Lanark IL Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the highly sought-after Eastland School District! Conveniently located in the heart of Lanark, you'll love being within walking distance to schools while enjoying the comfort of a spacious lot and a wonderful neighborhood setting. This charming home is filled with tasteful decor and thoughtful updates, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The functional floor plan offers the convenience of main-floor laundry, spacious living areas, and plenty of room for family and guests. Step outside and enjoy the expansive backyard, complete with a deck, patio, and an adorable she shed-perfect for hobbies, gardening, a private retreat, or extra storage. The attached two-car garage provides everyday convenience, while gas forced-air heat keeps the home comfortable. With its blend of character, modern updates, generous outdoor space, and unbeatable location, this move-in-ready home is one you won't want to miss. EASY TO SHOW!

Beautiful walkout ranch nestled on 1.94 wooded acres in the highly sought-after Lake Carroll community. Complete with a deeded boat slip, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and year-round recreation. Surrounded by mature silver maple and oak trees, the home welcomes you with stunning red oak hardwood floors and Pella windows with built-in blinds and screens throughout the main level. The spacious kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring quartz countertops, a professional-grade Viking range, and matching exhaust hood. The living room showcases a wall of custom-built bookshelves, creating a warm and inviting focal point. Just beyond, the light-filled sunroom offers peaceful views of the surrounding landscape and convenient access to decks on both sides, making it the perfect place to relax or entertain. The private primary suite features a walk-in closet and an en-suite bath with dual vanities, a soaking Garden tub, and a separate shower. The finished lower level expands the living space with a spacious family room centered around a cozy fireplace, an additional bedroom that can also serve as a home office or den, a full bath, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy multiple outdoor living spaces designed for relaxation and entertaining. Gather around the outdoor fireplace on cool evenings, unwind beneath the charming gazebo, or simply take in the peaceful wooded setting. Additional upgrades include a Rinnai on-demand water heater, energy-saving solar panels, and hard-wired smoke detectors. Enjoy the added convenience of free access to Lake Carroll's 18-hole Golf course, Aquatic complex that includes an indoor and outdoor pool, UTV/ATV and snowmobile trail system and Equestrian Center making this home an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the Lake Carroll lifestyle year-round.

Located in eastern Carroll County, this unique rural property offers a rare opportunity to own two homes on one property, creating a variety of possibilities for extended family living, guest accommodations, rental potential, or a private country retreat. Surrounded by the rolling hills and picturesque countryside that make this area of northwestern Illinois so desirable, the property combines functional improvements, open space, and beautiful views in a peaceful setting with convenient access to nearby communities. The primary residence is a spacious full-brick, two-story home featuring five bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home offers a practical and comfortable layout designed for everyday living while providing ample space for larger households, guests, or work-from-home needs. Upon entering, you are welcomed into an office area that transitions seamlessly into the kitchen. The kitchen provides space for a dining table and serves as the central hub of the home, connecting naturally to the formal dining room and a large family room that creates an inviting gathering space. The main level includes a primary bedroom with direct access to a full bathroom equipped with a mobility-accessible shower. This layout provides flexibility and convenience for a variety of living arrangements. A spacious mudroom and laundry area on the main floor offer practical functionality and provide direct access to the outdoor deck and fenced yard area. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms provide ample accommodations and share a second full bathroom. The attached garage includes room for workshop or hobby space, while an interior staircase leads to the unfinished basement, offering additional storage or future finishing potential. The home is also equipped with a backup generator, providing added peace of mind and functionality during power outages. Adding to the property's appeal is the second residence, an older farmhouse that offers tremendous flexibility. Whether utilized as a guesthouse, an in-law suite, housing for extended family members, or supplemental living space, this additional home expands the property's possibilities. The farmhouse features an office area that flows into the family room and kitchen space. The main floor includes a versatile room that could serve as additional living space, recreation space, or a main-level bedroom. Upstairs, three bedrooms and a full bathroom provide comfortable accommodations for family or guests. Outside, the property offers abundant open space suitable for a wide variety of uses. The acreage provides room for gardens, hobby farming, livestock projects, outdoor recreation, equipment storage, and country living activities. The scenic setting showcases sweeping views of the surrounding hills and countryside while maintaining privacy and a sense of seclusion. The improvements continue with an impressive 40'x94' outbuilding featuring both concrete flooring and electrical service. This large building provides substantial space for equipment storage, workshops, agricultural use, business operations, recreational vehicles, or hobby projects. A second 30'x30' open-sided building includes a concrete parking area that is ideal for trailers, machinery, vehicles, or additional equipment storage. Properties offering two homes, multiple outbuildings, and open acreage are increasingly difficult to find in today's market. The combination of functional living space, flexible residential options, valuable infrastructure, and attractive rural surroundings creates a property well-suited for a variety of lifestyles and ownership goals. Conveniently located in eastern Carroll County, this property offers the privacy and beauty of country living while remaining within easy driving distance of surrounding communities and services. It is also located within the highly regarded Eastland School District.

