Historic Home on 12.24 Acres · Carrollton, IL

OWN A PART OF GREENE COUNTY, ILLINOIS HISTORY! The Henry T. Rainey Farm is a historic property located just east of Carrollton. The main red brick farmhouse, known as Walnut Hall, was built in 1868-70 and features Greek Revival and Italianate influences. The spreading, 3-story brick home with imposing columns and original, ornate woodwork is situated on 12.24 acres. The property boasts plenty of privacy, space for gardening or hobby farming, and more. There are approximately 30 apple, 2 pear, 10 apricot, and 10 peach trees for your snacking or canning enjoyment!

Mechanical updates (200 amp electric, modern plumbing, insulation) to the main home were made in the late 1990s by the current owner who maintained the original character throughout the home. Also featured on the property: 36’x82’ dairy barn, 1000sqft guest home (2 bed, 1 bath, central air, forced heat furnace), utility barn, and chicken coup.

If an alluring property that defies the cookie-cutter style of modern architecture is what you seek, this one’s for you! Contact the Seller’s Designated Representative, Cory Rimbey, at 217.248.8516 to schedule a private tour of the property or to make an offer.

Parcel Number: 03-91-24-2-1
Taxes: $2,220
School District: Carrollton CUSD #1
Nearest Airport: 55± miles to St. Louis Lambert International Airport
Heating/Cooling: Boiler heat, Window AC units
Asking Price: $275,000

Curious to know more about Politician Henry Thomas Rainey who bought the farm in 1909? Rainey served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1903 to 1921, and again from 1923 to his death in 1934; during his last two years in office, he was Speaker of the House. As Speaker of the House, Rainey presided over the passage of New Deal legislation during President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Hundred Days; as a representative, he promoted causes such as environmental conservation and agricultural aid programs.