5611 Highway 156
Description
Escape to the country and enjoy a self-sufficient lifestyle on this 3.05-acre hobby farm. Ideal for animal lovers, homesteaders, or anyone seeking peaceful rural living, the property is well-equipped and ready for your vision. The animal barn features a birthing pen, large run, and separate male area with two shelters—great for goats or small livestock. A functional smokehouse nearby is ready for curing meats and adding flavor to your harvest....Peaceful 3-Acre Hobby Farm with Barn, Smokehouse & Garden
Escape to the country and enjoy a self-sufficient lifestyle on this 3.05-acre hobby farm. Ideal for animal lovers, homesteaders, or anyone seeking peaceful rural living, the property is well-equipped and ready for your vision. The animal barn features a birthing pen, large run, and separate male area with two shelters—great for goats or small livestock. A functional smokehouse nearby is ready for curing meats and adding flavor to your harvest. The chicken coop offers easy maintenance and a healthy space for your flock. A productive garden is supported by a rainwater irrigation system, and several fruit trees provide seasonal produce. The 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers rustic charm and comfortable living. A detached two-car garage adds space for vehicles, tools, or equipment. Whether you're raising animals, growing food, or enjoying the open space, this property supports a peaceful, purposeful lifestyle.
- Listed by Linda Frierdich • Century 21 Advantage
Property Details for 5611 Highway 156
Property Details for 5611 Highway 156
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 25032914 |
| Days on Market | 145 |
| Taxes | $2,317 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1933 |
| Lot Size | - |
| County | Monroe County |
Location
Sold By Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
Building Information for 5611 Highway 156
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$1,503 per month
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Property Information for 5611 Highway 156
- City: Waterloo
- County Or Parish: Monroe
- Directions: GPS Friendly
- Latitude: 38.318965
- Longitude: -90.107851
- Postal Code: 62298
- State Or Province: IL
- Sub division Name: na
- List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
- Parcel Number: 08-33-100-008-000
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,317.00
- Tax Legal Description: PART TAX LOT 2 B
- Tax Year: 2023
- Attached Garage: No
- Carport Spaces: 0.0
- Carport: No
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Detached
- Parking Total: 2.0
- Elementary School: WATERLOO DIST 5
- High School: Waterloo
- High School District: Waterloo DIST 5
- Middle Or Junior School: WATERLOO DIST 5
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://mls.realtour.biz/5611IL-156/Waterloo/IL
- Living Area: 1125.0
- Lot Features: Suitable for Horses
- Lot Size Acres: 3.26
- Lot Size Dimensions: 3.26
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1125.0
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
- Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
- Documents Available: Aerial Photos,Plat
- Documents Count: 2
- Photos Count: 32
- Year Built: 1933
- Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
- Ownership Type: Private
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water Source: Well
- Road Surface Type: Gravel
- Pool Private: No
- Basement: Full
- Basement YN: Yes
- Levels: One
- Main Level Bedrooms: 3.0
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- Fireplace Features: None
- Fireplaces Total: 0
- Fireplace: No
- Heating: Forced Air
- Rooms Total: 7
- Room Dimensions: 14x14
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Width: 14.0
- Room Dimensions: 14x17
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Dimensions: 5x13
- Room Length: 5.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Dimensions: 12x14
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Width: 14.0
- Room Dimensions: 16x9
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Width: 9.0
- Room Dimensions: 9x13
- Room Length: 9.0
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Dimensions: 8x6
- Room Length: 8.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bathroom
- Room Width: 6.0
Property History for 5611 Highway 156
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2025 | Closed MARIS #25032914 | $265,000 | — |
| Oct 7, 2025 | Pending MARIS #25032914 | — | |
| Sep 24, 2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1917207181 | $265,000 | +5.8% / yr |
| Aug 15, 2025 | Active Under Contract MARIS #25032914 | — | |
| May 15, 2025 | Listed (Active) MARIS #25032914 | $300,000 | — |
| Jul 7, 2015 | Withdrawn MARIS #4005734 | $149,900 | — |
| Apr 26, 2013 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #351624196 | $131,500 | -1.4% / yr |
| Apr 26, 2013 | Closed MARIS #4202677 | $131,500 | — |
| Apr 25, 2013 | Closed MARIS #4202677 | $134,000 | — |
| Apr 25, 2013 | Closed MARIS #4202677 | $131,500 | — |
| Feb 26, 2013 | Listed (Active) MARIS #4202677 | $134,000 | — |
| May 4, 2011 | Listed (Active) MARIS #4005734 | $149,900 | — |
| Feb 6, 2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #266283892 | $141,500 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | Closed MARIS #25032914 | $265,000 |
| 10/07/2025 | Pending MARIS #25032914 | — |
| 09/24/2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1917207181 | $265,000 +5.8% / yr |
| 08/15/2025 | Active Under Contract MARIS #25032914 | — |
| 05/15/2025 | Listed (Active) MARIS #25032914 | $300,000 |
| 07/07/2015 | Withdrawn MARIS #4005734 | $149,900 |
| 04/26/2013 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #351624196 | $131,500 -1.4% / yr |
| 04/26/2013 | Closed MARIS #4202677 | $131,500 |
| 04/25/2013 | Closed MARIS #4202677 | $134,000 |
| 04/25/2013 | Closed MARIS #4202677 | $131,500 |
| 02/26/2013 | Listed (Active) MARIS #4202677 | $134,000 |
| 05/04/2011 | Listed (Active) MARIS #4005734 | $149,900 |
| 02/06/2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #266283892 | $141,500 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 5611 Highway 156
Schools near 5611 Highway 156
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 1 | |||
| Public - | 2 to 3 | |||
| Public - | 4 to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
W J Zahnow Elementary School PublicPK to 1 | ||
Rogers Elementary School Public2 to 3 | ||
Gardner Elementary School Public4 to 5 | ||
Waterloo Junior High School Public6 to 8 |
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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