Property Description
5± Acre Renovated Farmhouse with Shop Building | Mercer County, Illinois Rural Home
Located just a few miles outside of Aledo in Mercer County, Illinois, this 5± acre property offers a recently renovated farmhouse with space for comfortable rural living. The property is ideal for buyers looking for a country home with room for hobbies, a workshop, or small farmette use while still being close to town amenities.
The home features 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and approximately 2,019 square feet of living space. Since 2017, the farmhouse has undergone extensive renovations including structural updates with micro-laminate beams to create a more open-concept kitchen and living area. The main-level master suite includes a full bathroom, walk-in closet, and a convenient laundry and pantry area that connects directly to the kitchen.
A standout feature of the home is the sunroom addition, which is accessible from both the living room and the master bedroom. With large windows on three sides and its own mini-split heating and cooling system, the space provides abundant natural light and excellent views of the surrounding countryside.
The property also includes a 25' x 105' machine shed with a concrete floor, electricity, water, and a center section that is framed, insulated, and heated with an LP shop furnace. With a quiet rural setting, a large yard area, and additional acreage currently being farmed for the 2026 season, this Mercer County farmette offers flexibility for country living, hobby farming, or workshop space.
Property details
- Acreage: Approximately 5 acres
- County and state: Mercer County, Illinois
- Nearest town: Aledo
- Location: A few miles outside of Aledo
- Home: 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms
- Home size: 2,019 sq ft
- Sunroom addition with separate heating and cooling
- Machine shed: 25' x 105' with utilities and heated shop area
- Drilled well: 375 ft deep producing approximately 30 GPM
- School district: Mercer County School District
- Approximately 40 minutes to Quad Cities International Airport
Key features
- Recently renovated 4-bedroom farmhouse
- Approximately 2,019 sq ft of living space
- Main-level master suite with walk-in closet and full bath
- Open-concept kitchen and living area
- Sunroom addition with large windows and countryside views
- New LP furnace and central air installed approximately 3 years ago
- Newer roof installed approximately 4 years ago
- 375-foot drilled well producing about 30 gallons per minute
- 5± acre rural setting with large yard
- Additional acreage currently farmed for the 2026 season
- 25' x 105' machine shed with concrete floor
- Insulated and heated shop space inside machine shed
- Quiet country location near Aledo
- Located in Mercer County School District
Frequently asked questions
Where is this farmhouse located in Mercer County, Illinois?
This property is located a few miles outside of Aledo in Mercer County, Illinois. The rural location provides privacy and open countryside views while still being a short drive to town for groceries, schools, and services.
How large is the home on the property?
The farmhouse includes approximately 2,019 square feet of living space. It features four bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms, providing ample space for families or those looking for a comfortable rural residence.
What renovations have been completed on the home?
The home has undergone extensive renovations since 2017. Updates include opening the kitchen and living area with structural beams, renovating the upstairs bedrooms, installing new insulation and wiring, and updating the furnace, central air system, and roof.
Does the property include a shop or outbuilding?
Yes, the property includes a large 25' x 105' machine shed. The building has a concrete floor, electricity, water, and a section that is insulated and heated, making it ideal for equipment storage, a workshop, or hobby space.
What utilities and water supply does the property have?
The property includes a drilled well that is approximately 375 feet deep and produces about 30 gallons per minute. The home also features an LP forced-air furnace and central air system installed about three years ago.
How much land comes with the farmhouse?
The property sits on approximately 5 acres. In addition to the large yard area, some of the acreage is currently being farmed for the 2026 season and could later be fenced, used for livestock, or converted into additional yard or hobby farm space.
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Directions:
From downtown Aledo, IL, head south on South College Avenue (Hwy 94) for 5.2 miles. Turn east (left) onto 40th Ave and proceed 2.5 miles. Turn north (left) onto 205th St and go 1.0 mile. Turn east (right) onto 50th Ave and home will be on your left.
