221 Poplar Lake Rd

Makanda, IL 62958

$500,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4,036 Sq. Ft.
$124 / Sq. Ft.
4,036
Sq. Ft.
$124
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 3/16/26
Closed 3/16/26
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Description

Escape to your own private paradise with this stunning log cabin-style home, perfectly perched on 9 acres of serene woodland overlooking Cedar Lake. Designed for both everyday living and unforgettable entertaining, the open-concept main level welcomes you with a soaring vaulted great room and a chef's dream kitchen featuring a Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, deep farmhouse sink, quartz countertops, and an expansive island bar. The two-story layout offers a private upstairs primary suite, creating...Escape to your own private paradise with this stunning log cabin-style home, perfectly perched on 9 acres of serene woodland overlooking Cedar Lake. Designed for both everyday living and unforgettable entertaining, the open-concept main level welcomes you with a soaring vaulted great room and a chef's dream kitchen featuring a Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, deep farmhouse sink, quartz countertops, and an expansive island bar. The two-story layout offers a private upstairs primary suite, creating a peaceful retreat, while the fully finished walk-out basement provides a massive family room, multiple bedrooms, and abundant storage-perfect for guests or family living. A main-floor office and large walk-in pantry add convenience and functionality. Step outside to a full wraparound deck overlooking your wooded oasis, gently sloping down to the lakefront, ideal for morning coffee, evening sunsets, or entertaining friends and family. Built with modern construction techniques but finished in classic log style, this home delivers timeless cabin charm paired with modern reliability. High-end finishes, serene surroundings, a whole-house generator, and all appliances included make this home truly turnkey. Located in the desirable Unity Point School District, it offers privacy, space, and style-a dream retreat for families of any size.
  1. Listed by Justin Zurlinden • Landmark Realty Group
    P: (618)-203-5057 C: (618)-203-5057 realtorjustinz@gmail.com

Sold By C21 HOUSE OF REALTY, INC. C

Property Details for 221 Poplar Lake Road

Area
Makanda
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
0.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
0
Heat/Fuel
Forced Air, Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 03/25/2026 03:26 AM

Property Details for 221 Poplar Lake Road

StatusClosed
MLS #459088
Days on Market189
Taxes$8,041 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence / Detached Single
Year Built1996
Lot Size9.00 AC / 392,040 SF
CountyJackson County
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Building Information for 221 Poplar Lake Road

Stories-Year Built1996Building Size-Lot Size9.00 AC / 392,040 SF

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$2,518

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 221 Poplar Lake Road

General Information
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Gravel
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 37.65811
  • Longitude: -89.264806
  • Unparsed Address: 221 Poplar Lake Road
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee 2: $.00
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1764
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
  • Master Bath YN: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Garage: No
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 4036
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Sloped, Wooded
  • Lot Size: 10+ Acres
  • Lot Size Source: Owner
  • Lot Dimensions: 10
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame, Log
  • Construction: Frame, Log
  • Roof Type: Shingle
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Building Area Total: 2436
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Other, VA
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Photos Count: 40
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17x19
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10x12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11x13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11x13
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 11x16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14x22
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Dimensions: 27x38

Property History for 221 Poplar Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 16, 2026

Closed

MRED #459088

$500,000—
Feb 3, 2026

Price Change

MRED #459088

$550,000—
Feb 3, 2026

Pending

MRED #459088

—
Feb 3, 2026

Active Under Contract

MRED #459088

—
Feb 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #459088

$595,000—
Jan 30, 2026

Expired

MRED #459088

$550,000—
Dec 31, 2025

Hold

MRED #459088

—
Jul 30, 2025

Withdrawn

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB459088

$550,000—
Jul 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB459088

$595,000—
Jul 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #459088

$595,000—
Jul 29, 2025

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB456163

$595,000—
Jul 27, 2025

Expired

MARIS #25004175

$595,000—
Jul 24, 2025

Expired

MRED #456163

$595,000—
Jan 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25004175

$675,000—
Dec 10, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #456163

$675,000—
Dec 10, 2024

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB456163

$675,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/16/2026

Closed

MRED #459088

$500,000
02/03/2026

Price Change

MRED #459088

$550,000
02/03/2026

Pending

MRED #459088

—
02/03/2026

Active Under Contract

MRED #459088

—
02/03/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #459088

$595,000
01/30/2026

Expired

MRED #459088

$550,000
12/31/2025

Hold

MRED #459088

—
07/30/2025

Withdrawn

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB459088

$550,000
07/30/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB459088

$595,000
07/30/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #459088

$595,000
07/29/2025

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB456163

$595,000
07/27/2025

Expired

MARIS #25004175

$595,000
07/24/2025

Expired

MRED #456163

$595,000
01/27/2025

Listed (Active)

MARIS #25004175

$675,000
12/10/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #456163

$675,000
12/10/2024

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB456163

$675,000

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

Public Records for 221 Poplar Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$24,983Additions$102,911Total$127,894
Tax Record2024$7,691 ($641 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,974 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt726 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,248 SqFtStories2Lot Size392,040 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1996CountyJACKSONAPN19-07-300-042Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 221 Poplar Lake Road

This home is within Unity Point Central Consolidated School District 140.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Unity Point Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Carbondale Community High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Unity Point Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Carbondale Community High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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