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$449,999

For Sale - Active
18303 Lincoln Rd, Harvard, IL 60033
1 Bed
2 Baths
1,500 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1992
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 5 hours ago
Updated: Aug 14, 2025 at 05:16AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,040
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.51
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.7%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1992
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Welcome to Casina, a remarkable example of intellectual architecture designed by the late architects Alfred Swenson and Pao-Chi Chang. Constructed with concrete, metal, and glass, Casina is built to endure well beyond our lifetimes. Alfred and Pao-Chi studied under Mies van der Rohe at the Illinois Institute of Technology, and Mies' influence on modern architecture is evident in this masterpiece. The home is named Casina, derived from the Latin word for "small cabin," and took several years to complete. Set on 10 serene, rolling acres, the house is intentionally positioned to maintain a sense of detachment from its surroundings, allowing the landscape to be admired from a distance. The architects drew inspiration from a Yuan Dynasty scroll depicting two scholars contemplating the vast landscape from an open-fronted pavilion. Spanning 1,500 square feet, the home is bright, open, and breathtaking the moment you step inside. It features dramatic vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows on both ends, seamlessly blending the indoors with the surrounding nature. The second-level open bedroom loft includes dual porches on each side, a full bathroom, and discreet built-in cabinetry. The loft comfortably accommodates a king-size bed. The kitchenette, fully electric, sits adjacent to the dedicated living area, where additional hidden storage can serve as a pantry or extra space as needed. The living room, designed to impress, offers spectacular, unobstructed views of the expansive 10-acre property. A cozy fireplace adds warmth, while the carefully arranged PAR lighting on the ceiling mimics a star cluster. A partial basement houses the utilities and provides additional storage, with exterior access via a stairwell. This is a rare opportunity to own a historic, architecturally significant home-perfect as a unique Airbnb stay, a charming getaway, or even a modern hobby farm. Contact us today to schedule your private showing!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 1

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 5
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement Description: None
  • Fireplace: Yes

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Rural/Agricultural

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0705200010
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1992

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,960

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Well
  • Heating: Propane
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Mc Henry

Listing Details


Listed by:
Brett Larson
Redfin Corporation
(224) 290-7427

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12315176
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,040
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.51
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$449,999
Amount financed:
-$359,999
Down payment:
$90,000
Closing costs:
$13,500
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$103,500
Square feet:
1,500
Cost per square foot:
$300
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.53

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$359,999
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$2,130
Property tax:
$497
Insurance:
$161
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,788

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,300 $27,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$138 -$1,656
Operating income:
$2,162 $25,944

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (22%)
22%-$497-$5,960
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$161-$1,932
Property management: (8%)
8%-$184-$2,208
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (47%)
47%-$1,072-$12,860

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,090 $13,080
Mortgage payments:
-$2,130 -$25,560
Cash flow:
$1,040 $12,480