1021 Rodeo Road, McLean, IL 61754

McLean

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1021 Rodeo Road,McLean, IL 61754

$225,000

Listed by: chad allen lange

Office: re/max rising

MLS#:12687934

Source:MLSNI

Price summary

Price:$225,000
Price per sq. ft.:$159.01

About this home

There are homes...and then there are places that become part of your story. Welcome to the Prairie Creek Schoolhouse-an extraordinary early-1900s landmark where history has not simply been preserved, but artfully reawakened. Every restoration, every finish, every carefully selected detail honors the soul of this remarkable building while creating a home unlike anything else on the market. Gracefully positioned on more than a half-acre, the iconic schoolhouse rises from a landscape worthy of a painting. Wrapped in timeless Streator brick, the property is embraced by towering evergreens and spectacular perennial gardens that burst into brilliant color from spring through fall. New architectural shingles and gutters crown every structure, ensuring beauty and confidence for years to come. The grounds are as purposeful as they are picturesque. An oversized, insulated and heated two-car garage offers a workshop spacious enough for dreamers, craftsmen, and collectors alike. A pristine henhouse stands ready for a flock of fresh egg-laying hens-or an inspired new purpose. Nearby, an expansive garden and storage building with electricity and gas service quietly awaits your vision. Then the front door opens......and time simply slows. Sunlight pours through enormous west-facing windows, dancing across gleaming original hardwood floors and illuminating rich century-old woodwork that has stood witness to generations. The ceilings soar nearly 11 feet overhead, filling the space with a grandeur rarely experienced in residential architecture. Authentic period lighting casts a warm glow, while a 4-by-8-foot chalkboard remains proudly in place-a timeless reminder that this room was once filled with eager young minds, hopeful futures, and the quiet rhythm of country school days. The kitchen is where heritage meets craftsmanship. Refaced maple cabinetry is paired with rich white oak butcher block countertops, handcrafted herringbone tile, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling vintage-inspired tiled feature wall. A suite of new GE fingerprint-resistant stainless steel appliances blends seamlessly into the design, while stamped vintage-style flooring grounds the space in authentic character rather than imitation. The primary suite feels less like a bedroom and more like a boutique retreat. Wrapped in luxurious, color-drenched finishes, it is anchored by a magnificent repurposed turn-of-the-century mantel that has found new life as an unforgettable architectural headboard. It is bold, romantic, and entirely one of a kind. The home's story continues downstairs. Original stairs have been lovingly restored before transitioning onto a newly crafted red oak landing and staircase leading to a completely reimagined lower level. Fresh insulation, new drywall, luxury vinyl plank flooring, repurposed vintage doors and hardware, LED lighting, two generous bedrooms, a welcoming family room, an inviting laundry room, and abundant storage create a lower level that feels every bit as intentional as the original schoolhouse above. Yet perhaps the home's greatest luxury isn't found in its finishes.....It is found in its stillness. Morning coffee arrives with the gentle procession of deer wandering across the property. Bald eagles circle effortlessly overhead. Evenings become an event as the immense west-facing windows frame sunsets that seem to stretch forever across the prairie, filling the schoolhouse with an ever-changing masterpiece of amber, crimson, lavender, and gold. Properties like Prairie Creek Schoolhouse are not built-they are inherited. They are discovered. They are cherished by those who understand that the rarest luxury is authenticity. With a clean septic inspection and service completed in June 2026, boiler professionally cleaned, and inspected in June 2026, and well water test returning clean results that same month, this remarkable home offers confidence to match its undeniable beauty. Become the next superintendent of this extraordinary rural property....

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Home facts

Year built:1918
Listing ID #:12687934
Updated:July 11, 2026 at 11:12 AM

Rooms and interior

Bedrooms:3
Total bathrooms:1
Full bathrooms:1
Rooms Total:7
Dining Description:Combined With Living Room
Bathrooms Description:No Tub
Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Basement Description:Full, Partially Finished
Living area:1,415 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

Cooling:Central Air
Heating:Natural Gas, Steam
Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

Roof:Asphalt
Year built:1918
Building area:1,415 sq. ft.
Lot area:0.54 Acres
Lot Features:Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Foundation Description:Block

Schools

High school:Olympia Elementary
Middle school:Olympia Elementary
Elementary school:Olympia Elementary

Finances and disclosures

Price:$225,000
Price per sq. ft.:$159.01
Tax amount:$3,809 (2024)

Features and amenities

Amenities:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Radon Mitigation System, Water-Softener Rented

Parking

Total parking spaces:2
Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage, Gravel
Garage:Yes
Garage spaces:2

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