From herb gardens to horses this 4.26 acres located in a quiet rural setting just outside the town of Forrest offers all the amenities of country living for today's growing family. Beautiful well built 4 or 5 bedroom 3 bath home with dine in kitchen with the latest appliances, Corian counter tops and tile floor, living room, family room with colonnades, bath and bonus room that could be a main level bedroom or utility room. Second level has 4 large bedrooms and full bath. The 3rd level has a full bath and large bedroom or play area. Full basement. Geothermal heating and cooling. Huge deck, 750 sq. ft, off dining area with French doors. 36x54 heated and insulated with floor heat shop. Crib has been converted into another storage building. Barn has newer roof and has been used for horses, goats and chickens. Fenced in pasture. Property has 2 wells-newer one for the house and an older one that services the barn and gardens. Don't worry about social distancing or Covid-19 when you buy this secluded property. You will have all the privacy you desire. Easy access to US Route 24 and Illinois Route 47.
Recently remodeled 2240 Sq Ft country home located on 4.26 acres. This tranquil setting has many mature trees including several assorted fruit. Features 5 bedrooms including a master suite on 3rd level, 3 baths, eat in kitchen w/ gas fireplace, living room w/ large gas fireplace, office, den and a full basement. Out buildings include a 36x54 Cleary building and a 30x30 shop with concrete floor and electric. Entertain dozens of guests on the 720 Sq Ft deck or enjoy a quiet evening on your 12x30 covered porch.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10287748
Feb 17, 2010
Sold (MLS)
$215,000
$101/sq ft
Nov 25, 2009
Listed
$225,000
$106/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 17, 1986
Sold
$56,756
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,532 (+8.8%)
$16,102 + $84,403
$100,505
2024
$6,923 (+12.3%)
$14,638 + $76,730
$91,368
2023
$6,162 (+0.5%)
$12,840 + $67,363
$80,203
2022
$6,131 (+5.8%)
$11,986 + $66,787
$78,773
2021
$5,797 (+58.4%)
$11,986 + $66,787
$78,773
2020
$3,659 (−3.6%)
$11,265 + $62,770
$74,035
2019
$3,795 (−6.3%)
$11,265 + $37,359
$48,624
2018
$4,050 (+5.1%)
$11,613 + $38,514
$50,127
2017
$3,853 (−1.1%)
$11,176 + $35,306
$46,482
2016
$3,897 (−3.8%)
$10,644 + $33,625
$44,269
2015
$4,050 (+4.2%)
$10,644 + $33,625
$44,269
2014
$3,887 (+10.4%)
$11,088 + $31,081
$42,169
2013
$3,522
$11,796 + $33,065
$44,861
Tax history for 25893 E 825 Rd N
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,532 (+8.8%)
$16,102 + $84,403
$100,505
2024
$6,923 (+12.3%)
$14,638 + $76,730
$91,368
2023
$6,162 (+0.5%)
$12,840 + $67,363
$80,203
2022
$6,131 (+5.8%)
$11,986 + $66,787
$78,773
2021
$5,797 (+58.4%)
$11,986 + $66,787
$78,773
2020
$3,659 (−3.6%)
$11,265 + $62,770
$74,035
2019
$3,795 (−6.3%)
$11,265 + $37,359
$48,624
2018
$4,050 (+5.1%)
$11,613 + $38,514
$50,127
2017
$3,853 (−1.1%)
$11,176 + $35,306
$46,482
2016
$3,897 (−3.8%)
$10,644 + $33,625
$44,269
2015
$4,050 (+4.2%)
$10,644 + $33,625
$44,269
2014
$3,887 (+10.4%)
$11,088 + $31,081
$42,169
2013
$3,522
$11,796 + $33,065
$44,861
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.26 Acres
Year renovated
1915
Sq. Ft.
2,040
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Livingston County
APN
26-26-05-400-007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 12
# of Garage Spaces: 8
# of Exterior Parking Spaces: 4
Garage Parking, Parking Space(s)
Parking On-Site
Parking Ownership: Owned Parking
Detached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Gravel Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 4
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 13X15
On 2nd Level
Other Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 13X14
On 2nd Level
Other Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 11X13
On 2nd Level
Other Flooring
Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 10X13
On 2nd Level
Other Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath
Living Room Information
Size: 16X16
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Family Room Information
Size: 13X13
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room Information
Size: 8X12
On Main Level
Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
Kitchen Information
Size: 14X15
On Main Level
Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
Laundry Room Information
Size: 10X12
In Basement
Additional Rooms Information
Game Room
Full Basement
Unfinished Basement
Additional Room #1 Information
Game Room
Size: 12X16
On 3rd Level
Heating & Cooling
Electric Heating
Central Air Conditioning, Geothermal
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Built Before 1978
Recent Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Age: 100+ Years
Vinyl Siding
Lot Information
Dimensions: 232X468X70X1080
4.0-4.99 Acres
Zero Lot Line: No
BNAR Zoning: AGR
Property Information
# of Rooms: 9
Ownership: Fee Simple
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 0
Rehab Year: 2010
Rural (Y/N): Y
School Bus Service
Parcel Identification Number: 26260540000700
Financial
Financial Information
Tax: $3,800
Tax Year: 2019
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: Well (Private)
Septic (Private)
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Chatsworth Elementary School
Elementary School District: 8
Junior High: Prairie Central Jr High
Junior High District: 8
High School: Prairie Central High School
High School District: 8
Location Information
Subdivision: Not Applicable
Township: Forrest
Corporate Limits: UNINCORPORATED
Directions: Route 24 to 825 N. Road. North to property.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,040
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: 1915
County: Livingston County
APN: 26-26-05-400-007
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Sale Price Includes Parking
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: No
Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Prairie Central Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
Prairie Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 104° expected this year, 17 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Forrest, IL • 61741
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.