Welcome to Papa's Paradise, a one-of-a-kind property offering the perfect blend of peaceful seclusion and contemporary living. Nestled on 9.21 stunning acres, this nature lover’s paradise features a newer stocked lake (shared with one other owner), frequent visits from turkey, deer, ducks, geese, and even bald eagles. Step inside and you’ll find a home that has been lovingly updated with significant improvements, including an updated kitchen, modern flooring, and many more thoughtful upgrades that blend rustic charm with everyday comfort. Looking for a place to park your toys? This property features a 30x64 outbuilding that is partially insulated and ready to be enjoyed by a new owner. The basement is set up as it's own living quarters with a large kitchen, living room, full bath, bedroom, and utility room. Other features include a whole house generator, on demand water heater, large mud room with 1/2 bath, spacious deck overlooking the lake, screened in porch, geo thermal heating and cooling system, 2 fireplaces, and a 2 car carport. Opportunities like this don’t come along often—don’t miss your chance to own a slice of paradise in Dorsey! Audio and video surveillance. Bunker Hill School district..
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Listed by: RE/MAX Alliance
Price cut: $15K (6/10)
$474,900
222 Prairietown Rd, Dorsey, IL 62021
3beds
2,453sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
9.21 Acres Lot
$160,700 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern flooringNewer stocked lakeUpdated kitchenScreened in porch
- 45 days |
- 1,364 |
- 57 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris W Seniker 618-789-4783,
RE/MAX Alliance
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26026278
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9x12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10x12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10x10
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10x12
Bathroom 2
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 5x7
Bathroom 3
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 9
- Dimensions: 3x3
Bathroom 4
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 6x10
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12x13
Family room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 486
- Dimensions: 18x27
Game room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14x11
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 15x17
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Lower
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11x14
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 11x20
Mud room
- Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 6x21
Heating
- Geothermal
Cooling
- Geothermal
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Custom Cabinetry, Dining/Living Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Countertop(s), Workshop/Hobby Area
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Propane, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,453
- Total interior livable area: 2,453 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,499
- Finished area below ground: 954
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage - Attached, Carport
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Pond
Lot
- Size: 9.21 Acres
- Dimensions: 9.21
- Features: Gently Rolling, Landscaped, Pond on Lot, Secluded, Waterfront, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 0900046700
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dorsey
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $185,421
- Annual tax amount: $2,854
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 45 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Chris and Sarah Seniker
(618) 789-4779
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Estimated market value
$160,700
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,080/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $474,900-3.1%$194/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #26026278 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,900-42.4%$200/sqft |
Source: MARIS #26026278 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Listing removed | $850,000$347/sqft |
Source: MARIS #25035918 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $850,000+246.9%$347/sqft |
Source: MARIS #25035918 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2015 | Sold | $245,000-2%$100/sqft |
Source: MARIS #4405992 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2015 | Pending sale | $249,900$102/sqft |
Source: LEGACY REALTY & AUCTION, LLC #4405992 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2015 | Price change | $249,900-21.9%$102/sqft |
Source: LEGACY REALTY & AUCTION, LLC #4405992 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2015 | Price change | $319,900-4.5%$130/sqft |
Source: LEGACY REALTY & AUCTION, LLC #4405992 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2015 | Price change | $334,900+16.5%$137/sqft |
Source: Landmark Realty, Inc. #4314031 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2014 | Listed for sale | $287,500$117/sqft |
Source: Landmark Realty, Inc. #4314031 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,355 -1.2% | $61,807 +8% |
| 2023 | $2,383 -3% | $57,229 +7% |
| 2022 | $2,456 -3.3% | $53,485 +7% |
| 2021 | $2,539 -5.2% | $49,986 +7% |
| 2020 | $2,678 -3.2% | $46,716 +5% |
| 2019 | $2,767 | $44,491 |
| 2018 | $2,767 +0.2% | $44,491 |
| 2017 | $2,763 +1.1% | $44,491 +2.8% |
| 2016 | $2,734 +168.1% | $43,279 |
| 2015 | $1,020 | $43,279 |
| 2014 | $1,020 -54.2% | $43,279 |
| 2013 | $2,227 +118.6% | $43,279 |
| 2012 | $1,018 +1.8% | $43,279 |
| 2011 | $1,000 -0.5% | $43,279 |
| 2010 | $1,006 | $43,279 |
| 2009 | -- | $43,279 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62021
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAMidway SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 4.5 mi
- 6/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 12.4 mi
- 6/10Edwardsville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 13.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bunker Hill Dist 8
- Middle: Bunker Hill Dist 8
- High: Bunker Hill
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Dorsey
- 62021
- 222 Prairietown Rd
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