Waterfront home! Beautiful Lake Carroll home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, including en suite bath off primary. Lots of updates including granite and quartz countertops, hardwood floors, vaulted great room, southern exposure with lots of natural light, lovely lake view, stainless steel appliances including French door fridge, woodburning fireplace with gas starter and extra deep garage that fits our 2006 Bennington pontoon. Pontoon, dock and shore station are included with the house. A little over 2 acres so lots of privacy, cart path to our pier, natural gas, reverse osmosis system, walkout lower level with brand new bedroom and bath and unique log cabin type "man-cave." Come see all that this home and Lake Carroll provide just in time for boating, golf and swim season!

Welcome to this exceptional custom-built retreat set on over 4 private, wooded acres, offering a rare blend of luxury, seclusion, and nature-just a short walk to Lake Carroll. Tucked away with a long, private driveway, this property delivers the peace and privacy you've been searching for. Proudly offered by the original owners, this 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath home was thoughtfully designed with both function and craftsmanship in mind. Inside, you'll find beautiful flooring throughout, 6-panel hardwood doors, and custom woodwork sourced from trees on the property-adding a truly one-of-a-kind touch. The grand living room showcases soaring vaulted ceilings and a stunning floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, offering both gas and wood-burning options and serving as a striking focal point. The recently updated kitchen (2023) features handcrafted cherry cabinetry made from trees on-site, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, and a convenient bar nook-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A formal dining room and a main-level office or bedroom just off the entry add flexibility. The spacious primary suite includes private access to the expansive composite deck and a spa-like ensuite with a jetted tub, dual vanities, separate shower, and a custom Amish-built walk-in closet. Upstairs, a loft provides additional living space and leads to a private bedroom suite complete with its own bath and walk-in closet. The unfinished attic offers incredible potential for even more finished square footage. The exposed lower level is built for entertaining, featuring a large recreation space, fireplace, wet bar, full bath, additional bedroom, and walkout access to the patio. A pool table and projector system will stay, making this space truly move-in ready. Step outside and enjoy your own private oasis-surrounded by nature-with a fenced backyard, above-ground pool, two-tier composite deck with aluminum railings, and a gazebo complete with firepit and smoker area. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the heated 3.5-car attached garage, plus an additional 3-car detached garage featuring a car lift and an upper-level attic space ready to be finished for a workshop, studio, or additional living area. Additional highlights include main-floor laundry, whole-home generator system, reverse osmosis water filtration system, and an abundance of storage throughout. This one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect combination of privacy, space, and high-end features-truly a place to call home.

Rare opportunity to own a unique 5-acre horse property within the sought-after Lake Carroll community! This spacious ranch home is filled with natural light and features all updated mechanicals, a full basement, and an oversized three-stall attached garage complete with a small kitchenette-perfect for hobbies, entertaining, or additional utility. An extra two-stall detached garage provides even more space for storage or equipment. Enjoy the privacy and freedom of your own acreage while also having access to all of Lake Carroll's incredible amenities, including a private lake, beachy area, marina, golf course, clubhouse with restaurant, indoor/outdoor pool, ATV and snowmobile trails, equestrian center, and more. Whether you're an avid horse lover or simply looking for a property that offers both lifestyle and recreation, this one has it all!