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3 beds2,142 sqft
312 E Buckeye Rd, Dakota, IL 61018
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Single FamilyProperty Type
3.31 acresLot Size
1930Year Built
$224/sq ftPrice per sq ft
7 carsParking Spaces

Description

Escape to the country (Orangeville Schools) without sacrificing comfort or quality! Situated on 3.3 picturesque acres, this exceptional farmette has been thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom and is ready for animals, contractors, hobbyists, or anyone dreaming of extra space to live, work, and play. This over 2,000-square-foot home has been completely renovated with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, creating a warm, inviting space that's truly move-in ready. Major mechanical updates...Escape to the country (Orangeville Schools) without sacrificing comfort or quality! Situated on 3.3 picturesque acres, this exceptional farmette has been thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom and is ready for animals, contractors, hobbyists, or anyone dreaming of extra space to live, work, and play. This over 2,000-square-foot home has been completely renovated with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, creating a warm, inviting space that's truly move-in ready. Major mechanical updates include a new furnace and central air installed in 2025 with dual zones, giving you peace of mind for years to come. The outbuildings are just as impressive! A massive 60' x 110' metal building offers endless possibilities and features a heated shop area with water, making it ideal for a business, equipment storage, workshop, or year-round projects. You'll also find a substantial 40' x 112' two-story barn and an additional 40' x 80' pole building, providing incredible flexibility for livestock, machinery, storage, or recreational use. Meticulously maintained and rebuilt over the past 20 years, this property showcases exceptional pride of ownership throughout. Whether you're looking for a turnkey hobby farm, a contractor's headquarters, or simply a beautiful country property with outstanding buildings, this one checks all the boxes. Opportunities like this are rare-schedule your private showing today!
79 days on Market
  • Listed by: Kimberly Taylor 815.541.5557 realtorkimberlytaylor@gmail.com; nexthomefirstclass@gmail.com • NextHome First Class
  • Listed by: Becky Taylor 815.232.4433 becky.nexthomefirstclass@gmail.com • NextHome First Class
Last updated: 09/23/2026 04:39 PM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12692143

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Property Information for 312 East Buckeye Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,406 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • Area: Dakota
  • Township: Buckeye
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Heat/Fuel: Propane, Forced Air
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 3.31 AC / 144,183 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 203
  • High School District: 203
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 203
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Detached
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Office
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2268
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2268
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2268
  • Main Sq Ft: 1176
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1092
  • Lot Size: 3.0-3.99 Acres
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 3.31
  • Other Structures: Workshop, Barn(s), Outbuilding
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2026-07-07T19:13:20
  • Photos Count: 44
  • 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: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X12
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: 16X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X13
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 12X12

Property History for 312 East Buckeye Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 23, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12692143

—
Jul 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12692143

$479,000—
Mar 31, 2026

Expired

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506098

$549,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/23/2026

Contingent

MRED #12692143

—
07/07/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12692143

$479,000
03/31/2026

Expired

NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202506098

$549,000

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

Public Records for 312 East Buckeye Road

Taxable ValueLand$12,826Additions$66,650Total$79,476
Tax Record2025$6,406 ($534 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt2,536 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,536 SqFtStories2Lot Size144,184 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1940CountySTEPHENSONAPN13-09-20-100-004

Schools near 312 East Buckeye Road

This home is within Orangeville Community Unit School District 203.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Orangeville Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Orangeville Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Orangeville High School
Public9 to 12

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