15857 West Baker Road, Manhattan, IL, 60442
$499,900
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,255
Square feet
1.67
Acres
About 15857 West Baker Road
**MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED - highest and best due by noon on Monday, Nov. 3**Welcome to your private sanctuary-where comfort, space, and nature converge. This well-maintained RANCH-style home with a FULL WALK-OUT BASEMENT on 1.67 acres offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and modern convenience, nestled on a lush, landscaped lot that backs directly to Round Barn Farm Park. The property is designed with extensive landscape lighting, large deck with composite decking and 2 motorized Sunsetter awnings (2019), a covered patio with travertine and brick pavers, and an expansive backyard with mature trees offering privacy and a picturesque view. Upon entering the home, the Dining Room is to your left and has hardwood flooring, a tray ceiling, updated chandelier and 2 large windows. Straight ahead is the Great Room with a wood-burning fireplace, vaulted ceiling, hardwood flooring and one of the sliding glass doors leading to the deck. The Kitchen offers a refrigerator plus stainless steel oven, dishwasher and microwave, a center island, walk-in pantry, recessed lighting, a window over the sink offering views of the deck and yard, plus an eating area with a planning desk, 6 windows and another sliding glass door to the deck. This area is rounded out with a Laundry Room featuring a washer, dryer, and utility sink; and a powder room. The Primary Bedroom Suite boasts a vaulted ceiling with lighted fan, dual windows with an arched window above. The luxurious en-suite bathroom has been updated (2019) with a granite-topped vanity with dual sinks, step-in shower with fold-down seat, extended soaking tub, water closet with a pocket door, recessed lighting, LVP wood-like flooring, spacious walk-in closet and a linen closet. The other 2 bedrooms are generously sized and overlook the backyard. The unfinished walk-out basement is as large as the main level and contains the utility room, bathroom rough-in, kitchenette rough-in, and atrium door to the paver patio. Another unique feature of this home is the lawn equipment garage - great for hobbyists or gardeners. This space can be accessed from the basement or outdoors. It features an overhead garage door, 220v outlet, and workbench. You may drive a riding lawn mower in and out with ease. Updates include the furnace and air conditioner (Oct 2025); well pump and tank replaced (2016); the 2 septic tanks were pumped and chlorinator serviced in July 2025; honeycomb shades in the bedrooms and wood-like blinds in the kitchen (2025). There are Andersen windows and sliding doors throughout, plus a Cavitette septic system. This is a rare opportunity to own a well-maintained walk-out ranch home with acreage. Call your Realtor for an appointment today!
Additional Information: This property is located in the Manhattan/Wilton Center neighborhood, IL. This 3 bedrooms detached single property is priced at $222/sqft.
Facts & Features
| MLS® # | 12498475 |
|---|---|
| Price | $499,900 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,255 |
| Price per Square Footage | $221.69 |
| Taxes | $9,787 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Not Applicable |
| Acres | 1.67 |
| Year Built | 1989 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached Single |
| Style | Ranch |
| Status | Contingent |
Community Information
| Address | 15857 West Baker Road |
|---|---|
| Area | Manhattan/Wilton Center |
| Subdivision | Ranch View |
| City | Manhattan |
| County | Will |
| State | IL |
| Zip Code | 60442 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 3 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage |
| # of Garages | 3 |
| Is Waterfront | Yes |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Wood Burning |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Unfinished, Bath/Stubbed, Storage Space, Full, Walk-Out Access |
Exterior
| Exterior | Brick, Cedar |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Landscaped, Mature Trees |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
School Information
| District | 210 |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Wilson Creek School |
| Middle | Manhattan Junior High School |
| High | Lincoln-Way West High School |
Additional Information
| Days on Market | 5 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| Taxes | $9,787 |
Listing Details
| Office | Realty Executives Elite |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | realtyexecutiveselite@comcast.net |
