Last Sold Price
2 beds3,124 sqft$54/sqft
556 Contentment Rd, Makanda, IL 62958

Description

Immaculate home in move-in condition. Lakeside, country setting of bluffs, woods, & lake, but close to town. Foyer & dining rm have cathedral ceilings, breakfast rm has corner fireplace, living rm has built-in bookcases. 3 Heating systems; 2 gas F/A for zone heating, plus elec heaters in baths for quick extra heat. 3 Multi level decks with beathtaking views of canyon, cave, & lake. Jenn-air Cooktop/Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer. Storage building does not stay.Immaculate home in move-in condition. Lakeside, country setting of bluffs, woods, & lake, but close to town. Foyer & dining rm have cathedral ceilings, breakfast rm has corner fireplace, living rm has built-in bookcases. 3 Heating systems; 2 gas F/A for zone heating, plus elec heaters in baths for quick extra heat. 3 Multi level decks with beathtaking views of canyon, cave, & lake. Jenn-air Cooktop/Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer. Storage building does not stay.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/05/2009 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Melody Gamber • RE/MAX Trendsetters
    P: (618) 833-5599 mindy@lindalence.com

Property Details for 556 Contentment Road

Status
MLS #
EB274303
Days on Market
170
Taxes
$3,101 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1957
Lot Size
0.00 AC / 0 SF
Subdivision Name
Midland Hills

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$139,840

Avg days on market

25

Sale-to-list ratio

95.3%

[Makanda, IL]

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Square Feet
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Location

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Building Information for 556 Contentment Road

Stories1Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.00 AC / 0 SF

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$1,120 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$862

Property Taxes

$258

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 556 Contentment Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Makanda
  • County Or Parish: Jackson
  • Directions: Take New 51 to Potters Rd, west on Potters Rd to Old 51, north on Old 51 to
  • Latitude: 37.64719
  • Longitude: -89.25666
  • MLSArea Minor: EBOR Area
  • Postal Code: 62958
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Zoning: Residential
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 19-18-326-003
  • Tax Exemptions: None
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,101
  • Tax Legal Description: To Follow
  • Tax Year: 2007
School Information
  • Elementary School: Unity Point Consolidated
  • High School: Carbondale HS
Parking
  • Garage: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1562.0
  • Living Area: 3124.0
  • Lot Features: Water Frontage, Pond/Lake
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: To Follow
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1957
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Other
  • Utility Company: Southern Gas Co South Hwy Water AmerenCIPS
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened Patio, Boat House
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Crawl Space, None
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Heating: Electric, Gas, Forced Air, Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub, Intercom, Skylight(s)
  • Stories: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Area: 1562.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Room Area: 1562.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 556 Contentment Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 5, 2009

Closed

MRED #274303

$169,500
Aug 5, 2009

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB274303

$169,500
Jul 22, 2009

Pending

MRED #274303

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/05/2009

Closed

MRED #274303

$169,500
08/05/2009

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB274303

$169,500
07/22/2009

Pending

MRED #274303

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

Public Records for 556 Contentment Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$64,893Total-
Tax Record2024$4,509 ($376 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt169 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt169 SqFtStories2StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957CountyJACKSONAPN19-18-326-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 556 Contentment 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

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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