1854 W Forestview Drive — Sycamore, IL 60178
Active Under Contract
Sycamore, IL 60178

1854 W Forestview Drive

$1,100,000
4 beds · 5 baths · 5,510 sqft
Listed at $1,100,000 50 days on market $12,773/yr taxes
01About this home

Welcome to this exceptional custom-built walkout ranch set on over an acre in the highly sought-after Arrowhead Acres neighborhood of Sycamore, IL. With over 5,500 square feet of beautifully finished living space, this home offers the perfect balance of luxury, comfort, and everyday functionality-set against a serene natural backdrop. The 3,100 square foot main level features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, along with an open, thoughtfully designed layout ideal for both entertaining and daily living. The gourmet kitchen is a true centerpiece, boasting a large island with a built-in microwave drawer, double oven, walk-in pantry, and custom cabinetry with soft-close drawers. A well-appointed laundry room with built-in lockers adds convenience and organization to the main floor. Just off the family room, a screened-in porch creates a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience-perfect for enjoying peaceful mornings or evening gatherings. The fully finished 2,400 square foot walkout basement is an entertainer's dream. It includes an additional bedroom and a custom bunk room with two built-in bunk beds, along with one full bath and a half bath. The expansive lower level is packed with amenities, including a game room featuring shuffleboard, a pool table, and an electronic dart board, a dedicated home gym, and an impressive theater room complete with a projector and screen for an immersive viewing experience. Step outside to the screened-in lower patio with a hot tub, offering a private space to relax year-round. The backyard is truly one-of-a-kind, backing to a branch of the Kishwaukee River-ensuring privacy with no future development behind you. Enjoy the beautifully designed outdoor space featuring a stone patio, outdoor stone fireplace, tranquil stream, and a basketball court-perfect for both entertaining and recreation. This remarkable property offers a rare opportunity to own a custom home with high-end features, expansive living space, and breathtaking natural surroundings in one of Sycamore's most desirable neighborhoods.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$1,100,000
List price
5,510
Square feet
4
Bedrooms
3 full / 2 half
Bathrooms
2014
Year built
1.06 ac
Lot size
3
Garage spaces
$12,773
Annual taxes
Ranch
Style
50
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural GasForced AirRadiantSep Heating Systems - 2+ZonedRadiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorBar FridgeWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)CooktopOvenRange HoodHumidifier
Parking
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
BrickStoneConcreteOther
Equipment
Water-Softener OwnedSecurity SystemCO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Fan-Whole HouseSump PumpBackup Sump Pump;Generator
Sewer
Septic Tank
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
North Elementary School
Sycamore, IL
📍52 mi🚗134 min
M Middle school
Sycamore Middle School
Sycamore, IL
📍1.8 mi🚗5 min🚶44 min
H High school
Sycamore High School
Sycamore, IL
📍1.7 mi🚗4 min🚶40 min
  • Nothing surfaced nearby in our maps data.
  • Nothing surfaced nearby in our maps data.
  • Leon D. Larson Memorial Park 1.3 mi
  • Sycamore Lake Rotary Park 1.5 mi
  • Nothing surfaced nearby in our maps data.
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Apr 17, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Circle One Realty
$1,100,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Circle One Realty · Ryan Cherney · 630-862-5181
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12621928
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