3 Poplar Dr

Putnam, IL 61560

$179,900
Price
3
Beds
1,600 Sq. Ft.
$112 / Sq. Ft.
1,600
Sq. Ft.
$112
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Looking for a cabin that's nestled in the woods and located close to a lake? Here is your chance to own a lovely 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home on a cul-de-sac in the Lake Thunderbird community. The main floor is great for gatherings with the cozy wood-paneled living room that flows into the dining room and kitchen with island and stainless steel appliances. There's even a main floor half-bath. Upstairs offers a spacious primary bedroom, a large secondary bedroom, a full bathroom, and laundry. Electric...Looking for a cabin that's nestled in the woods and located close to a lake? Here is your chance to own a lovely 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home on a cul-de-sac in the Lake Thunderbird community. The main floor is great for gatherings with the cozy wood-paneled living room that flows into the dining room and kitchen with island and stainless steel appliances. There's even a main floor half-bath. Upstairs offers a spacious primary bedroom, a large secondary bedroom, a full bathroom, and laundry. Electric baseboard heat. The walkout basement is partially finished with another bedroom and is plumbed for an additional bathroom. The amazing wrap-around deck draws you outside to enjoy the birds and trees surrounding the home. This home is perfect for a weekend getaway all year round or full-time living. Only 2 hours from Chicago, this private lake community offers a beach, a clubhouse, a pool, lake access, tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and is close to golf courses.
  1. Listed by Lauren Smith • Landmark Realty of Illinois LLC
    P: (815)-200-8746 laurensmithbroker@gmail.com

Property Details for 3 Poplar Drive

Area
Lake Thunderbird / Putnam
Township
Senachwine
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Window Unit(s)
Heat/Fuel
Electric
LISTING UPDATED: 02/03/2026 09:03 AM

Property Details for 3 Poplar Drive

StatusActive
MLS #12439123
Days on Market199
Taxes$6,074 / year
HOA Fees$726 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built2009
Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,245 SF
CountyPutnam County

Location

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Building Information for 3 Poplar Drive

Stories-Year Built2009Building Size-Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,245 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,443 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$877

Property Taxes

$506

HOA Dues

$61

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Property Information for 3 Poplar Drive

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 5
  • High School District: 5
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 5
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Gravel, Driveway, Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Clubhouse, Pool, Lake Rights
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Dock, Water Rights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Egress Window, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 700
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1600
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1850
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2300
  • Main Sq Ft: 800
  • Upper Sq Ft: 800
  • Lot Description: Backs to Trees/Woods
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 103X147.44
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 250.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 450
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-08-07T13:49:16
  • Photos Count: 28
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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 Dimensions: 20X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 18X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 8X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 3X3
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X19

Property History for 3 Poplar Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 24, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12439123

$179,900—
Aug 20, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12439123

$199,999—
Aug 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12439123

$208,000—
Jan 20, 2012

Sold

MRED #07790672

$72,500—
Nov 18, 2011

Pending

MRED #07790672

—
Apr 25, 2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07790672

$118,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/24/2025

Price Change

MRED #12439123

$179,900
08/20/2025

Price Change

MRED #12439123

$199,999
08/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12439123

$208,000
01/20/2012

Sold

MRED #07790672

$72,500
11/18/2011

Pending

MRED #07790672

—
04/25/2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07790672

$118,500

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Public Records for 3 Poplar Drive

Taxable ValueLand$1,916Additions-Total$1,916
Tax Record2024$153 ($13 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size19,575 SqFtStyleResidentialCountyPUTNAMAPN03-00-079-220

Schools near 3 Poplar Drive

This home is within Henry-Senachwine Community Unit School District 5.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Henry-Senachwine Grade School
Public - PK to 8
Henry-Senachwine High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Henry-Senachwine Grade School
PublicPK to 8

Henry-Senachwine High School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 3 Poplar Drive, Putnam, IL 61560

3 Poplar Drive is a single family home for sale in Putnam, IL 61560. This property was listed for sale on August 7, 2025 by Landmark Realty of Illinois LLC, it's currently listed at $179,900. It has been on the market for a total of 199 days and was last sold on January 20, 2012. This listing's school district is Henry-Senachwine Community Unit School District 5. Nearby schools include Henry-Senachwine Grade School and Henry-Senachwine High School. 3 Poplar Drive is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,600 sqft single family home built in 2009.

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