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Last Sold Price
5 beds3,462 sqft
7940 Paradise Rd, Du Quoin, IL 62832
Single FamilyProperty Type
5 acresLot Size
1997Year Built
$86/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Your country dream house awaits! This incredible 5-bedroom 3-bath home sits on a quiet 5-acre property just south of the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds. The great room features soaring ceilings and a beautiful natural stone fireplace. The main floor also features a kitchen with granite countertops, a large island, and plenty of cabinet space, a dining room, 2 bedrooms, and a full bath. Upstairs, you’ll find double master suites with spacious closets and beautiful bathrooms. The primary master bathroom...Your country dream house awaits! This incredible 5-bedroom 3-bath home sits on a quiet 5-acre property just south of the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds. The great room features soaring ceilings and a beautiful natural stone fireplace. The main floor also features a kitchen with granite countertops, a large island, and plenty of cabinet space, a dining room, 2 bedrooms, and a full bath. Upstairs, you’ll find double master suites with spacious closets and beautiful bathrooms. The primary master bathroom includes a custom tile shower and luxurious soaking tub. Cross the elevated walkway from the master bedroom into a private office or 5th bedroom. The finished basement has additional finished space for a family or rec room, bar area, play room, plus a laundry area. The detached oversize garage (built in 2010) is heated and cooled and features a 1-bedroom apartment complete with a full bath, kitchen and living space. New roof and gutters in 2019. House is setup for ADT security.
  • Listed by: JUSTIN ZURLINDEN 618.203.5057 realtorjustinz@gmail.com • REALTY CENTRAL, INC.
Listing closed: 07/16/2020 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS ALLIANCE, MLS#: EB434305

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$445,000

Avg days on market

72

Sale-to-list ratio

93.6%

Du Quoin, IL

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Square Feet
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$445,000 | 7154 Ponderosa Road, Du Quoin, IL 62832
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$520,000 | 9081 Old State Rte 14, Du Quoin, IL 62832
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Sold 08/21/26

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Property Information for 7940 Paradise Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,753 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Perry County
  • Architectural Style: Rustic
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Lot Size: 5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Duquoin
  • County Or Parish: Perry
  • Directions: From US 51, turn right onto Paradise Rd at the "Queen of Hearts" sign about 1 mile south of Route 14
  • Latitude: 37.96503
  • Longitude: -89.23453
  • MLSArea Minor: EBOR Area
  • Postal Code: 62832
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association Fee2: $0
  • Association Fee Includes: Security
  • Parcel Number: 1-61-0480-080
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Exemptions: Homestead/Owner Occupied
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,753
  • Tax Legal Description: Sec 32 TWP 06 RNG 01 SW NE EX PT N 1/2
  • Tax Year: 2018
School Information
  • Elementary School: Duquoin
  • High School: Duquoin
  • High School District: DU QUOIN DIST 300
  • Middle Or Junior School: DuQuoin
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached
  • Garage: true
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2567.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 895.0
  • Building Area Total: 2567.0
  • Living Area: 3462.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 300x726
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 217800.0
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Farm Information
  • Zoned Agricultural: No
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Year Built Source: Owner
  • Green Energy Efficient: High Efficiency Heating, High Efficiency Wtr Htr
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Septic System
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Pole Barn(s)
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Outbuilding(s), Porch, Hot Tub
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Other, Frame
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Finished, Poured
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Electric
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Central
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Garage Door Opener(s), Hot Tub, Solid Surface Counter, Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s), Smart Home
  • Levels: Two
  • Operating Recording Device: None
  • Kitchen/Dining: Dining Informal,Island,Pantry
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Area: 1197.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Room Area: 1370.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Room Area: 895.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Room 5
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Room Length: 18.11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.3
Room 7
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 11.1
Room 8
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 10.9
Room 9
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 10.2
Room 10
  • Room Length: 21.2
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Width: 13.9
Room 11
  • Room Length: 22.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 16.6
Room 12
  • Room Length: 13.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 13
  • Room Length: 12.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.9
Room 14
  • Room Length: 27.6
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Room Width: 12.9
Room 15
  • Room Length: 13.1
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 8.1
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 7940 Paradise Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 16, 2020

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB434305

$297,500—
Jul 16, 2020

Closed

MARIS #20034850

$297,500—
Jul 16, 2020

Closed

MRED #434305

$297,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/16/2020

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB434305

$297,500
07/16/2020

Closed

MARIS #20034850

$297,500
07/16/2020

Closed

MRED #434305

$297,500

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

Public Records for 7940 Paradise Road

Taxable ValueLand$4,834Additions$121,336Total$126,170
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size217,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyPERRYAPN1610480080

Schools near 7940 Paradise Road

This home is within Duquoin Community Unit School District 300.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Duquoin Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Duquoin Middle School
Public5 to 8

Duquoin High School
Public9 to 12

Christian Fellowship School
PrivatePK 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: 7940 Paradise Road, Du Quoin, IL 62832
$297,500
5
3,462
217,800
–
–
–
–
25,504
$85,000
3
2
1,479
104,544
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
$165,000
4
2,040
18,295

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