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$2,650,000
2 Days On Site

36W617 Crane Road
St. Charles, IL 60175

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
6
Beds
7
Total Baths
5
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
7,421
SqFt
$357
/SqFt
1996
Built
County:
Kane
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner Fox Valley-Geneva
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A world away, yet minutes from everything. Set beyond a long private approach on just over 6 acres adjoining protected forest preserve, this exceptional Georgian estate offers the feeling of a sprawling 20-acre retreat with all the conveniences of St. Charles close to home. Here, it's easy to imagine you've escaped Illinois entirely-until you realize St. Charles North High School, Wild Rose Elementary School, and downtown St. Charles are only minutes away. This is approachable luxury with room to live out your country-life dreams. An unincorporated setting, no HOA, and chickens allowed offer the freedom to enjoy country living alongside the comforts of a beautifully appointed estate. Deer and abundant wildlife are part of the everyday scenery, while the adjoining forest preserve provides access to an extensive network of walking and biking paths, inviting you to explore well beyond your own grounds. Inside, ceilings exceeding 10 feet, exceptional millwork, detailed crown moldings, and custom built-ins establish a timeless elegance. North and south exposures welcome abundant natural light, highlighting hardwood floors, natural stone, and generously proportioned gathering spaces. The six-bedroom layout includes a main-floor primary suite with a serene, spa-inspired bath. Upstairs, four bedrooms are complemented by shared living rooms, creating spacious, suite-style retreats with room to study, relax, and gather. A sixth bedroom on the lower level features a dedicated full bathroom, offering comfortable accommodations for guests. The refreshed chef's kitchen features updated cabinetry, premium appliances, and an expansive island, opening to a welcoming family room anchored by a dramatic fireplace. French doors lead to a screened porch overlooking the grounds-the perfect place for morning coffee or a quiet evening surrounded by nature. Multiple living and entertaining spaces, additional fireplaces, and laundry on both the first and second floors bring ease to everyday living. More than $1 million in improvements over the past several years have further elevated the property. A completely rebuilt in-ground pool, custom outdoor kitchen, and professionally designed landscaping create a private outdoor retreat equally suited to relaxed afternoons and memorable gatherings. Extensive updates include all new windows, new furnaces and air conditioning condensers, new hot water heaters, a new well pump and pressure tank, an upgraded water treatment system, repainted exterior, new driveway, oversized gutters with guards, and a refinished heated garage. Space to breathe, privacy to unwind, and the freedom to make country living your own-all within minutes of schools, shopping, dining, and the charm of downtown St. Charles. An extraordinary setting where estate living feels effortlessly at home.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$2,650,000
Days On Site 
2 Days
Bedrooms 
6
Inside Area (SqFt) 
7,421 sqft
Total Baths 
7
Full Baths 
5
Partial Baths 
2
Lot Size 
6.31 Acres
Year Built 
1996
MLS Number 
12805111
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$42,221.1
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS
yesterdayStatus changed to Active
2 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
6.31
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
North
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
4
Parking 
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageAttachedGarageDriveway
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security System
Sewer 
Septic Tank
SqFt Below 
2310
SqFt Total 
5111
Style 
Traditional
Water Source 
Well
Interior Features
Appliances 
Water SoftenerDouble OvenMicrowaveDishwasherFreezerWasherDryerDisposalRange HoodWater Softener OwnedHumidifier
Basement 
Sump PumpFinishedFullDaylight
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirZoned
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomLiving RoomWood BurningGas Log
Fireplaces 
3
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Forced AirZoned
Interior 
Central VacuumEntrance Foyer
Laundry Features 
Main LevelUpper Level
Spa 
Yes
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14X11Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 17X11Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 20X11Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Second
Bedroom 6 
Dimensions - 14X12Level - Lower
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 16X14Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 19X18Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 10X10Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 17X14Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Walk-in
Laundry 
Dimensions - 13X12Level - Second
Living Room 
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 19X14Level - Main
Sitting Room 
Dimensions - 14X13Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Cedar
Exterior 
BarbecueOutdoor Grill
Lot Features 
LandscapedWooded
Other Structures 
Barn(s)
Patio And Porch 
PatioScreened
Pool Features 
In Ground
Roof 
Asphalt
Spa 
Yes
Community Features
MLS Area 
Campton Hills / St. Charles
School District 
St Charles North High School
Township 
St. Charles
Schools
School District
St Charles North High School
Elementary School
Wild Rose Elementary School
Middle School
Thompson Middle School
High School
St Charles North High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Baird & Warner Fox Valley-Geneva



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Joe Frieders, Managing Broker 

Swanson Real Estate 

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Areas Served: Dekalb, Lasalle, Kendall counties Illinois including Big Rock, Earlville, Hinckley, Leland,

Naperville, Newark, Oswego, Plano, Sandwich, Sheridan, Somonauk and Yorkville