2196 Wilderness Retreat Rd

$725,000
Price
4
Beds
3,233 Sq. Ft.
$224 / Sq. Ft.
3,233
Sq. Ft.
$224
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Escape to your own private retreat in Southern Illinois surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest! And just in time for hunting season! Sit on the massive porches and enjoy the peace unique to this property. There is a spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath lodge, thoughtfully designed, sitting on 75 acres of prime hunting and recreational land, making it the perfect getaway or full-time residence. With two kitchens and generous living space, it's designed to host family and friends. If opting to use this as...Escape to your own private retreat in Southern Illinois surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest! And just in time for hunting season! Sit on the massive porches and enjoy the peace unique to this property. There is a spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath lodge, thoughtfully designed, sitting on 75 acres of prime hunting and recreational land, making it the perfect getaway or full-time residence. With two kitchens and generous living space, it's designed to host family and friends. If opting to use this as a lodge, it would be a beautiful venue. The floor plan is perfect for multiple guests, including 3 suites, in addition to the open-concept common areas. The attached 3+ car garage, with multiple door openings, is additional space for hosting many. Don't worry....there is a detached, oversized garage for housing all of your toys! The land offers endless opportunities for hunting, hiking, ATV riding, or simply enjoying the peace and quiet of nature. Approximately 14 acres are open, with the balance in timber. Property is located within 20 minutes of Cape Girardeau. Whether you are looking for a weekend escape, a hunting camp, or a place to gather and entertain, this property will not disappoint! Come sit on the porch and discover for yourself how fantastic Southern Illinois is! An additional 184 surveyed acres adjoining this property are available. See listing for 19168 County Line Road, Jonesboro, IL.
  1. Listed by Angela Horn • REALTY 618 LLC

Property Details for 2196 Wilderness Retreat Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 11/03/2025 02:01 PM

Property Details for 2196 Wilderness Retreat Road

StatusActive
MLS #EB460016
Days on Market90
Taxes$5,078 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2022
Lot Size75.00 AC / 3,267,000 SF
CountyUnion County

Location

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Building Information for 2196 Wilderness Retreat Road

Stories-Year Built2022Building Size-Lot Size75.00 AC / 3,267,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,006 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,582

Property Taxes

$423

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2196 Wilderness Retreat Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Jonesboro
  • County Or Parish: Union
  • Directions: Head south on Hwy 127, right past Mill Creek take a right onto County Line Rd. Continue down County Line for 2.4 miles and make a right onto Wilderness Retreat Rd. House will be the first driveway on the left.
  • Latitude: 37.337175
  • Longitude: -89.305676
  • MLSArea Minor: EBOR Area
  • Postal Code: 62952
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels Description: 09-35-06-611-A
  • Parcel Number: 09-35-06-611
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,078
  • Tax Legal Description: S35 T13 R2W N & E OF RD PT W1/2 SE SW
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Jonesboro
  • High School: Anna/Jonesboro HS
  • Middle Or Junior School: Jonesboro
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 2
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3233.0
  • Living Area: 3233.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 75.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 75 Acres
  • 100 Year Plain: Unknown
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map,Legal Description,Survey
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2022
Utilities
  • Water Source: Septic System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Aluminum Siding
Interior Features
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Electric, Electric Water Heater
  • Operating Recording Device: Audio & Video
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 3
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 3233.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 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 Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 11.8
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 9.9
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 18.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 9
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 14.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 11.4
Room 10
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 22.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 20.4
Room 11
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 14.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.7
Room 12
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 16.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 14.11
Room 13
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 16.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 7.6
Room 14
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Description: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 16.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 15
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Description: Living Room
  • Room Length: 20.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room 2
  • Room Width: 14.6
Room 16
  • 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 2196 Wilderness Retreat Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #460016

$725,000—
Oct 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB460016

$725,000—
Dec 27, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1309908006

$61,000—
Dec 27, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1498762833

$61,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/06/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #460016

$725,000
10/06/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB460016

$725,000
12/27/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1309908006

$61,000
12/27/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1498762833

$61,000

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

Public Records for 2196 Wilderness Retreat Road

Taxable ValueLand$9,280Additions$129,020Total$138,300
Tax Record2024$5,025 ($419 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size3,006,511 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialCountyUNIONAPN09-35-06-611

Schools near 2196 Wilderness Retreat Road

This home is within Anna Jonesboro Chsd 81 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jonesboro Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Anna-Jonesboro High School
Public9 to 12

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2196 Wilderness Retreat Road is a single family home for sale in Jonesboro, IL 62952. This property was listed for sale on October 6, 2025 by REALTY 618 LLC, it's currently listed at $725,000. It has been on the market for a total of 90 days and was last sold on December 27, 2018. This listing's school districts are County Of Union School District No43, Anna Jonesboro Chsd 81 School District. Nearby schools include Jonesboro Elementary School and Anna-Jonesboro High School. 2196 Wilderness Retreat Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,233 sqft single family home built in 2022.

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