Sold258d on market
7736 Forest Hills Ln
Waterloo, IL, 62298 • 62298 • Monroe County
$475,000
$173/sqft
3Beds
3Baths
2,745Sqft
5 acLot
1989Built
Property DNA
Outdoor Living
Covered · Deck · Front Porch · Patio · Wrap Around
2 Fireplaces
Wood Burning Stove
Special Features
Garage(s) · Shed(s)
2-Car Garage
Driveway · Garage Door Opener · Garage Faces Front · Oversized · Workshop in Garage
This home is in high demand
Listed 258 days ago · 34 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
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258 days on market
Established listing
$173/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1989
Welcome home to this stunning true log cabin retreat nestled on 5 private acres! This one-of-a-kind home combines rustic charm with modern comfort. The main floor features an open-concept living area with soaring wood ceilings, a cozy woodburning stove, and access to a breezeway that connects to an oversized 2-car garage—complete with electric, a work area, and a spacious loft that offers potential for additional living space. Upstairs, you’ll find the sprawling master suite with a full bath and a large loft area perfect for a reading nook, home office, or creative space. The finished walk-out lower level adds even more versatility, featuring a family room w/ an additional working woodburning stove, rec area, & bonus room that could be converted to 4th bedroom. Outdoor living is a dream with your own small basketball court, treehouse, zip line, and two storage sheds—including a large 15x20 metal shed. The cabin has been recently stained, features a newer roof, hot water heater, water treatment system, new well tank, and is now connected to district water. ADT security system is also in place for peace of mind. Whether you're looking for a peaceful full-time residence or a weekend escape, this property is a rare opportunity to own your own log cabin paradise. Don’t miss it! Seller willing to sell home furnishings as well.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights cozy woodburning stove, small basketball court, and large loft area as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,971/month
Principal & Interest$2,337
Property Tax$475
Insurance$158
Down payment20% ($95,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.24% rate · 30yr fixed · $380,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1989
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot5 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1989
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ConstructionLog
Water / SewerPublic / Septic Tank
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full,Walk-Out Access
Fireplaces2
Lot5 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood62298
Annual tax$6,870
Parcel0717400011000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Beamed Ceilings
Breakfast Bar
Ceiling Fan(s)
Entrance Foyer
Appliances
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Flooring
Varies
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Fireplace
Wood Burning Stove
Exterior Features
Exterior
Basketball Court
Parking
Driveway
Garage Door Opener
Garage Faces Front
Oversized
Workshop in Garage
Construction
Log
Patio & Porch
Covered
Deck
Front Porch
Patio
Wrap Around
Lot Features
Wooded
Security
Security System
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Garage(s)
Shed(s)
Room details
14 rooms detailed
Primary Bedroom
Second32×14 ft448 sqft
Bedroom2
Main13×13 ft169 sqft
Bedroom3
Main13×11 ft143 sqft
Primary Bathroom
Second9×9 ft81 sqft
Bathroom2
Main8×8 ft64 sqft
Bathroom3
Lower6×9 ft54 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market258
Est. value$483,400
Est. rent$2,898/mo
Tax rate1.70%
Price/sqft$173
On marketJun 5, 2025
PostedAug 5, 2025
Last sold$475,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 25, 2025
Tour days6
Views34
How are the schools in Waterloo?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Waterloo, IL, 62298
Price history
15 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 24, 2025Sold$475,000$173MARIS
Jul 24, 2025Pending Sale$460,000$168MARIS
Jun 11, 2025Contingent$460,000$168MARIS
Jun 5, 2025Listed For Sale$460,000$168MARIS
Jan 25, 2021Sold$204,000$74Public Record
Jun 24, 2020Sold$204,000$74MARIS
May 22, 2020Pending Sale$194,900$71Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
May 19, 2020Price Change$194,900$71Buck-Lo Enterprises
Mar 6, 2020Pending Sale$205,000$75Buck-Lo Enterprises
Feb 13, 2020Price Change$205,000$75Buck-Lo Enterprises
Jan 23, 2020Price Change$219,900$80Buck-Lo Enterprises
Dec 26, 2019Price Change$239,900$87Buck-Lo Enterprises
Nov 25, 2019Listed For Sale$298,900$109Buck-Lo Enterprises
Nov 3, 2018Listing Removed$220,047$80Auction.com
Oct 3, 2018Listed For Sale——Auction.com
Sold$475,000
Jul 24, 2025•$173/sqft•MARIS
Pending Sale$460,000
Jul 24, 2025•$168/sqft•MARIS
Contingent$460,000
Jun 11, 2025•$168/sqft•MARIS
Listed For Sale$460,000
Jun 5, 2025•$168/sqft•MARIS
Sold$204,000
Jan 25, 2021•$74/sqft•Public Record
Sold$204,000
Jun 24, 2020•$74/sqft•MARIS
Pending Sale$194,900
May 22, 2020•$71/sqft•Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
Price Change$194,900
May 19, 2020•$71/sqft•Buck-Lo Enterprises
Pending Sale$205,000
Mar 6, 2020•$75/sqft•Buck-Lo Enterprises
Price Change$205,000
Feb 13, 2020•$75/sqft•Buck-Lo Enterprises
Price Change$219,900
Jan 23, 2020•$80/sqft•Buck-Lo Enterprises
Price Change$239,900
Dec 26, 2019•$87/sqft•Buck-Lo Enterprises
Listed For Sale$298,900
Nov 25, 2019•$109/sqft•Buck-Lo Enterprises
Listing Removed$220,047
Nov 3, 2018•$80/sqft•Auction.com
Listed For Sale—
Oct 3, 20180•Auction.com
Tax history
17 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2024$7,362$120,230
Apr 9, 2023$6,870$112,670
Apr 9, 2022$6,473$104,150
Apr 9, 2021—$94,660
Apr 9, 2020—$88,990
Apr 9, 2019—$89,830
Apr 9, 2018$5,589$89,600
Apr 9, 2017$5,589$92,058
Apr 9, 2016$5,589$88,460
Apr 9, 2015$5,358$88,260
Apr 9, 2014$5,167$88,550
Apr 9, 2012$5,167$89,680
Apr 9, 2011—$93,610
Apr 9, 2010—$96,600
Apr 9, 2009—$91,550
Apr 9, 2008—$91,550
Apr 9, 2007—$92,330
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Waterloo, IL • Monroe County
Nearby neighborhoods
FloravillePaderborn
Nearby cities
ColumbiaFultsHeckerMaeystownPrairie du RocherRed BudRenaultValmeyer
Nearby zip codes
6224862298
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