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$774,900

2 720 Nelson Lake Rd

Batavia, IL
Active
6
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
5.0
Lot Size (acres)
1999
Year Built
240
Days On Market

Escape the ordinary and step into your own private retreat with 5 acres of country charm. Entering you will pass 20 garden plots, 18 fruit trees, trellises of grape vines and your own wild raspberry patch. The green garden shed has a wood burning stove and is partially drywalled just waiting to become a darling she shed. This area is highly landscaped with over 20 varieties of perennials. Stroll on over to the grapevine and clematis covered gazebo and deck to grilling, entertain or just a Great location to relax or hold family barbeques. This tranquil property is zoned ag. The backyard is fenced for horses or your hobby farm. Chicken house is in place and ready to go. Metal Barn is Half for live stock and half has cement flooring with heat coils. Greenhouse adjacent to the barn just needs tlc and your choice of plastic coving to grow your own plants. Property is within sight of Nelson Lake Forest preserve. Once entering the home the high ceiling, open concept and abundant windows allows the nature to flow inside. Many rooms have been newly painted. New carpet in master, and large family room. 3 bedrooms 2 full baths on lower level plus 2 bedrooms and full baths upstairs. Owner is a professional sound engineer so there is a complete sound design studio for recording. This room can be redesigned to become one large game room. Enter into the cobblestone four season porch that leads you directly outside and connects to a partially renovated coach house that is Around 950 sq feet with a Wrap around porch. All new paint, cabinets, trim and carpet. Coach house has a new tiled walk in shower. Great BandB , in law suite, our business office. This is a must see. House has some special features and newer upgrades. New air conditioner and furnace spring 2025 in main house. New roof in 2024.(Has gutter guards) New septic pump 2024. New dishwasher, gas range and sump pump . Handicap accessible shower in lower level bathroom 2024.Coach house has accessible ramp leading up the side of the deck. If your looking for land but want to be near all the retail shopping or access to I 88 this is on of the few homes available in this area.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
06/04/2026
Listed By
Jonathan Minerick · Homecoin.com, 8884002513
MLS#
12584657
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
2 S 720 Nelson Lake Rd, Batavia, IL 60510
City
Batavia
County
Kane
Zip Code
60510

Architecture

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4
Year Built
1999
Style
Cottage
Construction Materials
Other
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Gravel, Asphalt, Garage, Detached

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Cooktop, Cooktop, Water Softener Owned, Water Softener, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring
Carpet
Exterior Features
Fire Pit, Outdoor Grill, Barbecue
Patio and Porch
Deck, Porch
Community Features
Stable(s)
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Other
Heating
Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
5 Acres
Lot Features
Garden, Pasture
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Utilities
Cable Available

Square Footage

Total
3,500 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$774,900
Annual Taxes
$18,316

Schools

100/100
Geneva Middle School North
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 3.1 mi
City
Geneva
Students
720
Student body
86% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
4%
Phone
(630) 463-3700
79/100
Illinois Mathematics and Science
High · Grades 10–12 · 3 mi
City
Aurora
Students
631
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
40% Asian · 32% White · 10% Black
Free/reduced lunch
1%
Phone
(630) 907-5053
76/100
Goodwin Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 2.2 mi
City
North Aurora
Students
367
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
50% White · 32% Hispanic / Latino · 11% Black
Free/reduced lunch
38%
Phone
(630) 301-5003
75/100
Alice Gustafson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 2.6 mi
City
Batavia
Students
390
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
79% White · 15% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
18%
Phone
(630) 937-8000
74/100
Batavia Senior High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 2.5 mi
City
Batavia
Students
1,931
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
78% White · 12% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
18%
Phone
(630) 937-8600
74/100
Geneva Middle School South
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 3 mi
City
Geneva
Students
639
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
82% White · 10% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
5%
Phone
(630) 463-3600
71/100
Fearn Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.1 mi
City
North Aurora
Students
472
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
52% White · 30% Hispanic / Latino · 11% Black
Free/reduced lunch
28%
Phone
(630) 301-5001
69/100
Herget Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 3 mi
City
Aurora
Students
584
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
60% Hispanic / Latino · 26% White · 9% Black
Free/reduced lunch
45%
Phone
(630) 301-5006

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
05/29/2026Price change$774,900
03/07/2026Listed for sale$789,000

Listed by Jonathan Minerick · Homecoin.com · 8884002513

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: June 4, 2026 at 5:10 AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12584657

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