Very nice 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home situated on an oversized, fenced lot in Athens. The home offers a double sided fireplace that can be enjoyed in the living room and the dining room. The primary bedroom has walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom. Here is a list of updates that have been done: - crawl space professionally waterproofed / insulated. (Prairie Insulation) - additional insulation blown in the attic (Prairie Insulation) - all fixtures updated - 20x16 deck added 2017 - complete septic system 2015 (Finfrock Septic) - house completely re-plumbed 2020 (Flentje Plumbing) - water heater replaced 2022 - Garage finished, heated and cooled
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$159Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Diane Tinsley• The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Est. $2,566 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 14498 Prairie Trl
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1043114
May 26, 2026
Sold
$265,000
$159/sq ft
Apr 20, 2026
Listed
$265,000
$159/sq ft
Apr 20, 2026
Listing Removed
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RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA152818
Jul 15, 2015
Sold
$140,000
$84/sq ft
May 26, 2015
Listed
$142,900
$86/sq ft
+2
SHARP 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH RANCH ON NICE LOT WITH FENCED YARD. THE KITCHEN IS BIG & FAMILY FRIENDLY. DOUBLE SIDED FIREPLACE BETWEEN LIVING & DINING ROOMS. NICE SIZE MASTER WITH WALK-IN CLOSET. LAUNDRY ROOM WITH STORAGE SPACE JUST OFF OF KITCHEN. VERY NICE HOME. SQ. FT. DEEMED TO BE RELIABLE BUT NOT GUARANTEED.
Tax Legal Description: S35 T18 R6 LOT 55 COUNTRY LAKE ESTATES-2ND PLAT
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Septic System
Location
School Information
High School: Athens District #213
Location Information
Directions: RT. 29 TO ATHENS. AT STOP SIGN (MAIN ST.) TURN RIGHT TO SECOND ST, TURN LEFT
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: Athens,Greenview
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,668
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: Menard County
APN: 1235425008
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Athens,Greenview
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 1668
Building Area Total: 1668
Year Built: 1998
Around this home
Schools
Cantrall Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 3.8mi
9/10
Athens Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
4/10
Athens Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Athens, IL • 62613
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 10% for direct sun exposure in Athens. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.