Beautifully updated 2,080 sq. ft. ranch home is situated on OVER 1/2 ACRE with a country feel! The newly painted exterior in a gray and white color scheme welcomes you! The lovely living room showcases a white painted brick wood burn fireplace with complimenting wood shiplap detail and pretty curtains. You will love this kitchen boasting white subway tiled backsplash, white cabinetry, glistening gray and white quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including a convection oven, a 5-burner gas range top, and a pantry. There is a breakfast bar featuring Edison bulb light pendants, and a ceiling light fan to add ambiance to this favorite gathering area! The dining area presents a fun drum shade chandelier, a built-in white wall hutch, and open wood shelving. Step down into the family room hosting a beamed ceiling, wood wall paneling, ceiling-light fan, and hidden storage cubby. The open staircase leads you to the 18'x9' upper-level loft with a vaulted beamed ceiling. This stacked family room and loft area is a cool-vibe hang-out area! The heart of this home highlights wood laminate flooring, a gray and white color scheme, attractive window treatments, 6-panel wood doors with oiled bronze hardware, and eye-catching lighting. You will love the full bathroom displaying a tile surround tub/shower, furniture-look wide vanity, tile flooring, and built-in linen closets. The Primary bedroom features a ceiling-light fan and T.V. wall bracket. Other bedrooms have ceiling-light fans, continued wood laminate flooring, window blinds, and attached wall display shelving. In 2021, the sellers installed new thermopane windows in all bedrooms and primary bathroom! A 1/2 bathroom has a white vanity and wall sconces. The 26'3" x 23' expanded garage offers a 2nd refrigerator, workbench, 2-garage door openers, and block glass detail. The concrete driveway and a side apron accommodate additional parking spaces. This garage leads to the unfinished basement including a 2nd brick wood burn fireplace, washer, gas dryer, 96.1 energy efficient furnace, humidifier, electric circuit breakers, and an active radon system. Be amazed by the stunning sunrises and sunsets in the open backyard setting with mature trees and a brick patio. A fenced-in backyard with new partial wood fencing and a gate also comes with a shed and outdoor playset. In 2020, a new architectural roof, exterior siding, and gutters were installed. This area is "unincorporated" with a favorable lower tax rate, private well, and public sewer system, with NO SYCAMORE BUYER TRANSFER TAX! Enjoy country living that is close to downtown Sycamore, schools, restaurants, parks, library, bars, and outdoor entertainment. HOME SWEET SYCAMORE HOME!