Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,378 sqft$141/sqft
22782 A Short Rd, Lanark, IL 61046
Single FamilyProperty Type
16.38 acresLot Size
2000Year Built
$141/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Hidden Gem with Country Charm on 16 Acres! Discover this hidden gem offering timeless country charm, modern comfort, and plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. Outside is truly a dream come true—this agriculturally zoned property offers 16 total acres, including 11 acres currently leased for crops, providing income potential and excellent farmland. The remaining acreage features beautiful wooded areas teeming with wildlife, perfect for hunting or quiet nature walks. The outbuilding is a standout...Hidden Gem with Country Charm on 16 Acres! Discover this hidden gem offering timeless country charm, modern comfort, and plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. Outside is truly a dream come true—this agriculturally zoned property offers 16 total acres, including 11 acres currently leased for crops, providing income potential and excellent farmland. The remaining acreage features beautiful wooded areas teeming with wildlife, perfect for hunting or quiet nature walks. The outbuilding is a standout feature, offering a heated garage and bathroom, plus space easily adaptable for animals, a workshop, or additional storage. Whether you’re looking to farm, raise livestock, hunt, or simply enjoy a private rural retreat, this property delivers it all. Step in the house and you will find the large L-shaped kitchen and dining area providing 338 sq. ft. and featuring abundant cabinets with pull-out shelves and a pantry closet, perfect for cooking, hosting, and family gatherings. The living room welcomes you with a cathedral ceiling, wet bar, and stunning stone fireplace that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The primary suite also features a cathedral ceiling, a private bath with separate water closet, and a large walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a laundry room complete the main level. An attached garage offers added convenience. The walk-out lower level expands your living space with a family room opening to an expansive patio and fire pit, ideal for gatherings. The large bedroom downstairs also walks out to the patio and includes an oversized walk-in closet with abundant storage. Two additional rooms provide flexible space for an office, storage, or hobbies, plus another full bath on this level. Experience the best of country living—peace, privacy, wildlife, and charm at every turn!
  • Listed by: Margaret Rominski m.rominski@yahoo.com • BARNES REALTY, INC.
Listing closed: 12/30/2025 12:00 AM • Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 202506781

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$390,000

Avg days on market

68

Sale-to-list ratio

92.5%

Lanark, IL

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Location

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Sold By MEL FOSTER CO.

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Property Information for 22782 A Short Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,183 / year
  • MLS Type: House / 1 Story
  • Style: Ranch
  • Garage: 2.0
  • Garage Type/Driveway: Asphalt, Attached, Garage Remote/Opener
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Lot Size: 16.38 AC / 713,512 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: LANARK
  • State: IL
  • Zip: 61046
  • Address: 22782A Short Road
  • County: Carroll County
  • Zip Code: 61046
  • Year Built: 2000
  • School District: Eastland
  • Elementary School 1: Eastland
  • Middle School: Eastland
  • High School: Eastland
  • Township: Freedom
Taxes and HOA
  • HOA Fee: $0
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Taxes: $3,183
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Acreage: 16.38
  • Property Type: Agriculture, Wooded, Country View
  • Road Frontage: Easement, Hard Surface Road
  • Est Below Grade Fin SqFt: 1689
  • Est Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3378
  • Est Above Grade SqFt: 1689
Property and Assessments
  • Class: HOUSE
  • Type: House
  • Status: SOLD & CLOSED
  • Ownership Type: Fee Simple
  • PIN: 040424200002
  • HUD: No
Utilities
  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • General Features: Basement Entrance, Deck, Laundry 1st Floor, L.L. Finished Space, Main Floor Primary, Out Building(s), Fire-Pit/Fireplace
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Stove/Range Fuel: Gas
  • Fireplace Type: Both Gas and Wood
  • Basement: Basement Entrance, Finished
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Water Heater: LP Gas
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Baths: 4
  • Half Baths: 0
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • # Full Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # 1/2 Baths Upper Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Main Lvl: 3
  • # 1/2 Baths Main Lvl: 0
  • # Full Baths Lower Lvl: 1
  • # 1/2 Baths Lower Lvl: 0
  • Total Baths: 4.0
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Propane
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Appl Stay/Incl: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, LP Gas Tank
  • Interior Features: Bar-Wet, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-Vaults/Cathedral, Walk-In Closet, Ceiling Fan Remote(s)
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 11
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 10
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 11
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 10
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Length: 21
  • Bedroom 4 Width: 17
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Walk Out
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: No
  • Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room
  • Family Room: Yes
  • Family Room Length: 24
  • Family Room Width: 15
  • Family Room Level: Walk Out
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 19
  • Kitchen Width: 23
  • Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room Length: 21
  • Living Room Width: 17
  • Living Room Level: Main
Recreation Room
  • Rec Room: No
Additional Rooms
  • Addl Room 5 Length: 6
  • Addl Room 5 Width: 5
  • Addl Room 5 Name: Laundry
  • Addl Room 5 Level: Main
  • Addl Room 6 Name: Bonus Room
  • Addl Room 6 Level: Lower
  • Addl Room 6 Length: 11
  • Addl Room 6 Width: 11
  • Addl Room 7 Name: Bonus 2
  • Addl Room 7 Length: 15
  • Addl Room 7 Width: 13
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease: No
  • Rental License Y/N: No

Property History for 22782 A Short Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 30, 2025

Sold

MRED #12507148

$475,000
Dec 29, 2025

Sold

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506781

$475,000
Nov 27, 2025

Pending

MRED #12507148

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/30/2025

Sold

MRED #12507148

$475,000
12/29/2025

Sold

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506781

$475,000
11/27/2025

Pending

MRED #12507148

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

Public Records for 22782 A Short Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,877Additions$55,017Total$58,894
Tax Record2020$3,012 ($251 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,689 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,689 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,348,618 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2000CountyCARROLLAPN04-04-24-200-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 22782 A Short Road

This home is within Eastland Community Unit School District 308.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Eastland Middle School
PublicPK to 6

Eastland High School
Public7 to 12

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