ClosedPrice Reduced

$299,900

$335,000
1729 Kennedy Road, Bristol, IL 60512
3 Beds2 Baths0 sqft67 days
1729 Kennedy Road·Bristol, IL 60512
3Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1977Year Built
About This Home

Multiple Offers. Highest & Best Due 12/26 @ 6pm.Looking for some FREEDOM from HOA FEES and RULES?? Store your camper, work truck, trailer, and toys on your own .61 acre of land in unincorporated Bristol! Want some chickens and goats? No problem here! This rare property is zoned A1 so you can create that HOMESTEAD feeling yet zip a few minutes to the grocery store from your convenient U-shaped driveway! Nestled on a HUGE wooded .61-acre lot, this home combines rustic charm with modern updates! Inside, you'll find a cozy log cabin aesthetic with knotty pine walls, vaulted ceilings, skylights, and refinished hardwood flooring (2023). The kitchen is functional and welcoming, featuring an eat-in area, a breakfast bar, a new stove (2023), and a space with plumbing ready for a dishwasher. In addition to the kitchen, this home boasts a front living room and a spacious family room in the back, offering plenty of room to relax or entertain. Two of the three oversized bedrooms feature walk-in closets. A full bathroom is located between the primary and 2nd bedroom and features a cast iron tub. There is also a large separate storage room that can easily be converted into an office/pantry or a walk-in closet, giving you even more flexibility! The recently updated 2nd full bathroom includes a stylish tiled walk-in shower, a new pedestal sink, and a new toilet for added comfort. Convenient main-level laundry means no more trips up and down the stairs! The home's practical updates continue with a new two-car garage, built in 2019, offering ample storage and a workshop area, and new gutters with leaf guards for easy maintenance. The gorgeous ENORMOUS FENCED yard backs up to a beautiful park with a playground, baseball fields, and a walking path! This home also has historical significance in the area, as it was originally built as Gorton School, a one-room schoolhouse from 1866. In 1977, a modern home addition was made, seamlessly blending the home's charm with contemporary features. The home retains special historical details like exposed brick and some original hardwood from the 19th-century structure, preserving its unique character. Additional highlights include central air, a gas furnace, and a dry basement with both an inside door and outdoor cellar access. This truly unique gem perfectly blends history, rustic elegance, and modern convenience! Home warranty included for peace of mind! When you're ready for the best mix of country living and suburban comforts - book your private showing!

MLS# 12187026Listed October 24, 2024Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms3
Total Bathrooms2
Full Baths2
Half Baths0
Total Rooms7

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces0
Year Built1977
Lot Size0.610 acres

Location

CountyKendall
TownshipBristol
Zip Code60512

Financial

List Price$299,900
Original Price$335,000
Parcel #0211300025
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeRefrigeratorFreezer

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

UnfinishedCellarExterior EntryPartial

Laundry

Main Level
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Vinyl Siding

Roof

Asphalt

Lot Features

WoodedMature Trees
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Septic Tank

Water Source

Well

Electric

Circuit BreakersFuses

Parking

AsphaltGarage Door OpenerOn SiteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

Park
Tax & Financial
Price Reduced by $35,100
Original list price: $335,000
Property Location

1729 Kennedy Road, Bristol, IL 60512 — Kendall County

$299,900
1729 Kennedy Road
3 bd2 ba0 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
67 days on market
2-car garage
0.610 acres
Price reduced $35,100
$1,576
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$1,576/mo
$299,900
20% — $59,980
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$239,920
Down Payment
$59,980

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
Agent: Carolyn Alzueta
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