$497,500

beds

baths

2,824

square ft

887 N 1100e Road

Melvin, Illinois 60952

Closed / MLS #12408510 / Single Family / Melvin

Listing information updated 8/20/2025 at 6:03am

Welcome to your dream country retreat in the highly sought-after GCMS school district! Nestled on 10 picturesque acres, this one-of-a-kind property offers space, charm, and functionality for every lifestyle. A stunning asphalt driveway gracefully winds into the property, leading you to a beautifully maintained home with multiple inviting porch areas and a unique rooftop terrace on the second floor-perfect for enjoying peaceful views of the front yard and open skies. The home showcases two staircases: a grand staircase in the front foyer and a private back staircase that leads directly to the master suite and its cozy adjoining nook. It also features 5 spacious bedrooms, plus a versatile bonus room that can easily serve as a 6th bedroom, office, nursery, den, or playroom and 2 full bathrooms complete with heated floors! The kitchen opens into the family room that boasts a vaulted ceiling with a wood - burning fireplace and views to enjoy all year round. Natural light floods the home through an abundance of windows offering sweeping views of the countryside. Modern updates blend seamlessly with classic charm, including - quartz countertops in the kitchen, updated appliances, flooring, light fixtures, mini split heating/cooling systems for comfort and efficiency, and a radon mitigation system to name a few! You'll also enjoy a large, clean basement for extra storage or recreational use. The oversized garage with loft, along with two additional outbuildings, provide ideal spaces for entertaining guests, hobbies, storage, workshops, or even a playhouse. And just in time for summer fun, an above-ground pool and all accessories are included! Finish off a summer evening around the firepit cooking smores! With room to roam, work, and play, this truly unique rural gem is ready for you to make it your own.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Crawl Space,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Other

Heating System:

Propane, Steam, Radiant Floor

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Yes

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,824

Lot Size:

10+ Acres

Acreage:

Internal Features:

Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Quartz Counters

External Features:

Roof Deck, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

12x15 - Main

Dining Room:

14x13 - Main

Kitchen:

12x18 - Main

Family Room:

17x23 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

16x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x12 - Second

4th Bedroom:

12x8 - Second

Bedroom 5:

10x12 - Second Level

Bonus Room:

10x15 - Second Level

Foyer:

12x10 - Main Level

Laundry:

14x15 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$2,903

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60952

City:

Melvin

County:

Ford

Schools

School District(s):

Elementary School:

Gibson City Elementary School

Middle School:

Gibson City Junior High School

High School:

Gibson City High School

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Unfinished,Crawl Space,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Other

Heating System:

Propane, Steam, Radiant Floor

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Yes

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,824

Lot Size:

10+ Acres

Acreage:

Internal Features:

Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Quartz Counters

External Features:

Roof Deck, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

12x15 - Main

Dining Room:

14x13 - Main

Kitchen:

12x18 - Main

Family Room:

17x23 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

16x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x12 - Second

4th Bedroom:

12x8 - Second

Bedroom 5:

10x12 - Second Level

Bonus Room:

10x15 - Second Level

Foyer:

12x10 - Main Level

Laundry:

14x15 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$2,903

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60952

City:

Melvin

County:

Ford

School District(s):

Elementary School:

Gibson City Elementary School

Middle School:

Gibson City Junior High School

High School:

Gibson City High School

Listing Office: KELLER WILLIAMS-TREC

Listing Office Phone: 217.356.6100

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