Farmhouse on 2.5 Acres with Pond and Pole Barn! Set back from the road on 2.5 peaceful acres, this thoughtfully updated farmhouse offers modern comfort in a country setting. Recent updates include a new roof, siding, HVAC, appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and carpet, and the addition of a second full bathroom.The main level features two bedrooms and a full bath, while a third bedroom upstairs provides additional living space or a quiet retreat. A spacious pole barn with a poured concrete floor, office, and two garage doors is ideal for storage, hobbies, or a home business. The property also includes a farm pond, open space for gardening or pets, and mature trees that create a sense of seclusion. Appointments available starting 10/10.
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Listing Provided by: Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
Bought with: RE/MAX Alliance
$271,000
8240 N State Route 159, Dorsey, IL 62021
3beds
1,103sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
2.5 Acres Lot
$279,800 Zestimate®
$246/sqft
$1,456 Estimated rent
Home value
$279,800
$252,000 - $311,000
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Farm pondSpacious pole barnModern comfortMature treesThoughtfully updated farmhouseSense of seclusionNew roof
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Listing updated:
Listing Provided by:
Terri S Dalla Riva 618-973-9465,
Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors
Bought with:
Danielle T Askew, 475159037
RE/MAX Alliance
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25068592
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Main Floor Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom 2
- Description: Main Floor Bedroom #2
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: First
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10x10
Bedroom 3
- Description: Second Floor Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
- Level: Second
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 18x16
Bathroom
- Description: Full Bathroom in Lower Level
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Basement
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9x5
Bathroom
- Description: First Floor Full Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: First
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7x6
Breakfast room
- Description: Delightful Dining Area
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: First
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9x7
Kitchen
- Description: Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: First
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10x10
Living room
- Description: Living Room
- Features: Floor Covering: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: First
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17x13
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Block,Partially Finished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,103
- Total interior livable area: 1,103 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,048
- Finished area below ground: 55
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Fencing: None
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 2.50 Acres
- Dimensions: 766 x 803 x 255
- Features: Farm, Pie Shaped Lot, Pond on Lot, Some Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Pole Barn(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 161032200000009
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Dorsey
- Subdivision: Not In A Subdivision
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/2/2025 | Sold | $271,000-6.5%$246/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Contingent | $289,900$263/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Price change | $289,900-1.7%$263/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $295,000+195%$267/sqft |
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| 4/2/2025 | Sold | $100,000$91/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,843 +18.5% | $34,010 +9.2% |
| 2023 | $1,556 +10.9% | $31,140 +9.5% |
| 2022 | $1,403 +4.1% | $28,430 +3.9% |
| 2021 | $1,349 +6.6% | $27,360 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $1,265 +1% | $25,990 +1.2% |
| 2019 | $1,252 | $25,690 +6.8% |
| 2018 | -- | $24,050 |
| 2017 | $1,291 +16.7% | $24,050 +3.5% |
| 2016 | $1,107 | $23,230 +1.1% |
| 2015 | $1,107 | $22,980 |
| 2014 | $1,107 | $22,980 +1.3% |
| 2013 | $1,107 | $22,690 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $22,710 |
| 2011 | -- | $22,710 -15.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $26,770 |
| 2009 | -- | $26,770 +6% |
| 2007 | -- | $25,250 +8.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $23,340 +17.2% |
| 2004 | $1,020 +10.3% | $19,910 +9.5% |
| 2003 | $924 0% | $18,190 +5.8% |
| 2002 | $924 | $17,190 +1.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $16,940 +4.3% |
| 2000 | $790 | $16,240 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62021
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAMidway SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 2 mi
- 6/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 10.4 mi
- 6/10Edwardsville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Edwardsville Dist 7
- Middle: Edwardsville Dist 7
- High: Edwardsville
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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