5024 State Route 159, Smithton, IL 62285
What's special
COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS FINEST ON APPROXIMATELY 19.28 ACRES! Discover the perfect combination of privacy, space, and versatility with this beautiful all-brick home offering 3 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and an incredible collection of outbuildings! Nestled in a picturesque rural setting within the Smithton School District and Freeburg High School boundaries, this one-of-a-kind property offers 5698 total sqft (4829sqft finished & 869sqft unfinished) with endless possibilities for those seeking room to spread out, entertain, or simply enjoy the peaceful countryside. A large covered front porch welcomes you into an impressive foyer featuring hardwood flooring, soaring vaulted ceilings, and an open staircase. The spacious living room showcases a beautiful brick wood-burning fireplace, vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and French doors leading to the expansive, maintenance-free side deck. A spacious study with pocket doors, custom built-in desks, granite countertops, and cabinetry provides the perfect home office or creative workspace. The heart of the home is the generously sized kitchen, featuring an oversized center island, granite countertops, extensive custom cabinetry, two large pantries, and a built-in dining area. The adjoining dining room impresses with hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings, and skylights that fill the space with natural light. A convenient breezeway connects the home to the attached insulated garage and offers the perfect opportunity to create a custom mudroom or drop zone. The spacious main-level laundry room provides additional cabinetry, a utility sink, and access to a full bathroom. Retreat to the comfortable primary suite featuring a beautiful bay window overlooking the backyard, a private bathroom with double vanities, a walk-in shower, and a generous walk-in closet with custom organizers. A second spacious bedroom and another full bathroom complete the main level. The partially finished walkout lower level expands your living and entertaining space with a large family room, recreation area, custom wet bar, third bedroom with egress window, and a fourth full bathroom. With 9-foot ceilings, generous storage rooms, and an additional laundry hookup, this level offers outstanding flexibility for entertaining, guests, hobbies, or everyday living. THE OUTBUILDINGS ARE TRULY IMPRESSIVE! In addition to the attached 2-car garage, the property features a detached 30x50 ft garage and a remarkable all-brick barn complete with a loft! Whether you need room for vehicles, equipment, storage, or hobbies, this property delivers exceptional versatility. Outside, enjoy nearly 20 acres of beautiful countryside, a private backyard, extensive landscaping, retaining walls, an above-ground pool, and a spacious side deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The property includes 4.5 acres of income-producing farm ground ripe with alternative possibilities such as pollinator habitat, natural habitat, tree grove, and more. The circular gravel driveway and abundant parking provide convenience for guests and additional vehicles. RARELY DOES A PROPERTY OFFER THIS MUCH SPACE, PRIVACY, AND HAVE THESE QUALITY FEATURES! With quality brick construction, attention to every detail, new first-floor carpet and luxury vinyl tile (2025), new HVAC (2023) with transferable warranty, incredible outbuildings, generous living areas, and approximately 19.28 acres to call your own, this extraordinary property is ready for its next chapter. Experience the freedom of country living without sacrificing the comforts of home. There are too many special features to list! Ask your REALTOR for the complete list!
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Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSTravel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Mandy McGuire 618-558-1350,
Keller Williams Pinnacle
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Large Primary Bedroom Suite with Carpeting, Ceiling Fan, Bay Window to Back Yard and Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15x16
Bedroom 2
- Description: Large Main Level Bedroom #2 with Carpeting, Ceiling Fan, Bay Window to Back Yard and Two Closets with Sliding Mirror Closet Doors
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15x16
Bedroom 3
- Description: Large Lower Level Bedroom #3 with Carpeting, Two Closets with Sliding Closet Doors and Large Egress Window
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15x16
Primary bathroom
- Description: Spacious Primary Bathroom in Primary Bedroom Suite with Linoleum Flooring, Large Double Sink Vanity with Two Medicine Cabinet Mirrors, Walk In Shower Insert with Glass Shower Door, Toilet and Large Walk In Closet with Custom Built Ins
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10x9
Bathroom
- Description: Main Level Bathroom off of Laundry Room with Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring, Single Sink Vanity with Medicine Cabinet Mirror, Walk In Shower Insert with Fogged Glass Shower Door, Toilet and Window to Back Yard
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10x9
Bathroom
- Description: Main Level Hall Bathroom with Linoleum Flooring, Large Double Sink Vanity with Two Medicine Cabinet Mirrors, Tub/Shower Combo Insert, Toilet, Linen Closet and Window to Back Yard
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10x9
Bathroom
- Description: Lower Level Full Bathroom with Linoleum Flooring, Single Sink Vanity with Medicine Cabinet Mirror, Walk In Shower Insert, Toilet and Linen Closet with Bifold Closet Doors
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9x10
Dining room
- Description: Dining Room with Hardwood Flooring, Vaulted Ceilings with Skylights, Recessed Lighting, Chandelier, Window to Front of House, Open to Foyer and Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15x12
Family room
