RURAL GILSON, IL REAL ESTATE W/ 7.34 ACRES AND PERSONAL PROPERTY LIVE AUCTION
The following one-of-a-kind property will be sold at 1180 Knox Rd. 1600 E. Gilson, IL (turn S off Rt. 150 onto County 12 and travel 2.3 miles to Highway 17, then east 1 mile to 1600 E, then N.1 mile to sale site), on
SUNDAY JULY 26TH, 2026 AT 12:00 NOON (R.E. SELLS FIRST)
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PROPERTY DETAILS: It is impossible to properly describe the unique quality of this property. It is a must see! This historic 1918 Sears Kit 2-story brick home sits on 7.34 acres in the Knoxville School District. The house has been updated with a lg kitchen with nice cupboards that is open to a full dining/living room area. The woodwork is original and well maintained and there is nice flooring thoughout the house. Original pocket doors enter into another living area that opens to a glassed in front porch. This part of the house contains a full bath, closet areas and a partially open staircase leading to the 2nd story. The upstairs has original wood flooring and 4 large bedrooms with beautiful windows, alcove areas and a spectacular view. One bedroom is currently used as a walk-in closet with shelving and much storage. Another nice full bath is located upstairs along with the entrance to the walk-up attic. The brick and concrete basement is full, dry and partially drywalled. New gas furnace and central air units have been installed recently. The roof on the house and on the unattached lg. garage was new in 2021. Most windows are also fairly new. There is a wood burner and a propane fireplace as another alternative to heat the house. There is also a Generac whole house generator installed. Other recent home improvements include ceiling fans, brand new window covers, tri-view doors w/2 side panels and screens, 2025 complete tuckpointing, professional power wash in 2025, a 2026 radon mitigation system, updated electric and plumbing, a new patio, sidewalk and new steps on front and back of house in 2023 and some brand new landscaping. A unique attraction of this property are the outside acres. The back patio from the house includes an amazing in ground 25,000-gallon salt water pool with heat, brand new liner, dual bottom drains and a chlorine generator. The pool is completely fenced with a separate bath/pool house added in 2023 with toilet and sink. There is also a nice sized pond under reconstruction. A new well pump and pipes were updated in 2024. There are multiple other wells located throughout the property. Probably the most unique feature are the grain bins erected on the property that have been revamped into living quarters. They both have full bathrooms, ceilings, nice flooring and make for the perfect adult get a way, playroom, family or pd. lodging or many other possibilities. They are complete with their own power panels, heat and cooling. Again, you must see these beautiful creations. 2 other grain bins are set up for storage units. There are hook ups for up to 3 RVs 30 amp/220 service. No dump for RVs. Solar panels that are completely paid off will remain on the property. The panels have kept the electric bill under 21.00 a month. Other amenities outside include fruit trees, berries, asparagus patch, raised garden bed, hayfield, storage shed, copper chimney cap, 1000-gallon propane tank and unbelievable views of wildlife and nature. Come see this property at the OPEN HOUSE on Thursday June 25th from 4:30-6:00 p.m. TERMS: A non-refundable $10,000.00 deposit will be required on auction day, with the balance to be pd. in full at closing in approx. 30 days. No credit cards accepted for real estate or titled items. A valid purchase agreement will be signed on the day of sale.
MICHAEL AND LAURINA BORYCA—SELLERS
FOLGER’S AUCTION SERVICE, INC. (JIM AND CATHIE GIBBS, OWNERS), MATT SHIPLEY—Williamsfield, Il Ph. 309-337-2150 and 309-368-6314 Email: folgersauctionservice@gmail.com Cash, check or credit cards accepted. Lunch served. Attorney for Seller—Justin Raver—309-386-1054