Some homes chase trends. This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bath home quietly reminds you why quality never goes out of style.
Lovingly maintained by owners who have cared for every inch of it for decades, this 2,272 sq ft gem sits on a beautiful one-acre lot just a quarter mile from the public marina at Governor Bond Lake. Is it dressed in the latest designer finishes? Not exactly. Is it impeccably cared for? Absolutely. Those vintage cabinets, flooring and finishes might not be what you would choose in 2026 , but they're a testament to the kind of meticulous ownership that's becoming harder and harder to find.
While today's buyers often focus on oversized kitchens and open floor plans, this home tells a different story. The bedrooms and kitchen are comfortable and practical, while the spaces where life actually happens are wonderfully generous. The expansive living room is filled with natural light from huge windows overlooking the private backyard, and a wood-burning fireplace creates the perfect gathering place on chilly evenings. Downstairs, the oversized family room with its ventless gas fireplace offers even more room to spread out, entertain, or simply relax.
This is a home built for people. Christmas mornings with the whole family. Fourth of July cookouts that somehow stretch into the evening. Birthday parties, game nights, and Tuesday dinners that turn into hours around the table because nobody's quite ready to leave.
Outside, the one-acre setting feels like your own little nature retreat. Mature trees provide shade and privacy, beautiful landscaping surrounds the home, birds and wildlife are frequent visitors, and a small wooded area at the back of the property invites exploration. There's even a garden space and storage shed ready for your next growing season.
The flexible split-level floor plan offers five bedrooms, including three on the main level and two additional bedrooms downstairs with egress windows. An office, bonus room, abundant storage throughout, and room to expand the kitchen if your vision includes future updates give you plenty of options to make the home your own.
The heated two-car garage, complete with its own wood-burning stove, offers ample space for vehicles, hobbies, tools, and weekend projects. And if you've ever wished a home came with "just one more closet," you're in luck. Storage is everywhere. It almost feels like the architect was preparing for several lifetimes' worth of holiday decorations, clothes for when you lose that last 20 pounds, and the other flotsom and jetsom that we all acquire.
Upates on the boring stuff? Those expensive things no one wants to do? Done for you. There is a radon mitigation system in place. The roof is roughly 5-7 years old. And as soon as the weather allows, the sellers are installing a brand new, $8,000 septic system so you will have no worries in that area for a very long time.
Solid construction. Exceptional care. A peaceful setting near the lake. This isn't a house trying to impress you with fleeting trends. It's a home that's been loved, maintained, and enjoyed for years, and it's ready to welcome the next chapter.
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Listed by:
Noel Harnetiaux618-664-8907,
Bond County Realtors
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26042932Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
Features: Floor Covering: Wood
Level: Main
Area: 81
Dimensions: 9x9
Bedroom
Features: Floor Covering: Wood
Level: Main
Area: 90
Dimensions: 10x9
Bedroom
Features: Floor Covering: Wood
Level: Main
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom
Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
Level: Basement
Area: 150
Dimensions: 15x10
Bedroom
Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
Level: Basement
Area: 132
Dimensions: 12x11
Bathroom
Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
Level: Main
Area: 72
Dimensions: 12x6
Bathroom
Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
Level: Basement
Area: 30
Dimensions: 6x5
Bonus room
Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
Level: Basement
Area: 121
Dimensions: 11x11
Dining room
Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
Level: Main
Area: 260
Dimensions: 26x10
Family room
Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
Level: Basement
Area: 221
Dimensions: 17x13
Kitchen
Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
Level: Main
Area: 108
Dimensions: 12x9
Laundry
Features: Floor Covering: Concrete
Level: Basement
Area: 120
Dimensions: 12x10
Living room
Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
Level: Main
Area: 375
Dimensions: 25x15
Office
Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
Level: Basement
Area: 135
Dimensions: 15x9
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator
Features
Basement: Finished,Full
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Basement, Family Room, Gas, Living Room, See Remarks, Ventless, Wood Burning
Interior area
Total structure area: 2,272
Total interior livable area: 2,272 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,336
Finished area below ground: 1,336
Property
Parking
Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Garage
Garage spaces: 2
Features
Levels: Multi/Split
Lot
Size: 1 Acres
Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Back Yard
Details
Parcel number: 060635105005
Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Split Level
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
Vinyl Siding
Condition
Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
Electric: Ameren
Sewer: Aerobic Septic
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane Owned, Water Connected
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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included
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