20.5-acre wooded property offering a rare combination of privacy, usable outbuildings, and a well-maintained ranch with a finished walkout basement and wraparound porch. The setting features a mix of mature trees and open yard space, creating a secluded feel with natural privacy. The main level features an open-concept layout with hardwood flooring, a spacious living area with fireplace, and an updated kitchen with granite countertops and a large island. Multiple windows provide natural light and wooded views with access to the deck. The home includes 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath on the main level. The finished walkout basement adds a spacious second living area with wood-burning stove, a third bedroom, second full bath, and an additional 10x13 unfinished room for storage or fourth bedroom (egress in place). A 1,044 SF detached garage (2017), second garage, and shed provide substantial space for vehicles, equipment, or workshop use, with flexibility for varied use.
Est. $2,763 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8659 N 1000th Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CIBR #6258372
Jul 10, 2026
Sold
$586,000
$278/sq ft
May 29, 2026
Pending
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May 12, 2026
Contingent
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May 7, 2026
Listed
$575,000
$273/sq ft
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Public record
Beds
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Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Effingham County
APN
0406022037
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on May 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Kitchen Island
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Walk-Out Access, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Rear Porch, Front Porch
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2110
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,120
Below Grade Finished Area: 990
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Equipment: Generator
Other Structures: Workshop, Garage(s), Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Lot Size : 20.5
Lot Size Area: 20.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 20.5
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,816
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School District: Effingham Dist. 40
Middle Or Junior School District: Effingham Dist. 40
High School District: Effingham Dist. 40
Location Information
Directions: From Effingham, take Route 45 north to 1000th Road. Turn east onto 1000th Road. Property will be on the right side of the road.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Effingham County
APN: 0406022037
Home facts updated by county records on May 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CentralIllinoisBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Central Grade School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
Effingham Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.6mi
6/10
Effingham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.3mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 27% for direct sun exposure in Effingham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.