16071 Walker Rd

Newark, IL 60541 View Map $525,000 Ask a Question
Beds3
Baths3
Sq.Ft.3,624
Year1844
16071 Walker Rd Newark, IL 60541 | MLS 11763800 Photo 1
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16071 Walker Rd, Newark, IL 60541 | detached single for sale
Status: Sold
Property Type:Detached Single
MLS #:11763800
Sq. Feet:3,624
Date Sold:8/31/2023
Lot Size:3.08 Acres
County:Kendall
3 ACRE FARMETTE with ALL BRICK FARMHOUSE, GARAGE / WORKSHOP and VINTAGE BARN * ZONED A1; Agriculture * 3,624 SF * 3 BR * 2.5 BA * Horseshoe shaped driveway in front of the house will lead you to enter the home and step into the 2-story foyer with a sweeping staircase. Original portion of the house was built in the mid 1800''s. The addition (back half of the house) was built in 1980 and the entire house was remodeled at that time. The THICKNESS the walls and the NEW Anderson Windows ($33K) help insulate this home well. The FAMILY ROOM is in the original portion of the house; showing off the brick, cozy woodburning fireplace surrounded by wood paneling and built-in shelves. The mantel is from the old horse barn and the wood board marked 1844 was found in the house during the remodel. LIVING ROOM features a 2nd fireplace with shiplap decor. The DINING ROOM faces west and features a large bay window for the sunsets. The SUNROOM is southern facing and is the seller's favorite room in the house. The KITCHEN is HUGE with a TON of storage (pantry cabinet, Butler Pantry area with sink and mini-fridge as well as an office / desk space. Use it as it is or remodel for a more open concept with an island, etc. Kitchen cabinets are from Geneva Cabinetry. NEW GenAir Refrigerator and Dishwasher. The FIRST FLOOR also features a BEDROOM, FULL BATH AND LAUNDRY. Upstairs is the MASTER BEDROOM with a sitting room and direct access to the full bathroom. The Second Bedroom is extra large; easy to double up if needed and is set-up for an iron stove. The small room that can be used as an office, nursery or walk-in-closet. BASEMENT under the newer portion of the house is poured concrete and does connect with the cellar of the original house. It also features a full bath. There is an attached 2-CAR GARAGE that leads to an enclosed BREEZEWAY that leads you to the house. The EXTERIOR IS ALL BRICK. It was painted yellow at one point, so you can leave it as-is, repaint it or return it to it's original red-brick color. Brick Paver Patio on the east side for sunrise was just installed in 2020. Chain link dog fence in the back yard. BRICK SMOKEHOUSE behind the house is a perfect garden shed. DETACHED GARAGE & WORKSHOP with two overhead doors that are 8x7 and 12x10. There is a service door to the workshop area and a staircase to the 2nd floor / loft area. VINTAGE BARN is approximately 2,400 square feet. The beams and beauty of the inside of this barn are irreplaceable. The center portion is INCREDIBLY TALL and there are hay lofts on either side. (Repairs to the siding would be recommended to maintain the beauty and the integrity of the barn.) Peaceful and quiet location but just minutes to Rt 71 for easy commuting north or south. Sells "As-Is".

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Price Change History

Date Old Price New Price Percent Change
7/17/2023$575,000$550,000-4.3%
8/31/2023$550,000$525,000-4.5%

Community Information

Address:16071 Walker Rd, Newark, IL 60541
Area:Newark
County:Kendall
City:Newark
Township:Fox
Zip Code:60541

School Information

School District:66
High School:Newark Community High School

Architecture

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Year Built:1844
Style:Farmhouse
Exterior Construction Type: Brick
Age Range: 100+ Years
Type Detached: 2 Stories
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Basement: Unfinished
Basement Type: Full
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener(s), Multiple Garages
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage Ownership: Owned
Parking Features: Driveway, Circular Driveway
Parking On Site: Yes
Parking: Garage, Space/s
Parking Ownership: Owned

Features / Amenities

Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Some Carpeting, Some Wood Floors
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Fireplaces Total: 2
Rooms: Foyer, Walk In Closet, Sun Room
Exterior Features: Brick Paver Patio, Breezeway
Accessibility Features: Roll-In Shower
Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Second Garage, Shed(s)
Cars: 6
Parking Total: 4
Garage Spaces: 2
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Heat Source / Type: Propane
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room
Total Rooms:7

Property Features

Lot Size: 3.08 Acres
Lot Dimensions:3.0-3.99 Acres
Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Horses Allowed, Mature Trees, Level, Views
Sewer: Septic-Private
Water: Private Well
Transportation: School Bus Service
Driveway: Gravel
Directions:From town, head north on N Johnson St towards E Front St, then turn right onto Crimmin Rd, turn right onto Fox River Dr, Turn right onto Walker Rd, House will be on the left.

Tax and Financial Info

Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $6,918.22
Ownership: Fee Simple

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