80 AC Caton Farm Road Farm
| Status: | Active |
| County: | Kendall |
| Township: | Na-Au-Say |
| Address: | NW Corner of Caton Farm Road & Arbeiter Road. Joliet IL 60447 |
| Gross Land Area: | 80.00 |
| Hectare Conversion | |
| Property Type: | Vacant Farm Land |
| Possible Uses: | Agricultural Production, Possible Development |
| Total Investment: | $4,400,000.00 |
| Monetary Conversion | |
| Unit Price: | $55,000 per acre |
| Productivity Index (PI): | 137.2 |
| Buildings: | No Buildings |
| Zoning: | R-1B for Single family residential with R-B Corner Commercial |
For more information contact:
Mark Goodwin
1-815-741-22261-815-741-2226 mgoodwin@bigfarms.com
Goodwin & Associates Real Estate, LLC
is an AGENT of the SELLERS.
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Property Overview
This exceptional 80-acre development opportunity is strategically positioned in Joliet's fastest-growing residential corridor. Annexed into the City of Joliet with water and sewer available at the property corner, this premier site offers everything developers seek: dual road frontage (2,658 feet on Caton Farm Road, 1,321 feet on S Arbeiter Road), predominantly level topography, and premium soils with minimal flood risk. Recent infrastructure upgrades include Caton Farm Road's expansion to a 5-lane urban roadway, positioning this turnkey site for immediate development.
The property serves a proven high-value market with median household incomes exceeding $115,000 and an exceptionally low 0.7% poverty rate. Strong demand is evidenced by Vista Ridge Subdivision's recent approval (397 units) just half a mile away—the first major development since 2007, signaling renewed market confidence. Na-Au-Say Township has experienced explosive 540% population growth since 2000, driven by families seeking the highly-rated Oswego School District 308 and convenient access to Chicago (30-40 miles). Historical successes including Wesmere (800+ homes) and Kendall Ridge (665 units) established this corridor as a premier residential location.
Currently annexed and zoned R-1 (single family) and R-B commercial Corner by the City of Joliet. The 80-acre configuration offers flexible options for single-family residential, mixed housing types, or planned unit developments. With immediate infrastructure, superior demographics, top-rated schools, and strategic positioning in a corridor poised for significant expansion, this site represents a rare opportunity in suburban Chicago's most dynamic growth market.
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Property Notes
MARKET DEMOGRAPHICS
ZIP 60447 (Property Location)
• Median
Income: $115,039 (31% above Joliet average)
• Population:
16,099 | Poverty Rate: 0.7%
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Demographics: 76.6% White, 16.6% Hispanic,
median age 35.4
Na-Au-Say Township
• Growth:
1,672 (2000) ? 10,708+ (2024) = 540% increase
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Character: 90% homeownership, highly-rated
schools, affluent families
Tapestry Segments
Target Profiles: Affluent
Estates (Boomburbs, Savvy Suburbanites) | Family Landscapes (Soccer Moms, Home
Improvement)
Characteristics: Upper-middle
income families, suburban homeowners, Chicago commuters
DEVELOPMENT CONTEXT
Infrastructure & Utilities
• Status:
Annexed into Joliet | Water & sewer at property corner
• Road:
Caton Farm upgraded to 5-lane urban roadway
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Frontage: 2,658' Caton Farm + 1,321' Arbeiter
Road
Recent Comparable Development
Vista Ridge Subdivision
(0.5 miles east, approved Dec 2024):
• 321
single-family + 76 townhomes on 120 acres (~3.3 units/acre)
• Ryan
Homes builder | First major development since 2007
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Demonstrates strong market demand returning to corridor
Planning Designations
• Current:
A-1 Agriculture | Future: Residential (annexed into Joliet)
• Schools:
Oswego District 308 (highly-rated, fastest-growing in IL)
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Plans: Joliet updating comprehensive plan (1st
in 60 years) | Kendall County LRMP designates Low Density Residential
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
• Location:
Established growth corridor, 30-40 miles from Chicago
• Demographics:
$115k median income, 0.7% poverty, affluent target market
• Infrastructure:
Complete utilities, upgraded 5-lane road, full municipal services
• Market
Validation: 397-unit Vista Ridge approved nearby, Ryan Homes confidence
• Schools:
Top-rated Oswego District 308, major growth driver
•
Timing: Market revival after 16-year pause,
strong pent-up demand
KEY SOURCES
Tapestry: esri.com/tapestry-segmentation
Demographics: illinois-demographics.com/60447 | datausa.io/joliet
Vista Ridge: patch.com/joliet/321-new-homes
Joliet Plan: joliet.gov/comprehensive-plan
Kendall LRMP: kendallcountyil.gov/lrmp
Property Map
Listing Details
General Information |
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| Listing Name: | 80 AC Caton Farm Road Farm | |
| Tax ID Number/APN: | 06-27-400-001 | |
| Possible Uses: | Currently in Agricultural Production, but zoned for residential development. This is a premier residential development opportunity. Property annexed into City of Joliet with immediate utility access. Ideal for single-family residential, mixed housing, or planned unit development. Currently generating agricultural income while development plans are finalized. | |
| Zoning: | R-1B for Single Family Residential Development and R-B Business District at the corner of Caton Farm and Arbeiter road. | |
