10538 N PECATONICA (5+AC) Road, LEAF RIVER, IL 61047
Key Facts
Description
NEW ROOF ON HOUSE AND GARAGE ARE BEING INSTALLED! Welcome to your dream country retreat! Nestled on 5.89 picturesque acres, this stunning historic brick home perfectly blends timeless charm with modern updates while offering an exceptional equestrian lifestyle. Featuring over 3,000 square feet of living space, this beautifully maintained property includes 4 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and incredible character throughout with gorgeous natural woodwork and historic details you simply can’t replicate. The heart of the home offers a spacious kitchen with an eat-in area, formal dining room, finished basement for additional living space, and the convenience of a main floor laundry room and mudroom. The majority of the windows have been updated, and a backup generator provides peace of mind for country living. Outside, the property is truly a horse lover’s paradise! The amazing historic barn is loaded with charm and endless potential, featuring a kitchen, updated bathroom, workshop area, and expansive space perfect for entertaining, hosting events, hobbies, or future business opportunities. Whether you envision gatherings, celebrations, a creative studio, or additional recreational space, this barn offers incredible versatility while maintaining its historic character. The equestrian setup is thoughtfully designed with an outdoor arena complete with lighting, 3 rotational pastures, 2 dry lots, a run in shelter, and even a new hot water heater dedicated to the wash spigot for caring for animals year-round. The exterior is just as impressive with stunning all brick construction, inviting porch areas, a concrete patio, detached 3 car garage, and meticulously maintained grounds. Enjoy established rhubarb, strawberry, and asparagus plantings that add to the charm and functionality of this incredible property. This one of a kind country estate offers the perfect combination of history, beauty, functionality, and equestrian amenities and it won’t last long!
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
2 Story
Year Built
1901
Stories
2
Living Area
3,400 sq ft
Lot Size
5.89 acres
Garage Spaces
3
Ownership
Fee Simple
Days on Market
59
MLS® Listing#
202602649
Property Features
Appliances
Heating
Fireplace
Basement
Parking
Construction
Roof
Other Structures
Sewer
Water Source
Schools
- Elementary:
- Forreston Grade
- Middle:
- Forreston Junior/Senior High
- High:
- Forreston Junior/Senior High
- District:
- ForrestVille Valley 221
Financial Details
Annual Taxes
$8,056
Tax year 2026
Parcel Number
0417277007
Affordability Calculator
$97,800
Estimated monthly payment
$2,603/mo
Principal $391,200 · Est. interest $545,759 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in LEAF RIVER, IL
- $333,333
- Median Listing Price
- 25
- Median Days on Market
- 1,775
- Median Sq Ft
- $198
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 84
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 47% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 27% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in LEAF RIVER, IL.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Seward Grade School
Elementary · 5.0 mi away
Byron High School
Secondary · 5.2 mi away
Byron Middle School
Secondary · 5.3 mi away
Mary Morgan Elementary School
Elementary · 5.3 mi away
Byron School District 226
School · 5.3 mi away
German Valley Grade School
School · 7.0 mi away
Dorothy Simon Elementary School
Elementary · 8.8 mi away
Winnebago Preschool
School · 9.0 mi away
Black Hawk Junior High School
Secondary · 9.4 mi away
Winnebago Middle School
Secondary · 9.4 mi away
Pecatonica Community School District
School · 9.4 mi away
Pecatonica High School
Secondary · 9.4 mi away
Winnebago High School
Secondary · 9.4 mi away
Winnebago Community Unit School District 323
School · 9.5 mi away
Jean McNair Elementary School
Elementary · 9.5 mi away
Pecatonica Comm Middle School
Secondary · 9.7 mi away
Meridian Junior High School
Secondary · 9.9 mi away
Pecatonica Elementary School
Elementary · 9.9 mi away
Valley Covenant Church
School · 10.1 mi away
Stillman Valley High School
Secondary · 10.2 mi away
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