15534 Somonauk Rd

DeKalb, IL 60115

$899,900
Price
7
Beds
4,065 Sq. Ft.
$221 / Sq. Ft.
4,065
Sq. Ft.
$221
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to The Animal Ranch-a rare opportunity to own a thriving 33.6-acre organic farmstead with a rich legacy. This incredible dual-parcel property (2.5 and 31.1 acres) combines sustainable country living, income potential, and unmatched scenic beauty. At the heart of the property lies a spacious 4,065 sq ft (both levels) custom ranch built in 1992, featuring 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, a full walkout basement with a second kitchen, all wrapped in a beautiful cedar exterior. The home includes 2...Welcome to The Animal Ranch-a rare opportunity to own a thriving 33.6-acre organic farmstead with a rich legacy. This incredible dual-parcel property (2.5 and 31.1 acres) combines sustainable country living, income potential, and unmatched scenic beauty. At the heart of the property lies a spacious 4,065 sq ft (both levels) custom ranch built in 1992, featuring 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, a full walkout basement with a second kitchen, all wrapped in a beautiful cedar exterior. The home includes 2 furnace units and A/C. A 400 Amp main electric service is all underground, no overhead wires. There are a total of 7 Sub-Panels, all in conduit! You will find no Romex on the property, not to mention all water supply is in copper, which far exceeds building codes! Outdoor living shines with well manicured landscaped grounds, an attached gazebo, deck, patio, and partially complete outdoor fireplace-perfect for entertaining under the stars. The farm highlights include a New Windmill to be completed to live off-grid with your own clean energy source. 25 Organic tillable acres currently in hay production for horses, and livestock. If becoming organically "Certified" is important, this process will be a breeze as no pesticides or herbicides have been used on the field in 30+ years. There are multiple outbuildings totaling approx. 17,500 Sq Ft of which 3 buildings have their own septic tank, and a 4th septic tank has been installed in preparation for a future building. The outbuildings include: Workshop (30x36): Heated, with the 7th bathroom on the farm (toilet and shower), 3rd laundry with wash tub, hot water outlets, concrete floors, and robust power for tools or equipment. Tool Shed w/ 1-Bedroom Apartment (32x50): Livable quarters plus large machinery storage. Pony Barn (60x63 with 16' ceilings): With 3 horse stalls and a tack room. Petting Zoo Facility (60x60 with 16' ceilings) + Open Shelter Facility (60x25): Steel Building Open Span (55x100): Weatherproof storage for hay, tractors, or indoor horse arena. Nature lovers will be enchanted by wild-growing grapes, asparagus, and seasonal flowers, plus walking trails with benches shaded by mature trees and few mosquitoes making outdoor living on the farm a rare gift. The west-facing parcel boasts breathtaking panoramic views from a high elevation point, offering visibility of approximately 40 surrounding farms. Located in the Hinckley-Big Rock School District, known for its strong agricultural program and personalized student-teacher connections, this is a place to plant roots and grow legacies.
  1. Listed by Jeffrey Kenyon • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
    P: (815)-570-7225 C: (815)-570-7225 jkenyon@coldwellhomes.com;jkenyon@coldwellhomes.com

Property Details for 15534 Somonauk Road

Area
De Kalb
Township
Pierce
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
12.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Electric, Propane
Architectural Style
Ranch
LISTING UPDATED: 12/14/2025 01:31 PM

Property Details for 15534 Somonauk Road

StatusActive
MLS #12375140
Days on Market180
Taxes$5,864 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1992
Lot Size33.60 AC / 1,463,616 SF
CountyDeKalb County

Location

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Building Information for 15534 Somonauk Road

Stories-Year Built1992Building Size-Lot Size33.60 AC / 1,463,616 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,935 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,447

Property Taxes

$489

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 15534 Somonauk Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 429
  • Elementary School: Hinckley Big Rock Elementary Sch
  • Jr High Middle School: Hinckley-Big Rock Middle School
  • High School District: 429
  • High School: Hinckley-Big Rock High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 429
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Gravel, Driveway, Additional Parking, Yes, Owned
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
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
  • Interior Property Features: In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan
  • Num Of Rooms: 13
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 3
  • Community Features: Horse-Riding Area
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 7
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Service - 400 Amp or Greater
  • Basement Sq Ft: 2006
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Recreation Room, Game Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 2059
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 4065
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4065
  • Main Sq Ft: 2059
  • Lot Description: Pasture, Views
  • Lot Size: 10+ Acres
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 33.6
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Gazebo, Guest House, Mobile Home, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Stable(s), Corral(s), Feed Lot, Packing Shed, See Remarks, Storage, Utility Building(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2006.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Possible Use: Horses
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-06-30T17:50:39
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Rural: Y
  • OpenHouse Count: 3
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X24
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 16X15
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom #7 Information
  • 7th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 7
  • Bedroom #7 Room Dimensions: 11X14
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X9
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X9
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 24X15
Kitchen- 2nd Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Kitchen- 2nd
  • Dimensions: 15X14
Recreation Rm Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Rm
  • Dimensions: 39X14
Game Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Game Room
  • Dimensions: 23X17

Property History for 15534 Somonauk Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 29, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12375140

$999,900—
Jul 30, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12375140

$1,135,000—
Jul 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12375140

$1,185,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/29/2025

Price Change

MRED #12375140

$999,900
07/30/2025

Price Change

MRED #12375140

$1,135,000
07/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12375140

$1,185,000

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Public Records for 15534 Somonauk Road

Taxable ValueLand$20,071Additions$12,831Total$32,902
Tax Record2024$2,021 ($168 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size1,356,458 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialCountyDEKALBAPN12-17-200-008

Schools near 15534 Somonauk Road

This home is within Hinckley Big Rock Community Unit School District 429.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hinckley-Big Rock Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Hinckley-Big Rock Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Hinckley-Big Rock High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hinckley-Big Rock Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hinckley-Big Rock Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hinckley-Big Rock High School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 15534 Somonauk Road, DeKalb, IL 60115

15534 Somonauk Road is a single family home for sale in DeKalb, IL 60115. This property was listed for sale on July 1, 2025 by Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, it's currently listed at $899,900. This listing's school district is Hinckley Big Rock Community Unit School District 429. Nearby schools include Hinckley-Big Rock Elementary School, Hinckley-Big Rock Middle School and Hinckley-Big Rock High School. 15534 Somonauk Road is a 7-bed, 5-bath, 4,065 sqft single family home built in 1992.

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