This is the right property in the right location, surrounded by strong connecting habitat with a long history of solid deer management just outside of Amboy in Lee County. Farms like this are hard to come by in this area, especially ones that have been set up and cared for with hunters in mind. The surrounding cover, ag ground, and travel corridors create a natural funnel for deer movement and make this a proven spot year after year. From the moment you pull through the gated entrance, you can tell this place was built for both enjoying time outdoors and getting serious about hunting. The gated entrance takes you down a private lane to the cabin area that is tucked away from the main hunting habitat. This layout allows you to come and go without pushing deer off the core of the farm. The cabin and surrounding hangout areas carry that classic vintage deer camp feel that is getting harder to find. Inside, there is a large open room with a stone wood-burning fireplace that serves as the heart of the cabin. The space flows into a bar area and kitchen, creating the kind of spot where stories get told and plans get made after long days in the stand. It feels like a true deer camp that has been well cared for over the years. There are two rooms and a full bathroom on the main floor, making it comfortable for everyday use. Upstairs, the loft functions as a bunk room and can sleep several guests, which is ideal for hosting groups during deer season or summer work weekends. Just steps out the front door of the cabin sits the pond, which is loaded with fish and offers a great spot to relax, cool off, or cast a line in the evenings. Down by the pond is a covered shelter with power and a clay thrower, making it an easy place to spend summer afternoons after a day of working on food plots or hanging stands in preparation for the fall. This setup gives the property value well beyond just hunting, creating a place people will want to spend time year-round. The versatility of this farm is tough to beat for the area. There are roughly ten acres of crop ground that can provide annual income or be transitioned into additional habitat, depending on your goals. There are also about seven acres of food plots scattered throughout the property, already positioned to hold deer and keep them moving during daylight hours. An extensive trail system allows you to navigate the farm with ease and provides quiet access to stands and blinds. A long three-acre plot along the eastern side of the property is a prime location for a hard-sided blind where deer move off the neighboring ag ground. There are multiple smaller plots that could be expanded over time to continue improving the habitat and hunting setup. Additional perks include an outbuilding for storage of tractors, implements, and equipment needed to maintain the property. The farm sits across from Briar Knoll Hunt Club, a well-known pheasant club, which gives added opportunity to hunt multiple species in the area. The location is private and quiet, yet conveniently located with quick access to I-39 and I-88, making it easy to get here from several directions. This is the kind of place that checks a lot of boxes for someone looking for a serious hunting property that is also a comfortable place to gather, work the land, and build memories year after year.
Pending
$789,000
1459 Briar Knoll Rd, Amboy, IL 61310
2beds
2,048sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
80 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$385/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gated entranceBar area and kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 09, 2026 at 12:01pm
Listed by:
Todd Henry 815-997-2256,
Whitetail Properties Real Estate Llc
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202601187
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 8 x 11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 310
- Dimensions: 10 x 31
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Heating
- Hot Water/Steam, Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, LP Gas Tank Rented, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling-Vaults/Cathedral, Ceiling-Wood Decorative
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fire-Pit/Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,048
- Total interior livable area: 2,048 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,048
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Country, Panorama
- Waterfront features: Creek/Pond
Lot
- Size: 80 Acres
- Features: Horses Allowed, Agricultural, Wooded, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Additional parcels included: 132109200004
- Parcel number: 132109200003
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: IL
Location
- Region: Amboy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $385/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $256,866
- Annual tax amount: $6,401
- Price range: $789K - $789K
- Date on market: 3/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Hard Surface Road
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/9/2026 | Pending sale | $789,000$385/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $789,000$385/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,054 +0.5% | $85,622 +5.6% |
| 2023 | $6,023 +5.8% | $81,077 +9.3% |
| 2022 | $5,695 +25.7% | $74,155 +27.6% |
| 2021 | $4,529 | $58,103 +3.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $55,952 +3.8% |
| 2019 | $4,440 +12% | $53,899 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $3,965 | $51,007 -3.1% |
| 2017 | $3,965 +1.4% | $52,622 +0.8% |
| 2016 | $3,909 +0.9% | $52,218 +0.6% |
| 2015 | $3,874 +0.9% | $51,902 +0.5% |
| 2014 | $3,840 +14.2% | $51,648 +8% |
| 2013 | $3,363 | $47,829 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$5,148/mo
Principal & interest
$3886
Property taxes
$1262
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 61310
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Amboy Central Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 4.4 mi
- 3/10Amboy Jr High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 5/10Amboy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Other/Outside Area
- Middle: Other/Outside Area
- High: Other/Outside Area
- District: Other/Outside Area
Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




