Investor Opportunity! This fixer-upper presents an excellent opportunity to add value in a highly sought-after location south of Carbondale, just minutes from Southern Illinois University. The home features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and sits on a cozy yet spacious lot. With a newer roof and recently installed HVAC system, major mechanical updates are already in place, providing year-round comfort and a strong foundation for renovation. Ideal for investors or buyers looking to customize and maximize potential.
Under contract
$65,000
298 Cedar Creek Rd, Makanda, IL 62958
3beds
1,298sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$516/mo
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1929
0.87 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$50/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Recently installed hvac systemNewer roofCozy yet spacious lot
- 172 days |
- 58 |
- 0 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Crouse Mobile:618-534-6288,
HOUSE 2 HOME REALTY
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: PA1263941
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Peoria Area Association of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 10ft 0in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12ft 0in x 10ft 0in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9ft 5in x 9ft 5in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 0in x 12ft 0in
Main level
- Area: 1298
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,298
- Total interior livable area: 1,298 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
Lot
- Size: 0.87 Acres
- Dimensions: 147 x 257
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1908301006
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Aerator/Aerobic, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Makanda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $50/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $80,688
- Annual tax amount: $1,329
- Date on market: 2/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 371 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,167/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Contingent | $65,000$50/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1263941 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Price change | $65,000-13.3%$50/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Price change | $75,000-6.3%$58/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #PA1263941 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $80,000-8.6%$62/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Listing removed | $87,500$67/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB457715 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Price change | $87,500-7.8%$67/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #EB457715 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Price change | $94,900-5%$73/sqft |
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| 4/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $99,900$77/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,330 +16.8% | $26,896 +12% |
| 2023 | $1,139 +2.2% | $24,022 +4.7% |
| 2022 | $1,114 +10.5% | $22,939 +3.7% |
| 2021 | $1,008 +0.8% | $22,118 -1.7% |
| 2020 | $1,000 -26% | $22,509 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $1,352 +5.5% | $22,118 |
| 2017 | $1,282 | $22,118 +4.9% |
| 2016 | -- | $21,082 |
| 2015 | -- | $21,082 |
| 2014 | -- | $21,082 -0.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $21,199 |
| 2011 | -- | $21,199 -1% |
| 2010 | -- | $21,413 -0.8% |
| 2009 | $1,011 | $21,581 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Neighborhood: 62958
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Unity Point Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Carbondale Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Carbondale HS
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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