17531 Old Fairgrounds Rd

Petersburg, IL 62675

$469,900
Price
3
Beds
3,323 Sq. Ft.
$141 / Sq. Ft.
3,323
Sq. Ft.
$141
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Stunning 3 bed/2.5 bath Hearthstone Log Home nestled in 2.25 Ac of mature trees! One in a million setting opportunity! Exterior boasts natural logs w chinking, cedar shake roof, 2 covered porches & nature out your door! Inside has impeccable woodwork, solid doors & real hand carved beams. The Kitchen has cherry custom built cabinetry from Stott mill. The cypress countertops are durable & one of a kind! Liv Rm is cozy w vaulted ceilings, wood beams, focal staircase & stone FP. Upstairs is the master...Stunning 3 bed/2.5 bath Hearthstone Log Home nestled in 2.25 Ac of mature trees! One in a million setting opportunity! Exterior boasts natural logs w chinking, cedar shake roof, 2 covered porches & nature out your door! Inside has impeccable woodwork, solid doors & real hand carved beams. The Kitchen has cherry custom built cabinetry from Stott mill. The cypress countertops are durable & one of a kind! Liv Rm is cozy w vaulted ceilings, wood beams, focal staircase & stone FP. Upstairs is the master suite w/ newly remodeled master bath in 2019! Custom cherry vanity & mirror, Travertine flooring & walk in shower. PLUS, custom walk in closet. Bedroom 2 could be a neat upper office or nursery! Such upgraded detail throughout and it overlooks the Living Rm. At the other end, sits the Family Rm, Dining Rm & Sunroom that gives more family space! Tons of windows let the natural light in & makes for a great gathering place! The sunroom is both heated and cooled for year round enjoyment & have Amazing views, access to covered porch & cool barn scenery! The LL walk out was remodeled in 2021~new full bath, Rec room & Den space , PLUS a HUGE Bedroom 3. Property includes 3 car garage 2 up/1 down & Storage, a 20 x 38 shed w concrete floor, 26 x 36 heated / insulated shed w/concrete floor/lean to and handmade touches of barn doors, lanterns & weathervane. Such custom finishes and much love went into this stunning home w/ one of a kind setting ~ see it TODAY!
  1. Listed by Kim Wenda • RE/MAX Professionals

Property Details for 17531 Old Fairgrounds Road

Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 11/13/2025 02:01 PM

Property Details for 17531 Old Fairgrounds Road

StatusActive
MLS #CA1038583
Days on Market126
Taxes$7,029 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1990
Lot Size2.25 AC / 98,010 SF
CountyMenard County

Location

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Building Information for 17531 Old Fairgrounds Road

Stories-Year Built1990Building Size-Lot Size2.25 AC / 98,010 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,908 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,322

Property Taxes

$586

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 17531 Old Fairgrounds Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Petersburg
  • County Or Parish: Menard
  • Directions: Take Rt 97 N through Petersburg. Turn R on Old Fairgrounds Road. Follow to Home on the L
  • Latitude: 40.021015
  • Longitude: -89.855091
  • MLSArea Minor: Petersburg,Tallula,Oakford
  • Postal Code: 62675
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 11-11-400-027
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,029
  • Tax Legal Description: See Tax Records
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School: Porta CUSD #202
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached, Oversized, Tandem, Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2075.0
  • Living Area: 3323.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Sloped, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.25
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 2.25
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map,Legal Description
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Poured Concrete
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1990
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Septic System
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: AMEREN
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Exterior Features: Lean-To
  • Roof: Shake
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Log, Stone, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Egress Window(s), Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Gas Water Heater
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 1463.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 612.0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1248.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 16.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 14.8
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 24.8
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 14.2
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 14.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 9
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.4
Room 10
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 12.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 15.8
Room 11
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 12.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.8
Room 12
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 23.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.5
Room 13
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 23.1
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Room Width: 15.4
Room 14
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 5.5
Room 15
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Description: Sun Room
  • Room Length: 18.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 11.5
Room 16
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 17531 Old Fairgrounds Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 17, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #1038583

—
Dec 17, 2025

Price Change

MRED #1038583

$469,900—
Aug 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #1038583

$479,900—
Aug 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1038583

$479,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/17/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #1038583

—
12/17/2025

Price Change

MRED #1038583

$469,900
08/19/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #1038583

$479,900
08/19/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1038583

$479,900

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

Public Records for 17531 Old Fairgrounds Road

Taxable ValueLand$8,463Additions$92,173Total$100,636
Tax Record2023$7,029 ($586 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size97,574 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyMENARDAPN11-11-400-027

Schools near 17531 Old Fairgrounds Road

This home is within Porta Community Unit School District 202.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Petersburg Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
Porta Central
Public - 3 to 6
Porta High School
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Petersburg Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Porta Central
Public3 to 6

Porta High School
Public7 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 17531 Old Fairgrounds Road, Petersburg, IL 62675

17531 Old Fairgrounds Road is a single family home for sale in Petersburg, IL 62675. This property was listed for sale on August 19, 2025 by RE/MAX Professionals, it's currently listed at $469,900. This listing's school district is Porta Community Unit School District 202. Nearby schools include Petersburg Elementary School, Porta Central and Porta High School. 17531 Old Fairgrounds Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 3,323 sqft single family home built in 1990.

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