Kingston Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Genoa-Kingston High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Kingston Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Genoa Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Genoa-Kingston Middle School
Public6 to 8

Genoa-Kingston High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 14286 Highway 72, Genoa, IL 60135

14286 Highway 72 is a single family home for sale in Genoa, IL 60135. This property was listed for sale on July 1, 2026 by RE/MAX Classic, it's currently listed at $399,900. This listing's school district is Genoa Kingston Community Unit School District 424. Nearby schools include Kingston Elementary School, Genoa Elementary School and Genoa-Kingston Middle School. 14286 Highway 72 is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,200 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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