Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds3,363 sqft
9856 Park Rd, Effingham, IL 62401
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.47 acresLot Size
1996Year Built
$342/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Your dream home is finally here! Come check out this beautiful lake house on Lake Sara, with big water views! The finishes in this home will take your breath away. Outside, you will find a 180 degree view of Lake Sara, new Trex deck with glass railings, a heated swimming pool, a boathouse with a sun deck, boat slip and plenty of storage. Venture inside to find new white oak hardwood running throughout the home. The main floor offers 2 fireplaces, laundry room, plenty of natural lighting and high-end...Your dream home is finally here! Come check out this beautiful lake house on Lake Sara, with big water views! The finishes in this home will take your breath away. Outside, you will find a 180 degree view of Lake Sara, new Trex deck with glass railings, a heated swimming pool, a boathouse with a sun deck, boat slip and plenty of storage. Venture inside to find new white oak hardwood running throughout the home. The main floor offers 2 fireplaces, laundry room, plenty of natural lighting and high-end light fixtures. Upstairs, you will find a loft, two bedrooms and a full bath that has been completely remodeled, featuring a Carrara marble tiled shower. Venture to the master bedroom that has stunning lake views and a private deck. The master bathroom has a soaker tub, tiled walk in shower, heated floors, and Kohler fixtures. The walk-out basement features two bedrooms and a full bath. The views on this property are simply incredible and the location of this property is hard to beat! Call today for a private showing!
  • Listed by: Alex Steppe 217.663.8106 asteppe14@gmail.com • RE/MAX Key Advantage
Listing closed: 05/23/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Central Illinois Board of REALTORS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 6247843

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Property Information for 9856 Park Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,590 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Subdivision Name: Lakeshore Estates Sub
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Privileges
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning: RES
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Lot Size: 0.47 AC / 20,473 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 39.12892
  • Longitude: -88.616503
  • Township: Douglas
  • Water Body Name: Lake Sara
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 1107221006
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,590.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Effingham Dist. 40
  • High School District: Effingham Dist. 40
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Effingham Dist. 40
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.47
  • Lot Size Area: 0.47
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20473.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2060.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1303.0
  • Building Area Total: 3363.0
  • Living Area: 3363.0
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: Outdoor Pool, Above Ground
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Total Rooms: 9

Property History for 9856 Park Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 23, 2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247843

$1,150,000—
Apr 19, 2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247843

—
Mar 29, 2025

Contingent

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247843

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/23/2025

Sold

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247843

$1,150,000
04/19/2025

Pending

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247843

—
03/29/2025

Contingent

Central Illinois Board of REALTORS #6247843

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Schools near 9856 Park Road

This home is within Effingham Community Unit School District 40.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 2
Public - 2 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
South Side Grade School
Public1 to 2

Central Grade School
Public2 to 5

Effingham Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Effingham High School
Public9 to 12

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