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1408 Busse Road

Marengo, IL 60152
$839,900
3beds
3baths
2,625sqft
40acres
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About this home

Exceptional 40-Acre Country Estate with Updated Hillside Ranch Home & Tillable Ground A rare opportunity to own a full 40-acre country estate offering productive farmland, equestrian amenities, and a beautifully updated earth-sheltered residence-all in one expansive setting.The property includes quality tillable acreage currently under a flexible farm lease, providing immediate agricultural utility with long-term investment potential. The open farmland creates sweeping views, privacy, and versatility for farming, recreation, or future vision. Nestled down a scenic tree-lined drive, the thoughtfully updated earth-sheltered ranch is designed for energy efficiency and year-round comfort. Its earth-integrated construction provides natural insulation, quiet interior living, and climate stability across all seasons.Over $100,000 in recent improvements include updated electrical and plumbing systems, brand-new kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, new vinyl plank flooring throughout, updated trim and doors, modern lighting, a new roof.The spacious layout features a vaulted great room with loft, double-sided wood-burning fireplace, 3 bedrooms, and 2.1 updated baths. The private primary suite is positioned separately within the home for added comfort. Just off the dining area, a bright three-season sunroom extends the living space and offers peaceful views of the surrounding acreage.Equestrian amenities include an earth-sheltered concrete horse stable with electric and water, offering natural temperature moderation and protection from extreme Illinois weather. Approximately 5 acres of fenced pasture provide ideal space for horses or livestock. Additional features include a 2-car attached garage, separate 2-car detached garage, small pond, and extensive recent landscaping with grading improvements, reseeded grounds, and mature trees lining the private entry. This 40-acre estate presents a rare blend of income-producing land, modernized country living, and long-term ownership opportunity in a highly desirable setting. **Seller may consider owner financing options for qualified buyers.
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.

The facts

Property typeResidential
Year built1982
Garage spaces2
Fireplaces1
Lot size40 acres
Architectural styleRanch
Annual tax$10,376
CountyMcHenry
MLS #MRD12579053
Days on market7

Features

Heating
Natural GasPropaneForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Parking
AsphaltGravelYesGarage OwnedAttachedOff StreetGarage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Lot features
Irregular LotMature TreesPasture
Sewer
Septic Tank
Listed by
RE/MAX Connections II
Ben Broughton

Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 3/5/2026, 6:07:27 AM. All data should be independently verified.

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