Last Sold Price
3 beds2,496 sqft$166/sqft
480 Brown Section Rd, Cobden, IL 62920

Description

Private 22-Acre Retreat in Cobden – Home, Pond, Pole Barn & Lavender Hillside Escape to your own private haven on nearly 22 wooded acres in beautiful Cobden! This spacious, 2500 sq. ft, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features an open floor-plan with the living/dining room and kitchen that affords plenty of space for entertaining family and friends. This one-owner impeccably maintained home has an attached garage for convenience, plus a large pole barn for all your equipment, hobbies, or storage needs. The...Private 22-Acre Retreat in Cobden – Home, Pond, Pole Barn & Lavender Hillside Escape to your own private haven on nearly 22 wooded acres in beautiful Cobden! This spacious, 2500 sq. ft, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features an open floor-plan with the living/dining room and kitchen that affords plenty of space for entertaining family and friends. This one-owner impeccably maintained home has an attached garage for convenience, plus a large pole barn for all your equipment, hobbies, or storage needs. The stunning property offers everything you need for peaceful country living. Enjoy the natural beauty of your surroundings with a serene pond, perfect for relaxing afternoons or casting a line. One of the property’s standout features is its stunning hillside covered in blooming lavender — an utterly unique and tranquil setting that adds both charm and the potential for small-scale farming or agritourism. All of this is conveniently located right in the middle of the renowned Union County Wine Trail. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the excellent hunting opportunities the wooded acreage provides. Whether you're seeking a quiet retreat or a place to live out your homesteading dreams, this Cobden property delivers a rare blend of privacy, beauty, and functionality. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a slice of Southern Illinois paradise!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/17/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jaime Watkins • SHAWNEE HILLS REAL ESTATE, LLC
    P: (618) 614-2849 C: (618) 614-2849 jaime.shawneehillsre@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Nancy Watkins • SHAWNEE HILLS REAL ESTATE, LLC
    nancy.shawneehillsre@gmail.com

Property Details for 480 Brown Section Road

Status
MLS #
EB459385
Days on Market
12
Taxes
$3,044 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1982
Lot Size
22.00 AC / 958,320 SF
Architectural Style
Berm
Subdivision Name
None

Location

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Building Information for 480 Brown Section Road

Stories-Year Built1982Building Size-Lot Size22.00 AC / 958,320 SF

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$2,358 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,104

Property Taxes

$254

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 480 Brown Section Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Cobden
  • County Or Parish: Union
  • Directions: From the intersection of 146 and 127, drive north on 127 to Brown Section Road. Property is signed.
  • Latitude: 37.531519
  • Longitude: -89.316479
  • MLSArea Minor: EBOR Area
  • Postal Code: 62920
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 072705594B1
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,044
  • Tax Legal Description: S27 T11 R2W PT NE SW PT W1/2 SE
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Cobden
  • High School: Cobden
  • Middle Or Junior School: Cobden Jr High
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2496.0
  • Living Area: 2496.0
  • Lot Features: Sloped, Wooded
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 22 acres
  • 100 Year Plain: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Legal Description
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1982
Utilities
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Other, Steel Siding, Stone
Interior Features
  • Basement: None
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Electric, Baseboard
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 2
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1600.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 896.0
  • 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: Laminate
  • Room Length: 14.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: No
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 8.9
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 13.6
Room 9
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Room Length: 20.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.6
Room 10
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 22.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 10.2
Room 11
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 21.02
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 13.6
Room 12
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 13.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 4.9
Room 13
  • 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 480 Brown Section Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 17, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1917139020

$414,000
Oct 17, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1917139020

$414,000

+142.2% / yr

Oct 17, 2025

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB459385

$414,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/17/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1917139020

$414,000
10/17/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1917139020

$414,000

+142.2% / yr

10/17/2025

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB459385

$414,000

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

Public Records for 480 Brown Section Road

Taxable ValueLand$5,900Additions$63,630Total$69,530
Tax Record2025$2,933 ($244 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size955,706 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialCountyUNIONAPN07-27-05-594-B3

Schools near 480 Brown Section Road

This home is within Cobden Sud 17 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cobden Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Cobden Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Cobden High School
Public9 to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 480 Brown Section Road, Cobden, IL 62920
$414,000
3
2,496
958,320
$102,000
2
1
992
275,299
619,423
51,836
365,904
38,333

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