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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,950 sqft
11998 Darnell Rd, Mechanicsburg, IL 62545
Single FamilyProperty Type
40 acresLot Size
2000Year Built
$287/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Located on the outskirts of Springfield, awaits a quiet, custom three bedroom log home overlooking a 5 acre private pond. The custom home could be a permanent residence, weekend retreat or potential guest quarters. The home is quaint and cozy and has stellar views from any window. The home features hardwood floors, a three seasons room and a massive stone fireplace. There is a finished loft area with a full bathroom that could be used as a bedroom or more living space. The basement is unfinished...Located on the outskirts of Springfield, awaits a quiet, custom three bedroom log home overlooking a 5 acre private pond. The custom home could be a permanent residence, weekend retreat or potential guest quarters. The home is quaint and cozy and has stellar views from any window. The home features hardwood floors, a three seasons room and a massive stone fireplace. There is a finished loft area with a full bathroom that could be used as a bedroom or more living space. The basement is unfinished and has lots of room for storage or expansion. The property also features a nice 36’ x 40’ metal building with two overhead doors that is perfect for all your extras.
  • Listed by: Jared Williams 217.741.5234 jared@landguys.com • LandGuys, LLC of Illinois
Listing closed: 01/03/2022 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS ALLIANCE, MLS#: CA1011422

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$491,450

Avg days on market

9

Sale-to-list ratio

99.9%

Mechanicsburg, IL

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Location

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Property Information for 11998 Darnell Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,345 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: One and Half Story
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Lot Size: 40.00 AC / 1,742,400 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Mechanicsburg
  • County Or Parish: Sangamon
  • Directions: Mechanicsburg Exit from I72. Follow E. to Y. Take Y to Right (South) onto Darnell. Property on Right (South) approx. 3.75 miles
  • Latitude: 39.7755955601231
  • Longitude: -89.4266095079346
  • MLSArea Minor: Buffalo, Illiopolis, Mechanics
  • Postal Code: 62545
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels Description: 24-04.0-400-006
  • Parcel Number: 24-04.0-400-007
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Exemptions: None
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,345
  • Tax Legal Description: E 1/2 NE 1/4 SE 1/4 4-15-3; W 1/2 NE 1/4 SE 1/4 4-15-3
  • Tax Year: 2020
School Information
  • High School: Tri-City District #1
Parking
  • Parking Features: Carport, Detached
  • Garage: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1950.0
  • Living Area: 1950.0
  • Lot Features: Pond/Lake
  • Lot Size Acres: 40.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1350' x 1325'
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Farm Information
  • Zoned Agricultural: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Year Built Source: Unable to Verify Actual Age
  • Green Energy Efficient: High Efficiency Air Cond, High Efficiency Heating
Utilities
  • Water Source: Private Well, Septic System, Sump Pump
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: Menard Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Dock, Outbuilding(s), Pond, Porch/3-Season, Shed(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Log
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Hood/Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Concrete
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Great Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Electric Water Heater, Central
  • Interior Features: Attic Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight(s)
  • Operating Recording Device: None
  • Kitchen/Dining: Dining Informal,Island
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Area: 1250.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Room Area: 700.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Room Area: 1275.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Room 5
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Room Length: 19.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 7
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 8
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 9
  • Room Length: 18.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 10
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.0
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 11998 Darnell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 3, 2022

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1011422

$560,000—
Dec 31, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1481238293

$560,000—
Dec 31, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1481783505

$560,000

+27.6% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/03/2022

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1011422

$560,000
12/31/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1481238293

$560,000
12/31/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1481783505

$560,000

+27.6% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 11998 Darnell Road

Taxable ValueLand$13,181Additions$137,928Total$151,109
Tax Record2025$7,974 ($665 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size871,200 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous AgriculturalZoningACountySANGAMONAPN24-04.0-400-006

Schools near 11998 Darnell Road

This home is within Tri City Community Unit School District 1.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tri-City Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Tri-City Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Tri-City High School
Public9 to 12

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This home: 11998 Darnell Road, Mechanicsburg, IL 62545
$560,000
3
1,950
1,742,400
$350,000
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871,200
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217,800
$35,000
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