8 Forest Hills Drive

Lincoln, IL 62656

$599,900
Price
4
Beds
3
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
5,707 Sq. Ft.
$105 / Sq. Ft.
5,707
Sq. Ft.
$105
per Sq. Ft.

Description

1500 characters to describe this gem? Here goes! Showstopping 4 bedroom, 3 full/2 half bath two story walk-out brick/wood sided cul-de-sac home perched upon 2.64 wooded acres just steps from an 18-hole golf course and within WLB school district! Main floor of main home boasts a tiled foyer with an open staircase, gracious open living/dining concept with gorgeous wood flooring, ample natural light, and a central woodburning fireplace with adjacent built-ins, lovely equipped eat-in kitchen with an...1500 characters to describe this gem? Here goes! Showstopping 4 bedroom, 3 full/2 half bath two story walk-out brick/wood sided cul-de-sac home perched upon 2.64 wooded acres just steps from an 18-hole golf course and within WLB school district! Main floor of main home boasts a tiled foyer with an open staircase, gracious open living/dining concept with gorgeous wood flooring, ample natural light, and a central woodburning fireplace with adjacent built-ins, lovely equipped eat-in kitchen with an island and solid surface countertops, 12X15 sunporch, convenient half bath/laundry areas, 23X25 tiled rec room with a full bar (AMAZING), and a large 27X17 den with rear facing sliders. Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms including a primary suite with two closets and a private tiled full bath with a double vanity, whirlpool, and a walk-in shower -- as well as a full hall bath. The basement is host to a 16X26 family room with a woodburning fireplace, half bath, mechanicals, and abundant storage. The attached guest house/office features an amazing living room with skylights and soaring ceilings, equipped kitchen, bedroom, full bath, spiral staircase to a neat upper loft, full separate walk-out basement (WOW!) , and geothermal heating and cooling. Amazing and expansive rear patio and deck areas with panoramic views, covered front porch, Andersen windows, whole house fan, 4+ car detached garage, private well/septic system, front circle drive -- first class property! Truly remarkable!
  1. Listed by Seth Goodman • ME Realty

Property Details for 8 Forest Hills Drive

Architectural Style
Two Story
Subdivision Name
Forest Hills
LISTING UPDATED: 12/16/2024 02:01 PM

Property Details for 8 Forest Hills Drive

StatusActive
MLS #CA1027689
Days on Market288
Taxes$6,677 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1962
Lot Size2.64 AC / 114,998 SF
CountyLogan County

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Building Information for 8 Forest Hills Drive

Stories-Year Built1962Building Size-Lot Size2.64 AC / 114,998 SF

Property Information for 8 Forest Hills Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Lincoln
  • County Or Parish: Logan
  • Directions: Property is located at 8 Forest Hills Drive, Lincoln.
  • Latitude: 40.134723
  • Longitude: -89.405205
  • MLSArea Minor: Lincoln
  • Postal Code: 62656
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 11-400-006-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,677
  • Tax Legal Description: Extended legal description available at ME Realty -- 217.735.5424 / merealty@merealty.com.
  • Tax Year: 2023
School Information
  • Elementary School: W Lincoln-Brdwl
  • High School: Lincoln
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached, Oversized
  • Garage: true
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Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 4707.0
  • Living Area: 5707.0
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Sloped, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.64
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0
  • 100 Year Plain: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map,Legal Description
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1962
Utilities
  • Water Source: Private Well, Septic System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Water Softener Rented
  • Basement: Partial, Partially Finished, Walk Out
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Heating: Gas, Heating Systems - 2+, Forced Air, Cooling Systems - 2+, Central Air, Whole House Fan, Geothermal
  • Interior Features: Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Garage Door Opener(s), Jetted Tub, Skylight(s), Solid Surface Counter, Wet Bar
  • Operating Recording Device: Audio & Video
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 3667.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 2
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1040.0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 1000.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 10
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 25.0
Room 11
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 26.0
Room 12
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 13
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 14
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Informal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 15
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 16
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den/Office
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 17
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Room Width: 25.0
Room 18
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 6.0
Room 19
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Description: Second kitchen
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 20
  • Room Description: Sunporch
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room 2
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 21
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 8 Forest Hills Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8 Forest Hills Drive

Taxable ValueLand$24,670Additions$78,310Total$102,980
Tax Record2023$6,677 ($556 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size43,996 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyLOGANAPN11-400-006-00

Schools near 8 Forest Hills Drive

This home is within West Lincoln-Broadwell Esd 92 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
West Lincoln-Broadwell Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lincoln Community High School
Public9 to 12

Zion Lutheran School
PrivatePK to 8

Carroll Catholic School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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8 Forest Hills Drive is a single family home for sale in Lincoln, IL 62656. This property was listed for sale on March 4, 2024 by ME Realty, it's currently listed at $599,900. It has been on the market for a total of 288 days and was last sold on January 9, 2006. This listing's school districts are West Lincoln-Broadwell Esd 92 School District, Lincoln Chsd 404 School District. Nearby schools include West Lincoln-Broadwell Elementary School, Lincoln Community High School and Zion Lutheran School. 8 Forest Hills Drive is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 5,707 sqft single family home built in 1962.

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