- Description: Large Family Room in Lower Level with Carpeting, Walk Out Door to Back Yard, Closet with Bifold Doors and Egress Windows
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 595
- Dimensions: 17x35
Kitchen
- Description: Spacious Kitchen with Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring, Loads of Custom Wood Cabinetry with Crown Molding, Oversized Center Island, Granite Countertops with Built in Table, Two Large Pantries with Bifold Closet Doors, Recessed Lighting, Windows to Front of House, Open to Dining Room, and Black Appliances - Refrigerator, Gas Range, Microwave, Dishwasher and Disposal
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 18x16
Laundry
- Description: Large Main Level Laundry Room with Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring, Lots of Cabinets, Electric Washer & Dryer Hook Up, Utility Sink and Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11x15
Living room
- Description: Spacious Living Room with Carpet Flooring, Vaulted Ceilings with Ceiling Fan and Recessed Lighting, Brick Wood Burning Fireplace, Exterior French Doors to Side Deck, Pocket Doors to Study/Office, Large Opening to Foyer, Large Windows to Front of House and Side of House
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Main
- Area: 418
- Dimensions: 19x22
Mud room
- Description: Breezeway/Mud Room with Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring, Lots of Space for Your Custom Built In Drop Zones, Exterior Door to Front of House and Door to Garage, Door to Laundry Room and Walkway to Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 18x5
Office
- Description: Large Study/Office with Hardwood Flooring, Vaulted CeilingPocket Doors to Living Room, Two Large Built in Desks with Custom Cabinetry with Shelving, Crown Molding and Granite Countertops, Vaulted Ceilings with Ceiling Fan and Recessed Lighting and Bay Window to Back Yard
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 323
- Dimensions: 19x17
Other
- Description: Large Entry Foyer with Hardwood Flooring, Vaulted Ceilings with Chandelier and Recessed Lighting, Coat Closet with Bifold Closet Doors, Open Railing Staircase to Basement and Large Openings to Living Room and Dining Room
- Features: Floor Covering: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 9x12
Recreation room
- Description: Spacious Lower Level Bar Area with Custom Cabinetry, Laminate Countertops, Sink and Egress Windows
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 486
- Dimensions: 18x27
Recreation room
- Description: Lower Level Recreation Room with Carpeting, Connected to Family Room and Bar Area
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17x12
Storage
- Description: L Shaped Storage room with built in shelving, washer and utility sink and double doors for easy access to store larger items like patio furniture etc
- Features: Floor Covering: Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 1312
- Dimensions: 41x32
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Multiple Locations, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bar, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Custom Cabinetry, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Lever Faucets, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Separate Dining, Shower, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Workshop/Hobby Area
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Panel Door(s), Pocket Door(s), Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Bay Window(s)
- Basement: Concrete,Partially Finished,Full,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,829
- Total interior livable area: 4,829 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,849
- Finished area below ground: 1,980
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Covered, Detached, Driveway, Enclosed, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Gravel, Inside Entrance, Kitchen Level, Lighted, Off Street, Outside, Oversized, Private, RV Access/Parking, Side By Side, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural
Lot
- Size: 19.28 Acres
- Dimensions: ~19.28 Acres
- Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Agricultural, Back Yard, Front Yard, Heavy Woods, Landscaped, Level, Many Trees, Scattered Woods
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Garage(s), Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 1709.0200014
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Single Phase
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Not In A Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Smithton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $207/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $148,657
- Annual tax amount: $11,889
- Date on market: 10/26/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Personal Property
- Ownership: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $998,000-28.2%$207/sqft |
Source:  MARIS #26064990 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2014 | Sold | $1,390,000$288/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,906 +4.5% | $148,657 +6.7% |
| 2023 | $10,436 +5.6% | $139,277 +7.9% |
| 2022 | $9,880 +4% | $129,108 +5.9% |
| 2021 | $9,499 -2.4% | $121,877 -2% |
| 2020 | $9,729 +5.6% | $124,394 +5.9% |
| 2019 | $9,213 +7.1% | $117,419 +5.4% |
| 2018 | $8,605 +3.2% | $111,372 +2.7% |
| 2017 | $8,338 | $108,476 -2.3% |
| 2016 | $8,338 +0.6% | $111,005 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,288 +23.4% | $108,818 -4.1% |
| 2013 | $6,715 | $113,466 +14.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $99,227 -2.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $101,381 +1.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $100,007 +2.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $97,161 +23.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $78,868 +4.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $75,536 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$995,800
$946,000 - $1.05M
Not available
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