Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,840 sqft
270 Contentment Rd, Makanda, IL 62958
Single FamilyProperty Type
1939Year Built
$91/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$500/yrHOA Fees

Description

Welcome to 270 Contentment Rd, a stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom retreat nestled in the highly desirable Midland Hills Country Club neighborhood of Makanda, IL. Combining serene lake views, modern updates, and timeless charm, this home offers a perfect blend of comfort and elegance in a private, nature-rich setting. The main floor features an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area designed for entertaining or quiet family living. The renovated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, ample...Welcome to 270 Contentment Rd, a stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom retreat nestled in the highly desirable Midland Hills Country Club neighborhood of Makanda, IL. Combining serene lake views, modern updates, and timeless charm, this home offers a perfect blend of comfort and elegance in a private, nature-rich setting. The main floor features an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area designed for entertaining or quiet family living. The renovated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, ample storage, and a custom cypress bar that adds warmth and character. A versatile bonus room doubles as a second family room or guest suite, complete with a full bath and direct access to a spacious screened-in porch overlooking tranquil, wooded surroundings. (Property is on leased land.) Upstairs, four generous bedrooms and two full bathrooms provide comfort and convenience. The primary suite impresses with an en-suite bath and private access to both a balcony and greenhouse. Bedrooms two and three share a massive deck, perfect for morning coffee, stargazing, or soaking in the peaceful lake views. The upper level also includes laundry facilities and a mudroom at the back entrance for added practicality. The setting is as extraordinary as the home itself. Enjoy a quiet, wildlife-rich community with lake views and exclusive amenities, including a private stocked pond, sandy beach, and clubhouse.

    Sold By RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL

    • Listed by: Justin Zurlinden 618.203.5057 realtorjustinz@gmail.com • Landmark Realty Group
    Listing closed: 03/19/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 459316

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    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $238,160

    Avg days on market

    61

    Sale-to-list ratio

    97.7%

    Makanda, IL

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    Principal and Interest

    $894

    Property Taxes

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    HOA Dues

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    Property Information for 270 Contentment Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $2,507 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence / Detached Single
    • Area: Makanda
    • Subdivision: Midland Hills Country Club
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 0.0
    • Num Of Parking Spaces: 0.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 0
    • Heat/Fuel: Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1939
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School: Unity Point Consolidated
    • Jr High Middle School: Unity Point
    • High School: Carbondale HS
    Location and General Information
    • Latitude: 37.64785
    • Longitude: -89.253372
    • Unparsed Address: 270 Contentment Road
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
    • Association Fee Includes: Clubhouse, Lake Rights
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Basement Type: Egress Window
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Basement Sq Ft: 0
    • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
    • Num of Baths: 3.0
    Exterior Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Garage: No
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 81-90 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Main Sq Ft: 840
    • Upper Sq Ft: 1000
    • Lot Description: Sloped
    • Lot Dimensions: Communal Land
    • Exterior Building Type: Wood Siding, Frame
    • Construction: Wood Siding, Frame
    • Roof Type: Shingle
    • Foundation Details: Block
    • Building Area Total: 1840
    • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
    Property and Assessments
    • Buyer Financing: Cash, Conventional
    • Documents Available: Other
    • Documents Count: 6
    • Public Document Count: 6
    • Photos Count: 57
    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, Shared
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13x11
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11x13
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10x13
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10x12
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 12x12

    Property History for 270 Contentment Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Mar 19, 2026

    Closed

    MRED #459316

    $167,500—
    Jan 28, 2026

    Expired

    MRED #459316

    $182,500—
    Dec 21, 2025

    Hold

    MRED #459316

    —
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    03/19/2026

    Closed

    MRED #459316

    $167,500
    01/28/2026

    Expired

    MRED #459316

    $182,500
    12/21/2025

    Hold

    MRED #459316

    —

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

    Public Records for 270 Contentment Road

    Taxable ValueLand-Additions$40,548Total-
    Tax Record2025$2,706 ($225 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt392 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt392 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,871,164 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939Year Renovated1939CountyJACKSONAPN19-18-406-002

    Schools near 270 Contentment Road

    This home is within Unity Point Central Consolidated School District 140.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 8
    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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 270 Contentment Road, Makanda, IL 62958
    $167,500
    4
    1,840
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    –
    1
    –
    672
    1,871,164
    –
    1
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    936
    1,871,164
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    1
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    713
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    2
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    6,500
    $37,500
    3
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