New ListingWelcome to this exceptional 2.23-acre property in Kingston, offering a rare combination of a beautifully updated home, incredible outdoor living and outstanding space for hobbies, vehicles & equipment. Surrounded by mature hickory trees, this unique property has been thoughtfully improved and meticulously maintained. Owned by a long-time contractor, this home reflects years of thoughtful improvements and quality updates. An extensive remodel in 2009 included gorgeous hardwood flooring, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, island/breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances, updated bathrooms, fiber cement board siding, aluminum-clad wood windows, fascia, soffits and trim, closet organizers and more. The roof was replaced in 2023 and the furnace and A/C were replaced in 2021. Additional conveniences include central vacuum, a heated 2-car attached garage and heated breezeway. This home features 2 first floor bedrooms perfect for an in-law or adult child arrangement and a designated office as well. Upstairs, there are two additional bedrooms including the primary bedroom which features its own private balcony and updated primary bath, creating a peaceful spot to relax and enjoy the surrounding acreage. Outside is where this property truly sets itself apart! The impressive 36' x 48' insulated and heated Morton building features a 10' x 14' overhead door, concrete floor, 100-amp electrical panel, sink, drain and chain-fall hoist with beam. An additional 18' x 32' garden shed offers electric, an 8' x 16' garage door and plenty of additional storage. Enjoy summers around the in-ground pool, complete with a newer heater, child-proof cover and new liner installed in 2024-plus a spare new liner for the future owner. A gas line to the exterior is convenient for grilling. The charming 12' x 12' pool house features engineered hardwood flooring, electric, ceiling fan and beadboard ceiling, while the 16' x 16' pavilion with TV and mount creates the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining. With 2.23 acres, a beautifully updated home, heated attached garage, impressive Morton building, additional outbuilding, in-ground pool, pool house and pavilion, this one-of-a-kind property offers an incredible combination of comfortable living, recreation, storage and versatility that's difficult to find. A truly special property with room to live, work, play and entertain!
| MLS # | 12737110 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Days On Site | 5 |
| Listing Provided By | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate | Beth Armstrong |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,402 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Pool | Yes |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Acreage | 2.23 |
| Rooms Total | 9 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Electric |
| Interior Features | 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings |
| Appliances | Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier |
| Fireplaces Total | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning |
| Laundry Features | Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup |
| Window Features | Screens |
| Exterior Features | Balcony |
|---|---|
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Fiber Cement |
| Patio And Porch Features | Patio |
| Parking Features | Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage |
|---|---|
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
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| Tax Annual Amount | 10204.14 |
| State | IL |
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| County | DeKalb |
| City | Kingston |
| Zip Code | 60145 |
| Area | Kingston |
| School District | Genoa-Kingston High School |
| High School | Genoa-Kingston High School |
| Listing VS Median (in 60145) | |
Price: $600,000 low | high Med: $600,000 sqft: 2,402 low | high Med: 2,402 $ / sqft: $250 low | high Med: $250 On site: 5 low | high Med: 5 | |
| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | DeKalb |
| City | Kingston |
| Zip Code | 60145 |
| Area | Kingston |
| School District | Genoa-Kingston High School |
| High School | Genoa-Kingston High School |
| Listing VS Median (in 60145) | |
Price: $600,000 low | high Med: $600,000 sqft: 2,402 low | high Med: 2,402 $ / sqft: $250 low | high Med: $250 On site: 5 low | high Med: 5 | |