Home Details for 12725 Ellen Drive

SYCAMORE SCHOOLS! UNINCORPORATED .72 ACRE SETTING! WALKOUT FAMILY ROOM! Nestled in the desirable Ellen Oaks community, this 2,148 sq. ft. cedar-brick multi-level home embraces a country setting with panoramic wooded views. Multiple outdoor living spaces, front and back decks plus a brick-and-concrete patio, deliver unforgettable sunrise and sunset views and a serene, wooded backdrop! Welcome into this immaculate residence featuring a Living Room charming bay window. The Dining Room hosts a display window of the backyard retreat. The Kitchen offers Corian solid-surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, a pantry, pullout cabinetry, and an entertainer's butler's station. A half glass service door with built-in blinds invites you to the spacious deck. The upper level presents a primary bedroom suite with a private bath and walk-in closet. All other bedrooms share a linen closet and hallway bath, with gray luxury vinyl planked flooring and chic swag lighting. The lower level features an open walkout family room leading to scenic outdoor patios. Cozy up to the floor-to-ceiling brick wood burn fireplace with complimentary rustic wood mantle. A dry bar with built-in storage nook and track lighting to showcase your favorite decor complete this favorite gathering space. There is a fourth bedroom, office or craft room boasting a tongue-and-groove accented wall, wall mounted reading lamp, display shelving, and window shutters. The third bathroom is complete with a step-up tub-shower enclosure, under bench storage and countertop, and linen shelves. Wait, there is more! An unfinished basement has direct access to the expanded two-car garage, washer, gas dryer, utility sink, water softener, iron filter, humidifier, overhead lighting, and storage. The owners contracted with Luke Butler Improvements to install new drain tile with concrete in April of 2026! From the front yard, a boardwalk leads you to the backyard oasis. Recent seller improvements are a new well pump in 2026, professionally installed new drain tile in 2026, microwave in 2024, Thermopane bay windows and dining room picture window in 2022, and also replaced two garage utility doors, front and back doors, and French doors to the patio! This property has a current low tax rate of 7.360200 and is in unincorporated Genoa, within the desirable 427 Sycamore School District. Utilities and services include natural gas (Nicor), electricity (ComEd), Wi-Fi (Ellen Oaks Coop), a private well (no water bills), and private septic, plus two tower antennas, one aimed at Chicago and one toward Rockford, serving 12725 Ellen Dr., a truly one-of-a-kind home. This is an excellent opportunity to LOVE your new HOME and its breathtaking SETTING!

• House Interior

  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dry Bar
  • Built-in Features
  • Bookcases
  • Pantry

• Basement

  • Sump Pump
  • Unfinished
  • Exterior Entry
  • Concrete
  • Full

• Parking

  • Asphalt
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Garage
  • Attached

• Cooling Information

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Central Air

• Heating Information

  • Natural Gas
  • Forced Air

• Fire Place

  • Family Room
  • Wood Burning

• Water Features

  • Well

• Garage

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