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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,728 sqft
8861 Gilmore Lake Rd, Columbia, IL 62236
Single FamilyProperty Type
5 acresLot Size
1978Year Built
$240/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Peace, privacy, and picturesque country living await on this beautiful 5-acre property in Columbia. Offering a park-like setting with mature trees, a tranquil pond, and located within the desirable Waterloo Community School District. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has been thoughtfully updated throughout, offering move-in-ready comfort in a truly serene setting. Inside, the eat-in kitchen with pantry flows nicely into a separate dining room featuring a tray ceiling currently used as a sitting room perfect...Peace, privacy, and picturesque country living await on this beautiful 5-acre property in Columbia. Offering a park-like setting with mature trees, a tranquil pond, and located within the desirable Waterloo Community School District. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has been thoughtfully updated throughout, offering move-in-ready comfort in a truly serene setting. Inside, the eat-in kitchen with pantry flows nicely into a separate dining room featuring a tray ceiling currently used as a sitting room perfect for morning coffee. The inviting living room boasts a bay window, cozy gas fireplace, and built-in bookshelves, the perfect spot to unwind. The bathroom has been refreshed with a new double vanity, and major updates include new HVAC, newer stainless steel appliances (washer/dryer stay!) , and most windows replaced with quality Pella windows. Downstairs, the basement's painted concrete floors and painted ceiling make it easy to finish into additional living space down the road. Outside, enjoy the back patio overlooking the grounds, plus a versatile outbuilding ideal for a workshop, storage, or endless other possibilities. Five acres of trees, water, and quiet country living, just minutes from Columbia or Waterloo makes it the perfect location. Schedule your appointment today.
  • Listed by: Stacey Lacroix 618.407.4156 StaceyLaCroix@gmail.com • Strano & Associates
Listing closed: 08/28/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MARIS, MLS#: 26046650

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Property Information for 8861 Gilmore Lake Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Waterfront: Yes
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Lot Size: 5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Columbia
  • County Or Parish: Monroe
  • Latitude: 38.388734
  • Longitude: -90.121106
  • Postal Code: 62236
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Sub division Name: not in a subdivision
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
  • Parcel Number: 08-05-300-004-000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $.00
  • Tax Legal Description: PART TAX LOT 5
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • AssociationYN: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Workshop in Garage
School Information
  • Elementary School: WATERLOO DIST 5
  • High School: Waterloo
  • High School District: Waterloo DIST 5
  • Middle Or Junior School: WATERLOO DIST 5
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1728.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Many Trees, Pond on Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 327 X 648 x 327 x 657
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 217800.0
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1728.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Documents Available: Aerial Photos, Plat
  • Documents Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 82
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure
  • Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
  • Ownership Type: Private
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • BuyerFinancing: Cash
  • HomeWarrantyYN: No
  • LeaseConsideredYN: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Other
  • Sewer: Aerobic Septic
  • Utilities: Propane, Water Available
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • WaterfrontFeatures: Pond
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Patio
  • FoundationDetails: Concrete Perimeter
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full, Sump Pump
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room, Propane
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • LivingAreaSource: Public Records
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 2
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 3
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 2
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 23x14
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14x11
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 14x13
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 14x14
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 9x6
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Width: 6.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12x11
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12x10
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 8x8
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 13x9
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 9.0

Property History for 8861 Gilmore Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2026

Closed

MARIS #26046650

$415,000—
Jul 29, 2026

Pending

MARIS #26046650

—
Jul 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26046650

$400,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2026

Closed

MARIS #26046650

$415,000
07/29/2026

Pending

MARIS #26046650

—
07/25/2026

Listed (Active)

MARIS #26046650

$400,000

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

Public Records for 8861 Gilmore Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$23,620Additions$78,630Total$102,250
Tax Record2025$4,404 ($367 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,728 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,728 SqFtStories1Lot Size217,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978Year Renovated1978ZoningMA1CountyMONROEAPN08-05-300-004-000

Schools near 8861 Gilmore Lake Road

This home is within Waterloo Community Unit School District 5.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
W J Zahnow Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

Rogers Elementary School
Public2 to 3

Gardner Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Waterloo Junior High School
Public6 to 8

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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This home: 8861 Gilmore Lake Road, Columbia, IL 62236
$415,000
3
1,728
217,800
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3
3
1,584
217,800
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2
2
896
109,336
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647,302
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1,903
114,127
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1,960
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