Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,784 sqft$157/sqft
5395 Wards Mill Rd, Marion, IL 62959
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.21 acresLot Size
1987Year Built
$157/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sits on a peaceful 5-acre setting just minutes from Marion. From the moment you step inside, you’ll appreciate the quality updates & thoughtful layout. The main level features a cozy open-concept living & dining area, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen includes a breakfast bar & two generous pantries. One bedroom offers a private en-suite bathroom, while the second bedroom is just steps from the hall bath. A spacious mudroom...This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sits on a peaceful 5-acre setting just minutes from Marion. From the moment you step inside, you’ll appreciate the quality updates & thoughtful layout. The main level features a cozy open-concept living & dining area, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen includes a breakfast bar & two generous pantries. One bedroom offers a private en-suite bathroom, while the second bedroom is just steps from the hall bath. A spacious mudroom provides the ideal drop zone or can easily double as a home office. The walk-out basement offers endless possibilities—create an additional bedroom, family room, or dedicated office space. The basement opens to a large patio that’s perfect for gatherings and also serves as a secure storm shelter. The home includes a single-car insulated garage with a new insulated door, plus a detached 2-car garage with a new garage door. Recent updates include a new roof, siding, & 6-inch gutters with buried downspouts completed in 2023. The main house was completely rewired in 2024, & in 2025, new vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, & crown molding were added. The HVAC system was installed in 2018 & comes with a transferable warranty. It includes a built-in humidifier & UV air purifier. The hybrid water heater, installed in 2023, includes a pressure valve regulator. Triple-pane windows & new exterior doors were added to the main home in 2020. ProTek Fiber. There is a shed and dog run as well.
  • Listed by: MELISSA PLANT 618.534.8566 mplant618@gmail.com • COLDWELL BANKER J. DAVID THOMPSON
Listing closed: 08/14/2025 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS ALLIANCE as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: EB458544

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$265,000

Avg days on market

76

Sale-to-list ratio

89.0%

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Property Information for 5395 Wards Mill Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,998 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence / Detached Single
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Lot Size: 5.21 AC / 226,947 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Marion
  • County Or Parish: Williamson
  • Directions: Take South Market to Quarterhorse Road. Go all the way down Quarterhorse to the stop sign. Turn right onto Wards Mill and house will be on the right.
  • Latitude: 37.659773
  • Longitude: -88.911139
  • MLSArea Minor: EBOR Area
  • Postal Code: 62959
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels Description: 11–07-400-020
  • Parcel Number: 11-07-400-019
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,998
  • Tax Legal Description: Pt of s1/4 of ne1/4 being 3.02 acres ex .45ac. W 671.67’ of e 1346.67’ of s166’ of ne1/4
  • Tax Year: 2023
School Information
  • Elementary School: Marion
  • High School: Marion
  • Middle Or Junior School: Marion
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Carport
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 0
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1364.0
  • Living Area: 1784.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.21
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 170X1365
  • 100 Year Plain: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1987
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public, Septic System
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Humidity Control
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet
  • Other Equipment: Air Purifier
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 2
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1364.0
  • 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: 420.0
  • 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: Carpet
  • Room Length: 12.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 10.4
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 10.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 10.2
Room 8
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.3
Room 9
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 16.6
Room 10
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 11.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 10.6
Room 11
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 21.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.7
Room 12
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 13.0
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 5395 Wards Mill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 14, 2025

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB458544

$280,000
Aug 14, 2025

Closed

MRED #458544

$280,000
Jun 27, 2025

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB458544

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/14/2025

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB458544

$280,000
08/14/2025

Closed

MRED #458544

$280,000
06/27/2025

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB458544

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

Public Records for 5395 Wards Mill Road

Taxable ValueLand$7,830Additions$42,910Total$50,740
Tax Record2025$3,679 ($307 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,988 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,148 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt840 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt840 SqFtStories1Lot Size111,949 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987Year Renovated1987CountyWILLIAMSONAPN11-07-400-019

Schools near 5395 Wards Mill Road

This home is within Marion Community Unit School District 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Marion Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Marion 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: 5395 Wards Mill Road, Marion, IL 62959
$280,000
2
1,784
226,947
$274,356
3
1,800
227,383
$80,000
3
1,056
64,904
1,344
66,211
2,280
87,120
1,640
43,560

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