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18707 E 1500th Rd, Paris, IL, 61944

5beds
5baths
7,306sqft
$5,900,000
$808price/sqft
$75,845/moest. monthly cost
$3,033,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

Whisper Farm – 367 Acres | Edgar County, IL Extraordinary 367-acre luxury recreational estate offering premier hunting habitat, custom-built home, and exceptional privacy in the heart of Edgar County. The property features approx. 25 acres of tillable ground with the balance in mature hardwood timber, ridge tops, creek bottoms, and established food plots. The headwaters of Brouilletts Creek wind through the property, providing year-round water and stunning natural beauty. This region is renowned for trophy whitetail deer. The farm boasts large historic rubs, active scrape lines, well-worn travel corridors, multiple elevated blinds, and turnkey food plots — ready to hunt from day one. Excellent turkey hunting as well. A fully equipped pole barn with concrete floors, heat, power, private well, septic, and overhead doors serves as hunting and equipment headquarters. The stunning 7,306 sq ft custom home (built 2023) is perched on a bluff with panoramic views. Features 5 BR / 4.5 BA, open-concept layout, chef's kitchen with large island, 4 fireplaces, and premium finishes throughout. The finished lower level includes an indoor archery range, fitness room, wine display, and additional gathering space. Multiple decks, patios, and a fire pit complete the outdoor living areas. Additional 360-acre tract nearby may be available — potential for 700+ acre estate. Approx. distances: Paris, IL – 20 min | Terre Haute, IN – 45 min | Champaign, IL – 1 hr | Indianapolis, IN – 1 hr 45 min Properties of this caliber are exceptionally rare. A true legacy estate.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
9
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
7/10
Crestwood Jr High SchoolGrades 6-86.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2023

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Stone,Concrete

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Gas Range/Oven,Microwave,Range Hood,Washer,Dryer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Finished

Bathroom1

  • Level: Second

Bathroom2

  • Level: Second

Bathroom3

  • Level: 0

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second

Bedroom4

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 4
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Walk-In Closet(s),Cathedral Ceiling(s),Tray Ceiling(s),Split Bedroom Floor Plan
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows,Vinyl Clad
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Ceramic Tile
  • Fireplace features: Three or More,Gas Log
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Propane,Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 7,306
  • Total interior livable area: 7,306 sqft

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 010927200010
  • Zoning: Farm/impro

Features

  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Porch,Covered,Patio,Covered Patio,Covered Stoop
  • Exterior features: Horses Allowed,Gutters/Storm Drain
  • Waterfront features: Stream
  • Horses can be raised: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 367 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Paved,Asphalt Driveway,Attached,Garage Door Opener
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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Drought
Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather
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Hail
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $29,833$357,996
Home Insurance *$38,912$466,944
Property Taxes $6,539$78,468
Electricity $561$6,743
Total$75,845$910,140
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$2,600,400/yr
40% on housing$2,275,350/yr
45% on housing$2,022,533/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.9%
11.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -7.5%
-7.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$808This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 61944$74
Edgar County$81

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 61944
Edgar County$34

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-24Listed for sale$5,900,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJEFF MICHALIC
BrokerageMOSSY OAK PROPERTIES INDIANA LAND AND LIFESTYLE

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