298 Cedar Creek Rd

1,298 Sq. Ft.
$62 / Sq. Ft.
1,298
Sq. Ft.
$62
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Investor Opportunity! This fixer-upper presents an excellent opportunity to add value in a highly sought-after location south of Carbondale, just minutes from Southern Illinois University. The home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and sits on a cozy yet spacious lot. With a newer roof and recently installed HVAC system, major mechanical updates are already in place, providing year-round comfort and a strong foundation for renovation. Ideal for investors or buyers looking to customize and maximize...Investor Opportunity! This fixer-upper presents an excellent opportunity to add value in a highly sought-after location south of Carbondale, just minutes from Southern Illinois University. The home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and sits on a cozy yet spacious lot. With a newer roof and recently installed HVAC system, major mechanical updates are already in place, providing year-round comfort and a strong foundation for renovation. Ideal for investors or buyers looking to customize and maximize potential.

Property Details for 298 Cedar Creek Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 02/07/2026 02:17 PM

Property Details for 298 Cedar Creek Road

StatusActive
MLS #PA1263941
Days on Market6
Taxes$1,329 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1929
Lot Size0.87 AC / 37,779 SF
CountyJackson County

Location

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Building Information for 298 Cedar Creek Road

Stories-Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.87 AC / 37,779 SF

Payment Calculator

$501 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$390

Property Taxes

$111

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 298 Cedar Creek Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Makanda
  • County Or Parish: Jackson
  • Directions: Old highway 51, turn west onto cedar creek road and continue until 298 Cedar Creek Road
  • Latitude: 37.665092
  • Longitude: -89.243235
  • MLSArea Minor: PAAR Area
  • Postal Code: 62958
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 19-08-301-006
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,329
  • Tax Legal Description: Rectangular
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School: Carbondale HS
Parking
  • Parking Features: Gravel
  • Garage: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1298.0
  • Living Area: 1298.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 147 x 257
  • 100 Year Plain: Unknown
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1929
Utilities
  • Water Source: Aerator/Aerobic, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1298.0
  • 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: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 9.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 9.5
Room 9
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 10
  • 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 298 Cedar Creek Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263941

$80,000—
Nov 9, 2025

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB457715

$87,500—
Nov 9, 2025

Expired

MRED #457715

$87,500—
Apr 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB457715

$99,900—
Apr 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #457715

$99,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/01/2026

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #PA1263941

$80,000
11/09/2025

Expired

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB457715

$87,500
11/09/2025

Expired

MRED #457715

$87,500
04/29/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB457715

$99,900
04/29/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #457715

$99,900

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

Public Records for 298 Cedar Creek Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,396Additions$23,500Total$26,896
Tax Record2024$1,330 ($111 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt858 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt858 SqFtStories1Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945CountyJACKSONAPN19-08-301-006

Schools near 298 Cedar Creek 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

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298 Cedar Creek Road is a single family home for sale in Makanda, IL 62958. This property was listed for sale on February 1, 2026 by House 2 Home Realty, it's currently listed at $80,000. This listing's school districts are Unity Point Central Consolidated School District 140, Carbondale Chsd 165 School District. Nearby schools include Unity Point Elementary School and Carbondale Community High School. 298 Cedar Creek Road is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,298 sqft single family home built in 1929.

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