688 Donnell Ave

2,692 Sq. Ft.
$334 / Sq. Ft.
2,692
Sq. Ft.
$334
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Motivated seller! Private 50-Acre Paradise with Pond, Pool & Endless Possibilities! If you’ve been searching for privacy, space, and true country living, this breathtaking 50-acre property delivers it all. Located less than 20 minutes from Interstate 70 and conveniently positioned about one hour from St. Louis and one hour from Springfield, this rare estate offers peaceful seclusion without sacrificing accessibility. The home has 7 spacious bedrooms that includes 2 primary suites, 3 full bathrooms...Motivated seller! Private 50-Acre Paradise with Pond, Pool & Endless Possibilities! If you’ve been searching for privacy, space, and true country living, this breathtaking 50-acre property delivers it all. Located less than 20 minutes from Interstate 70 and conveniently positioned about one hour from St. Louis and one hour from Springfield, this rare estate offers peaceful seclusion without sacrificing accessibility. The home has 7 spacious bedrooms that includes 2 primary suites, 3 full bathrooms and is ideal for large families, multi-generational living, or retreat-style use. Also features a outdoor wood burning fireplace set up to kick the furnace on if it should go out. Outdoor features a beautiful 2.5-acre stocked pond, above-ground pool, relaxing hot tub and expansive open views in every direction! Outbuildings & land include 2 large barns with: stall doors, electric & water and concrete floors. Approximately 16 acres of tillable ground - perfect for crops or easily converted to pasture. Plenty of room for horses, livestock, recreation, or future expansion. Whether you’re dreaming of a working farm, equestrian property, private retreat, event venue, or simply a peaceful place to call home - the possibilities here are truly endless. If you're wanting privacy and paradise…you’ve found it! This home is not truly located in Sorento Illinois it’s 3 miles off Rte 127 just outside Donnelson Illinois on all paved roads.
  1. Listed by Lori Reid-Gardner • Century 21 Reid Baugher Realty

Property Details for 688 Donnell Avenue

Architectural Style
Ranch
Waterfront
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 03/10/2026 11:02 AM

Property Details for 688 Donnell Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #26011343
Days on Market12
Taxes$6,003 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1989
Lot Size50.00 AC / 2,178,000 SF
CountyBond County

Location

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Building Information for 688 Donnell Avenue

Stories-Year Built1989Building Size-Lot Size50.00 AC / 2,178,000 SF

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$4,882 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,382

Property Taxes

$500

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 688 Donnell Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Sorento
  • County Or Parish: Bond
  • Latitude: 39.011559
  • Longitude: -89.502788
  • Postal Code: 62086
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: n/a
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 09-01-35-114-001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,003.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
School Information
  • Elementary School: HILLSBORO DIST 3
  • High School: Hillsboro Community High Schoo
  • High School District: HILLSBORO DIST 3
  • Middle Or Junior School: HILLSBORO DIST 3
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 2692.0
  • Lot Features: Pond on Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 50.0
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2178000.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2692.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
  • Documents Available: Aerial Photos
  • Documents Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 46
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Utilities
  • Electric: Other
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Basement YN: No
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 7.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 7
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Rooms Total: 18

Property History for 688 Donnell Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 10, 2026

Price Change

MARIS #26011343

$899,000
Mar 5, 2026

Price Change

MARIS #26011343

$950,000
Feb 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26011343

$975,000
Feb 26, 2026

Withdrawn

MARIS #26000924

$975,000
Jan 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26000924

$850,000
Dec 8, 2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1086843935

$190,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/10/2026

Price Change

MARIS #26011343

$899,000
03/05/2026

Price Change

MARIS #26011343

$950,000
02/27/2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26011343

$975,000
02/26/2026

Withdrawn

MARIS #26000924

$975,000
01/07/2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26000924

$850,000
12/08/2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1086843935

$190,000

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

Public Records for 688 Donnell Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$8,706Additions$84,921Total$93,627
Tax Record2024$6,003 ($500 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,684 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,684 SqFtStories1Lot Size871,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1989CountyBONDAPN09-01-35-114-001

Schools near 688 Donnell Avenue

This home is within Hillsboro Community Unit School District 3.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Beckemeyer Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hillsboro Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Hillsboro 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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688 Donnell Avenue is a single family home for sale in Donnellson, IL 62019. This property was listed for sale on February 27, 2026 by Century 21 Reid Baugher Realty, it's currently listed at $899,000. It has been on the market for a total of 12 days and was last sold on December 8, 2015. This listing's school district is Hillsboro Community Unit School District 3. Nearby schools include Beckemeyer Elementary School, Hillsboro Jr High School and Hillsboro High School. 688 Donnell Avenue is a 7-bed, 3-bath, 2,692 sqft single family home built in 1989.

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