Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,818 sqft
281 Macallen Lake Rd, Carlock, IL 61725
Single FamilyProperty Type
13.7 acresLot Size
2002Year Built
$220/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This is it! Your country dream home will make you feel like you are on vacation every day. Such beauty and tranquility, conveniently located between both Bloomington and Peoria! This updated Cape Cod style home overlooks 13.75 acres of woods, fruit orchard, wildlife, and a 1-acre, 25' deep fully stocked private pond - calling all fishermen! This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home with first-floor master suite provides you with plenty of room. 4 bedrooms have walk-in closets, and the second floor has a large...This is it! Your country dream home will make you feel like you are on vacation every day. Such beauty and tranquility, conveniently located between both Bloomington and Peoria! This updated Cape Cod style home overlooks 13.75 acres of woods, fruit orchard, wildlife, and a 1-acre, 25' deep fully stocked private pond - calling all fishermen! This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home with first-floor master suite provides you with plenty of room. 4 bedrooms have walk-in closets, and the second floor has a large loft for work, play, or sitting with a good book. The Bonus room is a huge addition, acting as a 5th bedroom, office, or game room. First floor has an open kitchen-dining room with ample space to entertain, accented by a wood burning fireplace. The beautifully appointed kitchen features a large island, new appliances, and modern quartz countertops. New patio doors lead to the spacious composite deck (2019), overlooking your private paradise. First floor Master with large walk-in closet, ensuite bathroom with double sinks, shower and large bathtub with picture windows. Have I mentioned the incredible updates?! Main floor - 2018 all new cabinets, countertops, island, appliances and lighting in kitchen. Striking stone fireplace in family room and all new tile floors (except master). Updated half-bath and gorgeous custom stairs leading to second floor with new bathrooms & flooring in 2019. New sliding doors on main floor and basement walkout. New furnace and dual zone AC in 2023, as well as a pond dock in 2024 - current owners have made this property an absolute gem. Hurry and schedule your showing - you will be glad you did!

    Sold By RE/MAX Choice

    • Listed by: Cindy Eckols 309.532.1616 Cindy@CindyEckols.com; theeckolsteam@cindyeckols.com • RE/MAX Choice
    Listing closed: 01/02/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12207760

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $550,000

    Avg days on market

    15

    Sale-to-list ratio

    99.8%

    Carlock, IL

    9 comparable properties found

    $665,000 | 2268 East 2250 North Road, Carlock, IL 61725
    1/99
    1

    $665,000

    Sold 08/26/26

    4
    Bedrooms
    4,926
    Square Feet
    5.02
    Acres
    a aerial view of a house with a yard
    1/85
    2

    $512,000

    Sold 05/23/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    3,612
    Square Feet
    Unavailable
    Acres
    a view of a house with a patio
    1/60
    3

    $625,000

    Sold 02/11/26

    4
    Bedrooms
    4,080
    Square Feet
    4.16
    Acres
    $550,000 | 2297 Deer Ridge Court, Carlock, IL 61725
    1/67
    4

    $550,000

    Sold 08/20/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    4,864
    Square Feet
    2.01
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a garden
    1/54
    5

    $351,100

    Sold 10/31/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    2,592
    Square Feet
    0.57
    Acres
    a view of a house with a backyard and a tree
    1/49
    6

    $276,400

    Sold 01/16/26

    4
    Bedrooms
    3,280
    Square Feet
    0.59
    Acres
    a view of a house with a yard
    7

    $700,000

    Sold 04/30/25

    4
    Bedrooms
    4,350
    Square Feet
    5.17
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/3
    8

    $612,000

    Sold 06/30/26

    5
    Bedrooms
    4,501
    Square Feet
    1.13
    Acres
    a front view of a house with a yard
    1/64
    9

    $470,935

    Sold 10/08/25

    5
    Bedrooms
    3,585
    Square Feet
    0.66
    Acres

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    30 year fixed, 6.71% Interest

    Principal and Interest

    $3,204

    Property Taxes

    $867

    HOA Dues

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    Property Information for 281 Macallen Lake Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $10,401 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1.5 Story / Detached Single
    • Area: Carlock
    • Subdivision: Not Applicable
    • Township: Kansas
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Propane
    • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 2002
    • Lot Size: 13.70 AC / 596,772 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 140
    • Elementary School: Congerville Elementary
    • Jr High Middle School: Eureka Jr High
    • High School District: 140
    • High School: Eureka High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 140
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Some Carpeting, Drapes/Blinds, Separate Dining Room
    • Num Of Rooms: 8
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Basement Description: Unfinished
    • Basement Sq Ft: 1526
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room
    • Room Type: Bonus Room
    • Num of Baths: 3.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1.5 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Septic-Private
    • Water: Private Well
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator
    Property/Lot Information
    • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: No
    • Age: 21-25 Years
    • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
    • Total Sq Ft: 2818
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2818
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 4344
    • Main Sq Ft: 1531
    • Upper Sq Ft: 1287
    • Lot Description: Pond, Mature Trees
    • Lot Size: 10+ Acres
    • Lot Dimensions: 13.7
    • Zero Lot Line: No
    • Waterfront: Yes
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Driveway: Gravel
    • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    • Lot Size Source: County Records
    • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1526
    Property and Assessments
    • Buyer Financing: Conventional
    • Public Document Count: 2
    • Document Date: 2024-11-11T21:39:22
    • Photos Count: 50
    • Relist: N
    • Rural: Y
    • OpenHouse Count: 1
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X13
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X22
    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: 12X10
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X13
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 18X13
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 9X13
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 10X7
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Bonus Room Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bonus Room
    • Dimensions: 24X12

    Property History for 281 Macallen Lake Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jan 2, 2025

    Sold

    MRED #12207760

    $620,000
    Nov 12, 2024

    Pending

    MRED #12207760

    Nov 12, 2024

    In Contract

    MRED #12207760

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    01/02/2025

    Sold

    MRED #12207760

    $620,000
    11/12/2024

    Pending

    MRED #12207760

    11/12/2024

    In Contract

    MRED #12207760

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

    Public Records for 281 Macallen Lake Road

    Taxable ValueLand$39,661Additions$155,491Total$195,152
    Tax Record2025$12,359 ($1,030 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,192 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,192 SqFtLot Size577,170 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002CountyWOODFORDAPN18-13-100-014

    Schools near 281 Macallen Lake Road

    This home is within Eureka Community Unit School District 140.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 4
    Public - 5 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - K to 4
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Congerville Elementary School
    PublicK to 4

    Eureka Middle School
    Public5 to 8

    Eureka High School
    Public9 to 12

    Goodfield Elementary School
    PublicK to 4

    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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