Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,272 sqft
257 E 8th Rd, Dana, IL 61321
Single FamilyProperty Type
4.61 acresLot Size
1913Year Built
$123/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

This country property has so much to offer! 4.61 acres with multiple outbuildings and a high tensile ag fencing installed in 2017 to provide multiple pasture areas for animals! 3 bedroom 2 bath home with ample space for entertaining. Kitchen was newly renovated in 2020 with new cabinets, flooring, light fixtures and appliances that stay. Oversized family room with the ability to add a stove if buyer would like. Dining area with a wood burning stove that also has french doors that open to the sun...This country property has so much to offer! 4.61 acres with multiple outbuildings and a high tensile ag fencing installed in 2017 to provide multiple pasture areas for animals! 3 bedroom 2 bath home with ample space for entertaining. Kitchen was newly renovated in 2020 with new cabinets, flooring, light fixtures and appliances that stay. Oversized family room with the ability to add a stove if buyer would like. Dining area with a wood burning stove that also has french doors that open to the sun room. Living room, utility and 2 full baths complete the lower level. Second level has 3 Bedrooms and a large open area that can be used for a bonus room. Home has a large outdoor deck that wraps around the home providing a great flow for entertaining and enjoying the peace and tranquility this property has to offer. So many updates to this home. Roof and gutters (2021), New Furnace and Central Air Unit (2022), Water pressure tank (2021), Well pump (2024), Water heater (2019), Water softener (2017). Playground equipment stays.

    Sold By Star Grieff Realty

    • Listed by: Star Grieff 815.848.0015 star@stargrieffrealty.com • Star Grieff Realty
    Listing closed: 08/29/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12012395

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    Avg days on market

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    Sale-to-list ratio

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    Property Information for 257 East 8th Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $4,838 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • Area: Dana
    • Subdivision: Not Applicable
    • Township: Groveland
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 6.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Propane
    • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1913
    • Lot Size: 4.61 AC / 200,811 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 6
    • Elementary School: Fieldcrest Elementary School
    • Jr High Middle School: Fieldcrest Jr High
    • High School District: 6
    • High School: Fieldcrest High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 6
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage Details: 7 Foot or more high garage door
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Detached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
    • Num Of Rooms: 8
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 3
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Basement Description: Unfinished
    • Basement Sq Ft: 784
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room
    • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
    • Num of Baths: 2.0
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Septic-Private
    • Water: Private Well
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned
    • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV Antenna, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 2022
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 100+ Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 2272
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2272
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 3056
    • Main Sq Ft: 1488
    • Upper Sq Ft: 784
    • Lot Description: Horses Allowed, Mature Trees
    • Lot Size: 4.0-4.99 Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 640X309X650X298
    • Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s)
    • Zero Lot Line: No
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Gravel
    • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • Living Area Source: Estimated
    • Lot Size Source: County Records
    • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 784
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 3
    • Document Date: 2024-03-27T18:10:08
    • Green Supporting Documents: N
    • Photos Count: 45
    • Rural: Y
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: None
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X10
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X10
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X10
    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: 14X13
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 16X13
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X15
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 10X10
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 39X16
    Heated Sun Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
    • Dimensions: 19X12

    Property History for 257 East 8th Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 29, 2024

    Sold

    MRED #12012395

    $280,000
    Aug 26, 2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1540156336

    $280,000

    +6.4% / yr

    Apr 2, 2024

    Pending

    MRED #12012395

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/29/2024

    Sold

    MRED #12012395

    $280,000
    08/26/2024

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1540156336

    $280,000

    +6.4% / yr

    04/02/2024

    Pending

    MRED #12012395

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

    Public Records for 257 East 8th Road

    Taxable ValueLand$18,485Additions$68,738Total$87,223
    Tax Record2025$6,437 ($536 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt2,272 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,272 SqFtStories2Lot Size200,812 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1913Year Renovated1913CountyLASALLEAPN37-20-207-000

    Schools near 257 East 8th Road

    This home is within Fieldcrest Community Unit School District 6.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 2
    Public - 3 to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Fieldcrest Primary School
    PublicPK to 2

    Fieldcrest Intermediate School
    Public3 to 5

    Fieldcrest Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Fieldcrest 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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