2001 Boskydell Rd

Carbondale, IL 62902

$899,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,608 Sq. Ft.
$249 / Sq. Ft.
3,608
Sq. Ft.
$249
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 12/18/24
Sold 12/18/24

Description

A gorgeous hilltop country estate of approximately 70 acres adjacent to Lake Indian Hill Subdivision. Tranquil privacy with sunset views overlooking a stocked pond with abundant wildlife. Boasts swimming, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, birding, sumptuous, landscaped gardens, and a deer hunter’s paradise. Originally built in 1888 with oak and poplar framing, 8" thick walls, and oak & walnut trim. Lovingly maintained with many stylish renovations completed with quality materials and attention to...A gorgeous hilltop country estate of approximately 70 acres adjacent to Lake Indian Hill Subdivision. Tranquil privacy with sunset views overlooking a stocked pond with abundant wildlife. Boasts swimming, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, birding, sumptuous, landscaped gardens, and a deer hunter’s paradise. Originally built in 1888 with oak and poplar framing, 8" thick walls, and oak & walnut trim. Lovingly maintained with many stylish renovations completed with quality materials and attention to architectural detail thus preserving the home’s historic style. The original staircase has been preserved. Hardwood oak floors have been refinished. A show-stopping 3 story tower with a whimsical iron spiral staircase. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, office, library, 2 decks, 200 + bottle wine cellar. Huge in ground pool and hot tub, nestled into surrounding gardens sloping into a field and forest. Geothermal HVAC. Gas fireplace insert. Cherry and oak cabinets, Wolf restaurant stove. A spacious detached 2 car garage with ample storage, a finished private studio and a massive unfinished attic above. Large barn and pastures for horses. Less than 15 minutes from downtown Carbondale, SIU, and Shawnee National Forest. 30 minutes from Veterans Airport in Marion. Only 1 mile away from a National Blue Ribbon winner, Giant City K-8 School. This estate has been occupied by one family for 47 years. The previous owner was John Gardner, a well-known and colorful writer, poet and professor at SIU.
  1. Listed by DOTTIE MORRIS • FIVE STAR REALTY
    P: (618)-924-4830 C: (618)-924-4830 dottie@realtor.com

Property Details for 2001 Boskydell Road

Architectural Style
Two Story
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING CLOSED: 12/18/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 2001 Boskydell Road

StatusSold
MLS #EB453358
Days on Market111
Taxes$7,371 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1888
Lot Size70.25 AC / 3,060,090 SF
CountyJackson County
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Building Information for 2001 Boskydell Road

Stories-Year Built1888Building Size-Lot Size70.25 AC / 3,060,090 SF

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Property Information for 2001 Boskydell Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Carbondale
  • County Or Parish: Jackson
  • Directions: Giant City Road to Boskydell Rd. Turn west to the second driveway past Lake Indian Hills on the north side of the road.
  • Latitude: 37.674052
  • Longitude: -89.189514
  • MLSArea Minor: EBOR Area
  • Postal Code: 62902
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels Description: 19-03-400-006
  • Parcel Number: 19-02-353-002
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,371
  • Tax Legal Description: See documents
  • Tax Year: 2022
School Information
  • Elementary School: Giant City Consolidated
  • High School: Carbondale HS
  • Middle Or Junior School: Giant City
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached, Side Load Garage
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 2
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3608.0
  • Living Area: 3608.0
  • Lot Features: Lake View, Pond/Lake, Pasture
  • Lot Size Acres: 70.25
  • Lot Size Dimensions: irreg. See Aerial
  • 100 Year Plain: Unknown
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map,Legal Description,Pre-Inspection Report
  • Foundation Details: Block, Slab, Stone
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1888
  • Year Built Source: Owner
  • Green Energy Efficient: Geothermal Heating/Cooling System
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Septic System, Sump Pump
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: South Highway, Egyptian Electric,Mediacom,Burris
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Hot Tub, Pole Barn, Pool In Ground, Replacement Windows
  • Roof: Rubber, Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Cedar, Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Hood/Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Cooling Systems - 2+, Geothermal
  • Interior Features: Attic Storage, Bar, Cable Available, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Garage Door Opener(s), Wet Bar, Solid Surface Counter, Blinds, Security System, High Speed Internet
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 2064.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 2
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1544.0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 0.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 432.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 15.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 12.11
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 9.11
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 12.6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 10.9
Room 9
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 14.8
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 8.6
Room 10
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 19.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 15.3
Room 11
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 10.2
Room 12
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 13
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.7
Room 14
  • Flooring: Other
  • Room Length: 11.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den/Office
  • Room Width: 11.4
Room 15
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Room Width: 23.8
Room 16
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 8.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 6.8
Room 17
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Description: Tower Room & Library each
  • Room Length: 11.4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 11.2
Room 18
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Description: Detached Art Studio/off.
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Additional Room 2
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 19
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 2001 Boskydell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 18, 2024

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB453358

$899,000—
Dec 18, 2024

Closed

MRED #453358

$899,000—
Aug 27, 2024

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB453358

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/18/2024

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB453358

$899,000
12/18/2024

Closed

MRED #453358

$899,000
08/27/2024

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB453358

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

Public Records for 2001 Boskydell Road

Taxable ValueLand$17,460Additions$82,389Total$99,849
Tax Record2024$8,749 ($729 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt560 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt560 SqFtStories2Lot Size287,060 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1936CountyJACKSONAPN19-02-353-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2001 Boskydell Road

This home is within Giant City Central Consolidated School District 130.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Giant City Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Carbondale Community High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Giant City Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Carbondale Community High School
Public9 to 12

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