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Last Sold Price
$381,300
2,669,356 Lot Size61.28 Acres

0 W Raders Rd, Pearl City, IL 61062

LandProperty Type
61.28 acresLot Size

Description

Located in western Stephenson County, Illinois, this 61 acre recreational property offers a diverse combination of mature hardwood timber, flowing water, established trails, food plots and surrounding agricultural habitat. With Yellow Creek winding along portions of the western and southern boundaries, an additional drainage creek crossing the property and extensive timber cover, this tract provides the habitat diversity that hunters and recreational land buyers often seek in northwest Illinois....Located in western Stephenson County, Illinois, this 61 acre recreational property offers a diverse combination of mature hardwood timber, flowing water, established trails, food plots and surrounding agricultural habitat. With Yellow Creek winding along portions of the western and southern boundaries, an additional drainage creek crossing the property and extensive timber cover, this tract provides the habitat diversity that hunters and recreational land buyers often seek in northwest Illinois. Water is one of the defining features of this Stephenson County hunting property. Yellow Creek meanders through and along the property, connecting with agricultural ground and timber habitat throughout the surrounding corridor. A drainage creek also runs through the tract before converging with Yellow Creek. These waterways provide multiple water sources for wildlife while adding natural travel corridors, terrain features and character to the property. The mature timber is surrounded by productive row-crop country consisting primarily of corn and soybeans, with additional connected timber nearby. This mix of agriculture, hardwoods, water and cover creates a strong setting for whitetail deer and other wildlife. The surrounding habitat gives hunters several options for evaluating seasonal movement between bedding cover, agricultural food sources, creek corridors and internal food plots. Access is provided by a gated lane entering from the western side of the property. Near the entrance is an area where a truck or camper can be parked off the road without requiring travel through the heart of the property. Power has already been run to the property, although it is not currently connected to a structure or other improvement. The entrance area has enough existing vegetation to provide separation from the road, while selective clearing could create additional space for parking, equipment or a camper setup. From this western access point, an extensive and well-maintained internal trail system serves as a trailhead into multiple areas of the farm. The trails provide convenient access to hunting locations, food plots and different sections of the timber. For hunters focused on minimizing disturbance, the existing trail network provides a useful starting point for developing entry and exit routes based on wind direction, stand placement and seasonal deer movement. An established internal food plot of approximately one-half acre is the largest food plot on the property. Several smaller plots are also positioned along the trail system. These openings provide opportunities for supplemental forage and hunting setups within the timber. Buyers can continue managing the existing plots or modify the system based on their preferred wildlife and habitat management plan. The eastern portion of the property contains a substantial stand of hardwood timber with the drainage creek running through it. Much of this section has remained relatively untouched, providing a lower-disturbance area within the tract. A future owner could maintain this portion as a sanctuary or selectively add trails, hunting access and additional food plots if desired. Rolling contour adds another useful component to the property. The terrain has enough variation to create funnels, creek crossings, benches and natural travel routes while remaining practical for recreational use and property management. The combination of rolling timber, creek bottoms, established trails and open food plots gives this 61 acre tract a variety of habitat types within a manageable acreage. For buyers searching for hunting land for sale in Stephenson County, recreational property in northwest Illinois, Illinois whitetail hunting land or a private weekend getaway, this property offers several important features already in place. Gated access, an established trail network, multiple food plots, mature hardwood timber, two creek systems and existing electrical service to t

    Sold By Great Western Properties

    • Listed by: Todd Henry 815.997.2256 todd.henry@whitetailproperties.com • Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
    Listing closed: 10/05/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12749006
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    Property Information for 0 West Raders Road

    Property Details

    • Taxes: $455 / year
    • MLS Type: Land
    • Area: Pearl City
    • Township: Kent
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Parking Spaces: 0.0

    Building Information

    • Lot Size: 61.28 AC

    General Information

    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 200
    • High School District: 200
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 200
    Location and General Information
    • Frontage Length: 2677
    • Frontage Type: Public Road
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Additional Parcels: Yes

    Property Information

    Interior Features
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Num of Baths: 0.0
    Exterior Features
    • Backup Package: No
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Utilities: Electricity Nearby
    Property/Lot Information
    • Lot Size: 25.0-99.99 Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 2677x1305x3525x1945
    • Buildings on Land: No
    • Waterfront: No
    • General Information: None
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2026-09-02T00:55:58
    • Photos Count: 74
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Miscellaneous
    • Current Use: Agricultural
    • Road Surface: Gravel
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No

    Schools near 0 West Raders Road

    This home is within Pearl City Community Unit School District 200.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 6
    Public - 7 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Pearl City Elementary School
    PublicPK to 6

    Pearl City Jr High School
    Public7 to 8

    Pearl City High School
    Public9 to 12

    School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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