Last Sold Price
4 beds7,320 sqft$51/sqft
96 Caretaker Rd, Makanda, IL 62958

Description

Stunning Stone Bungalow in the Shawnee National Forest. This stunning stone bungalow is located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest in sought-after Unity Point School District, just minutes from Carbondale.  Many recent upgrades to expand the lower level living space have preserved and enhanced this architecturally significant home, which was originally built in the 1920s as the clubhouse for one of southern Illinois' first private country clubs. The massive great room has a 16’ ceiling with...Stunning Stone Bungalow in the Shawnee National Forest. This stunning stone bungalow is located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest in sought-after Unity Point School District, just minutes from Carbondale.  Many recent upgrades to expand the lower level living space have preserved and enhanced this architecturally significant home, which was originally built in the 1920s as the clubhouse for one of southern Illinois' first private country clubs. The massive great room has a 16’ ceiling with large windows and French doors throughout, along with a distinctive stone hearth, giving the home a warm and inviting feel. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, and the master bedroom includes a walk-in closet and ensuite half bathroom. There is a full bath on the main floor and a second full bath on the lower level, which includes a custom tiled shower and self-cleaning jetted whirlpool tub. A powder room half bath provides convenience to a main level bedroom.  The home also has a large screened porch that overlooks the forest, perfect for relaxing on a summer evening.  Complete renovation of lower level and loft bedroom. This is a leasehold property. HVAC-2017 with transferable 10 yrs warranty parts and labor. Hot water heater 2021. Seamless gutters 2022. Call us now for your private tour!
LISTING CLOSED: 06/04/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Robert Davenport • RE/MAX Realty Central
    P: (618) 924-3644 C: (618) 924-3644 bobdavenport60@gmail.com

Property Details for 96 Caretaker Road

Status
MLS #
EB448960
Days on Market
310
Taxes
$7,702 / year
HOA Fees
$500 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence / Detached Single
Year Built
1924
Lot Size
2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
Architectural Style
Ranch
Parking Total
0.0
Subdivision Name
Midland Hills

Location

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Building Information for 96 Caretaker Road

Stories-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF

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$2,587 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,904

Property Taxes

$642

HOA Dues

$42

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Property Information for 96 Caretaker Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Makanda
  • County Or Parish: Jackson
  • Directions: From Old Hwy 51 South turn to Midland Hills Rd.
  • Latitude: 37.6482201825287
  • Longitude: -89.2510208810996
  • MLSArea Minor: EBOR Area
  • Postal Code: 62958
  • State Or Province: IL
  • Zoning: Residential
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $500
  • Parcel Number: 19-18-427-001
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: Yes
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,702
  • Tax Legal Description: IMP ONLY NUMBER: MIDLAND HILLS LOT 1A BLK 6 2003/33173 2020R002077 2020R002078
  • Tax Year: 2022
School Information
  • Elementary School: Unity Point Consolidated
  • High School: Carbondale HS
  • High School District: UNITY POINT DIST 140
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unity Point
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
  • Garage: true
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5034.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2286.0
  • Building Area Total: 5034.0
  • Living Area: 7320.0
  • Lot Features: Lake View, Pond/Lake, Wooded
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 2 Acres
  • 100 Year Plain: Unknown
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Completed
  • Documents Available: Other
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1924
Utilities
  • Sewer: Aerobic Septic
  • Water Source: Aerator/Aerobic, Public
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stone, Wood Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Other
  • Fireplace Features: Insert
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Propane, Central Air
  • Interior Features: Garage Door Opener(s), High Speed Internet
  • Levels: One
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Area: 5034.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 1
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • 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: 2286.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement Level
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: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Other
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 9
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 10
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 29.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 45.0
Room 11
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 28.0
Room 12
  • 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 96 Caretaker Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 4, 2024

Closed

MARIS #23027645

$374,500
Jun 4, 2024

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB448960

$374,500
Jun 4, 2024

Closed

MRED #448960

$374,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/04/2024

Closed

MARIS #23027645

$374,500
06/04/2024

Closed

RMLS ALLIANCE #EB448960

$374,500
06/04/2024

Closed

MRED #448960

$374,500

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

Public Records for 96 Caretaker Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$105,364Total-
Tax Record2024$8,313 ($693 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt4,560 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,280 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,280 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,280 SqFtLot Size1,862,745 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated1924CountyJACKSONAPN19-18-427-001

Schools near 96 Caretaker 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 96 Caretaker Road, Makanda, IL 62958
$374,500
4
7,320
87,120
972
1,039
$37,500
3
1,140
713
$25,000
2
1,008
6,500

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