4989 N Ford Road, Scales Mound, IL 61075

• 5 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 3,971 sqft

Property Description

Beautiful in every season and at every hour?from sunrise to sunset?and the night skies are filled with stars. This 71-acre property offers a blend of natural beauty, recreation,& opportunity. Approximately 40A of established prairie, 20A of woods, and 10A of farmable land. The five-bedroom home welcomes with warmth and light. The main level features an eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry. Just off the kitchen is a pocket office and a screened porch extends the kitchen into a three-season living space. The living room boasts built-in bookshelves and a cozy gas fireplace. Also on the main floor are a formal dining room or entry area, a laundry room, powder room, and a mudroom. The upper level has 2 full baths, and an en-suite bedroom. The lower level offers two bonus rooms. Outside lies a 4,200-square-foot barn and land with two ponds and natural springs, all protected by a conservation easement. 10A is a farmable, building envelope. A CRP contract exists on the prairie ground.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

April 4, 2026 at 4:47PM

Listing Office:

Jim Sullivan Realty, Inc. : 8159479040

Listing Agent:

Jim Sullivan : 8159479040

MLS ID:

714980899100

Interior

• Master Bedroom: Upper
• Master Bath: Master Bedroom Bath: FullMaster Bedroom Bath
• Basement: FullFinished
• A/C: Central Air

Exterior

• General: Vinyl
• Style: Colonial

Construction

• General: 2 Story

Location

• Originating MLS: WIREX_SCW
• School District: Unknown
• County: JO DAVIESS

Lot

• Zoning: AG0800006524

Utilities

• Sewer: Well

Financial

• Source: WIREX_SCW