Sold
Last Sold Price
7 beds4,065 sqft
15534 Somonauk Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
Single FamilyProperty Type
33.6 acresLot Size
1992Year Built
$209/sq ftPrice per sq ft
12 carsParking Spaces

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.

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    • Listed by: Jeffrey Kenyon 815.570.7225 jkenyon@coldwellhomes.com;jkenyon@coldwellhomes.com • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
    Listing closed: 03/19/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12375140

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    Property Information for 15534 Somonauk Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $5,864 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1 Story
    • Area: De Kalb
    • Township: Pierce
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Heat/Fuel: Electric, Propane
    • Architectural Style: Ranch
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1992
    • Lot Size: 33.60 AC / 1,463,616 SF
    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
    • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
    • 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
    Mar 19, 2026

    Sold

    MRED #12375140

    $850,000
    Jan 24, 2026

    Pending

    MRED #12375140

    Jan 24, 2026

    Contingent

    MRED #12375140

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    03/19/2026

    Sold

    MRED #12375140

    $850,000
    01/24/2026

    Pending

    MRED #12375140

    01/24/2026

    Contingent

    MRED #12375140

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

    Public Records for 15534 Somonauk Road

    Taxable ValueLand$11,982Additions$55,236Total$67,218
    Tax Record2025$4,000 ($333 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Lot Size108,900 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialCountyDEKALBAPN12-17-200-009

    Schools near 15534 Somonauk Road

    This home is within Hinckley Big Rock Community Unit School District 429.
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    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 4
    Public - 5 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Hinckley-Big Rock Elementary School
    PublicPK to 4

    Hinckley-Big Rock Middle School
    Public5 to 8

    Hinckley-Big Rock 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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