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4989 N Ford Road

Scales Mound, IL 61075

5 beds
3 baths
3,972 sqft
~71 acre lot
$304 per sqft
1862 build
– on site

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A breathtaking property offering rural living just a few minutes from Galena's historic main street. The beautiful farmhouse consists of an original part built in 1867 which has been meticulously restored and updated, including custom built-in bookcases, a media center, and a custom-designed wood and polished granite gas fireplace. A large 2-story addition, a 2-car garage, and a screened porch were added in 1993. The house is nearly 3000ft2 with an additional 1000ft2 finished family room in the basement and tons of storage. The entire house underwent a total gut rehab in 2014, including a new kitchen, baths, flooring, wiring, siding, and insulation. In 2022, the heater and on-demand water heater were replaced, and a new septic system was installed. The oversized, eat-in kitchen features quartz countertops with subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry (currently used as an office), a large bay window overlooking the land, and sliding doors opening onto the screened porch. The main level also includes a dining room, living room, large mud room, laundry room, and a half bath. The upper level contains all five bedrooms (primary bedroom ensuite with large soaking tub overlooking the property) and a second full bath. The home sits on 10.35 acres zoned as farmland and includes a beautiful 4200ft2 barn. In 2021/2022, the barn underwent a total restoration inside and out, with new cement work, structural repair, new doors, paint, and a steel roof. Inside is an enclosed workshop with water, electric, and gray-water septic. The additional 59.79 acres are in a conservation easement (lots of wildlife and great hunting and fishing) and contain two stocked ponds, prairie, and forests. The owners have maintained walking trails throughout the property. Too much to describe; this is a must-see property!

Listing courtesy of MRED / Eagle Ridge Realty, Inc as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 11749197 —

The Building

Year Built:

1862
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Farmhouse
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Partial
Exterior Features:

Patio, Porch, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens
Disability Access:

No
Total SqFt:

2892
Total SqFt:

3972
Main SqFt:

1446
Upper SqFt:

1446
Basement SqFt:

1080
Unfinished Basement SqFt:

1080
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Bedroom 5, Recreation Room, Workshop, Mud Room, Pantry, Enclosed Porch
Rooms Total:

11
Interior Features:

First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Some Carpeting, Some Window Treatmnt, Separate Dining Room
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Gas Log
Fireplace Location:

Living Room

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3972

Location

Directions:

1 mile east of Elizabeth, IL, turn right onto S Elizabeth Scales Mound Rd. After 9.5 miles, turn left onto W Cording Rd. After 2.9 miles, turn left onto W Stagecoach Trail. After 0.8 miles, turn right onto N Ford Rd. The destination is on the right.
Location:

101346

The Property

Parcel Number:

08000065240000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Irregular Lot, Pond(s), Wooded, Creek, Garden, Partial Fencing, Views
Lot Size Dimensions:

0X0X0X0
Lot Size Acres:

71.14
Rural:

Y
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

true

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2021
Tax Annual Amount:

5973.58

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Bedrooms Possible:

5

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

List Broker Must Accompany

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Propane, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Septic-Private
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Water Source:

Private Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Range Hood, Water Purifier, Water Softener Rented, Other

Schools

Elementary School:

Scales Mound Elementary School
Elementary School District:

211
Middle Or Junior School:

Scales Mound Junior High School
Middle Or Junior School District:

211
High School:

Scales Mound High School
High School District:

211

The Community

Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

4
Parking Onsite:

Yes
Parking Ownership:

Owned
Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Barn(s), Shed(s)

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Provided by WalkScore® Inc.

Air Pollution Index

Provided by ClearlyEnergy

Utility Costs

$331/mo.

Estimate provided by ClearlyEnergy

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/14/23 Jul 14, 2023	Sold	MRED	$1,210,000	-4.6%
6/1/23 Jun 1, 2023	Pending	MRED	$1,269,000
4/28/23 Apr 28, 2023	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$1,269,000

House Sold on 7/14/2023

$1,210,000

Listing provided by broker:

Mark Sumpter

Eagle Ridge Realty, Inc

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4989 N Ford Road

Scales Mound, IL 61075