Area & Location |
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| School District: | Oswego Community Unit School District 308 (Preschool - 12th Grade) | |
| Location Description: | This property is strategically located in southeastern Kendall County in Na-Au-Say Township, approximately 2 miles northeast of Minooka, Illinois and 8 miles west of Joliet. | |
| Site Description: | This 80-acre development site presents an ideal configuration with clean boundaries, efficient layout, and exceptional natural drainage characteristics that minimize infrastructure costs. The property's predominantly level topography is optimal for residential development, while a small natural drainage creek in the northwest corner provides an attractive natural amenity for future open space, trails, or buffer areas. The site's rectangular configuration offers flexible development options including phased construction, multiple product types, or a single cohesive master-planned community. | |
| Side of Street: | The property is situated along Caton Farm Road, a well-maintained county road providing excellent year-round access. The eastern boundary fronts S Arbeiter Road, offering additional access options and excellent visibility. | |
| Highway Access: | Interstate & Highway Access: I-80: 6 miles south - major east-west interstate corridor I-55: 10 miles east - connects Chicago to St. Louis U.S. Route 52: 3.5 miles south - principal east-west arterial Illinois Route 47: 8 miles west - north-south state highway IL Rt. 126 is only 2.8 miles north. Caton Farm Road: Direct paved access along southern boundary |
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| Road Type: | Caton Farm Road: Paved, county-maintained rural collector road along southern boundary S Arbeiter Road: Paved road along eastern boundary |
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| Legal Description: | S1/2 SE1/4 of Section 27, Township 36 North, Range 8 East, Kendall County, Illinois | |
| Property Visibility: | With frontage on both Caton Farm Road and S Abeiter Road, this property provides excellent access and visibility in a rapidly growing market area. | |
| Largest Nearby Street: | Caton Farm Road - principal east-west corridor through Na-Au-Say Township Connects to major state highways and interstate access Primary corridor for agricultural product transportation |
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| Transportation: | Closest Metra and Amtrack Stations: Joliet Gateway Center (Rock Island District and Heritage Corridor lines) - approximately 13 miles Pace Bus Depot Plainfield 8 miles. (Chicago to Plainfield) Airport Distances: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) - approximately 42-43 miles (45-minute drive) Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - approximately 53 miles (1 hour drive) |
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Land Related |
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| Lot Frontage (Feet): | Caton Farm Road: 2,658.92 feet Arbeiter Road: 1,321.76 feet Total Frontage: 3,980.68 feet This corner property has substantial road frontage on both streets, which provides excellent visibility and multiple access points. |
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| Tillable Acres: | There is approximately 75.38 tillable acres. | |
| Buildings: | There are no buildings on this property. | |
| Zoning Description: | Currently Zoned: A-1, Agriculture | |
| Flood Plain or Wetlands: | WETLANDS: Classification: R4SBC - Riverine Total Wetland Area: 0.76 acres (less than 1%) Location: Limited to natural drainage creek in northwest corner Data Source: USDA National Wetlands Inventory FEMA FLOOD INFORMATION: Zone AE (100-year Floodplain + Floodway): 10.75 acres (13.7%) - Limited to creek corridor Zone X (500-year Floodplain): 0.73 acres (0.9%) |
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| Topography: | Elevation Range: 585.8 to 604.9 feet above sea level Average Elevation: 596.8 feet Total Relief: 19.1 feet Terrain: Predominantly flat to gently sloping (0-2% slopes) Drainage: Natural drainage creek through northwest corner Contour Pattern: Gentle slope from northwest to southeast |
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| Soil Type: | Soil Breakdown: Drummer Silty Clay Loam (152A) - 34.93 acres (46.3%) Martinton Silt Loam (189A) - 27.13 acres (36.0%) Mundelein Silt Loam (442A) - 7.76 acres (10.3%) Milford Silty Clay Loam (69A) - 5.56 acres (7.4%) *Premium soils provide stable building conditions* |
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| Available Utilities: | Both sewer and water are near the site at the southeast corner and available from the city of Joliet. | |
Financials |
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| Finance Data Year: | 2024 Tax Year, Payable 2025 | |
| Real Estate Taxes: | Annual Property Taxes: $4,408.66 Tax Per Acre: Approximately $55.00 per acre |
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| Investment Amount: | $4,400,000.00 -or- $55,000 per acre |
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Location |
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| Address: | Caton Farm Road, Minooka, Illinois 60447 | |
| County: | Kendall County, IL | |
MARK GOODWIN PROFESSIONAL BIOGRAPHY
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Mark Goodwin - Illinois Land Broker
1-815-741-22261-815-741-2226 mgoodwin@bigfarms.com
Goodwin & Associates Real Estate, LLC
is an AGENT of the SELLERS.