$6,531

closing credit¹

8 Forest Hills Dr Lincoln, IL 62656

$550,000
4 beds
3 full, 2 partial
5,707 sqft
2.6 acres
$96 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8 Forest Hills Dr

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!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Central, Whole House Fan, Geothermal
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Size5,707 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size2.64 Acres
Year built1962
ParkingDetached, Oversized
MLS #CA1027689
Garage4 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room, Living Room, Wood Burning

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Summary

  • MLS Number: CA1027689
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: ME Realty
  • Listing Agent: Seth Goodman

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$550,000

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$102,980$6,677
2022$96,020$6,429
2021$92,330$6,171
2020$90,960$6,029
2019$89,620$6,171
2018$89,620$6,189
2017$89,620$4,428

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Northwest Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.1 mi

506 11th St

8

Central Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.2 mi

100 7th St

7

Washington-Monroe Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.6 mi

1002 Pekin St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $69,605. Residents of Lincoln, IL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

27%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
28%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • CountryCountry
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 8 Forest Hills Dr

This home is located at 8 Forest Hills Dr in Lincoln, IL and zip code 62656. This 5,707 square foot home, which was built in 1962, sits on a 2.64 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 6, 2024 and is currently priced at $550,000.

Over 4 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Lincoln, IL. In the same period over 3 listings were sold below the listed price and 4 listings were sold for the listed price. Between December and January 2025, Lincoln, IL real estate market has seen no change in the number of listings . Listings spent 48 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $127,750 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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