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Property Description
Nestled in the secluded subdivision of Hennepin Farms just above Hennepin Hopper Lakes, this exceptional property was proudly named Better Homes and Gardens Magazine's favorite house plan of the year in 1977. Offering nearly 4,000 square feet of finished living space, the main level features 1,900 sq. ft. of classic ranch-style living with a seamless walkout basement. The sunken living room delivers a wonderful sense of space with vaulted ceilings, dark contrasting beams, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows, balanced by a warm double-sided fireplace shared with the dining room. The eat-in kitchen sits conveniently adjacent to the dining room, entry, and garage. On the opposite wing, you'll find a generously sized primary suite complete with an updated bath and sliding doors opening directly onto a brand-new deck spanning the entire length of the home. The walkout lower level features a spacious family room with a second fireplace, a bar area, an office, a workroom, a laundry room, an additional bedroom, and a full bathroom. Major updates include all three bathrooms remodeled, a brand-new septic system (two 1,000-gallon tanks with an oversized leach field), new wrap-around decking, new siding, fresh exterior paint, updated plumbing and electrical, and a rebuilt exterior chimney (swept this spring). Complete with a second garage, this property offers incredible versatility and is set across two lots totaling 2.3 private acres. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is a must-see!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7553 Audubon Dr
General
- Price: $399,000
- Taxes: $7,164 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12783764
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: Dry Bar, 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Wood-Burning, Heatilator
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Trash Compactor, Water Softener Owned, Electric Cooktop, Oven
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Softener (Owned), Generator
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Gravel, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
Location
- Area: Hennepin / Florid
- County: Putnam
- Township: Hennepin
- Driving Directions: Hwy 26 south of Hennepin to Hennepin Farms entrance. Audubon Drive to the property.
School Information
- School District: 535
- Elem School District: 535
- Midd School District: 535
- High School District: 535
- Elementary School: Putnam County Elementary School
- Middle School: Putnam County Junior High School
- High School: Putnam County High School
- Private School: Putnam County High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Stone, Wood Siding, Fiber Cement
- Exterior Const.: Stone, Wood Siding, Fiber Cement
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Square Feet: 1,900
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1977
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Second Garage
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.31
- Lot Size Range: 2.0 to 2.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 319 x 334 x 292 x 368
- Lot Features: Nature Preserve Adjacent, Wooded, Mature Trees
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1977
- Tax Amount: $7,164
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Septic Tank
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 100054170
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Schools
Schools serving 7553 Audubon Dr
School District:Putnam County Community Unit School District 535
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Putnam County Elementary School 326 5th Street, Hennepin, IL 61327 | 3-5 | 3 mi |
Putnam Co Primary School 400 East Silverspoon Avenue, Granville, IL 61326 | PK-2 | 6.3 mi |
Putnam County Jr High School 13183 N 350th Ave, McNabb, IL 61335 | 6-8 | 6.7 mi |
Putnam County High School 402 East Silverspoon Avenue, Granville, IL 61326 | 9-12 | 6.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 7553 Audubon Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,669
5%
$115,931
10%
2024
$6,322
18%
$105,684
19%
2023
$5,351
359%
$88,940
16%
2022
$1,166
—
$76,595
5%
2021
$1,167
-4%
$73,234
2%
2020
$1,221
—
$71,601
6%
2019
$1,223
4%
$67,691
5%
2018
$1,171
-2%
$64,467
4%
2017
$1,190
-1%
$62,118
3%
2016
$1,197
-6%
$60,134
1%
2015
$1,275
—
$59,315
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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7553 Audubon Drive, Hennepin, IL 61327 (MLS# 12783764) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 7553 Audubon Drive is currently listed for $399,000 and was received on October 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 7553 Audubon Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hennepin? You can browse all Hennepin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

