1408 Busse Road — Marengo, IL 60152
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Marengo, IL 60152

1408 Busse Road

$839,900
3 beds · 3 baths · 2,625 sqft
Listed at $839,900 59 days on market $10,376/yr taxes
01About 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.

03By the numbers
$839,900
List price
2,625
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
2 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1982
Year built
40.00 ac
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$10,376
Annual taxes
Ranch
Style
59
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural GasPropaneForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Parking
AsphaltGravelGarage OwnedAttachedOff StreetGarage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Sewer
Septic Tank
05Neighborhood
06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Feb 27, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
RE/MAX Connections II
$839,900
Sep 6, 2024
Sold
Midwest Land Group LLC · 188 days on market
$685,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by RE/MAX Connections II · Ben Broughton
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12579053
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