Sold for $899,000 on 12/18/24
$899,000
2001 Boskydell Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902
4beds
3,608sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1888
70.25 Acres Lot
$569,200 Zestimate®
$249/sqft
$2,286 Estimated rent
Home value
$569,200
$472,000 - $683,000
$2,286/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
A gorgeous hilltop country estate of approximately 70 acres adjacent to Lake Indian Hill Subdivision. Tranquil privacy with sunset views overlooking a stocked pond with abundant wildlife. Boasts swimming, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, birding, sumptuous, landscaped gardens, and a deer hunter’s paradise. Originally built in 1888 with oak and poplar framing, 8" thick walls, and oak & walnut trim. Lovingly maintained with many stylish renovations completed with quality materials and attention to architectural detail thus preserving the home’s historic style. The original staircase has been preserved. Hardwood oak floors have been refinished. A show-stopping 3 story tower with a whimsical iron spiral staircase. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, office, library, 2 decks, 200 + bottle wine cellar. Huge in ground pool and hot tub, nestled into surrounding gardens sloping into a field and forest. Geothermal HVAC. Gas fireplace insert. Cherry and oak cabinets, Wolf restaurant stove. A spacious detached 2 car garage with ample storage, a finished private studio and a massive unfinished attic above. Large barn and pastures for horses. Less than 15 minutes from downtown Carbondale, SIU, and Shawnee National Forest. 30 minutes from Veterans Airport in Marion. Only 1 mile away from a National Blue Ribbon winner, Giant City K-8 School. This estate has been occupied by one family for 47 years. The previous owner was John Gardner, a well-known and colorful writer, poet and professor at SIU.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 22, 2024 at 12:01pm
Listed by:
DOTTIE MORRIS Phone:618-457-2244,
FIVE STAR REALTY
Bought with:
Deb Case, 471.018146
Shawnee Trails Realty
Source: RMLS Alliance,MLS#: EB453358
Originating MLS: Egyptian Board of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15ft 1in x 12ft 11in
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15ft 0in x 9ft 11in
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 12ft 6in x 10ft 9in
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 14ft 8in x 8ft 6in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15ft 0in x 13ft 5in
Other
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11ft 6in x 11ft 4in
Other
- Area: 0
Additional level
- Area: 432
Additional room
- Description: Tower Room & Library each
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11ft 4in x 11ft 2in
Additional room 2
- Description: Detached Art Studio/off.
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 24ft 0in x 15ft 0in
Family room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 23ft 0in x 10ft 2in
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15ft 0in x 10ft 7in
Laundry
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 8ft 5in x 6ft 8in
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19ft 5in x 15ft 3in
Main level
- Area: 2064
Recreation room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 25ft 0in x 23ft 8in
Upper level
- Area: 1544
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Geothermal
Cooling
- Zoned, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range Hood, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Bar, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Solid Surface Counter, High Speed Internet
- Windows: Replacement Windows, Blinds
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: Storage
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,608
- Total interior livable area: 3,608 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Number Of Garage Remotes: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Pond/Lake
Lot
- Size: 70.25 Acres
- Features: Pasture
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Barn
- Additional parcels included: 1903400006
- Parcel number: 1902353002
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Cedar, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Slab, Stone
- Roof: Rubber,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Carbondale
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2024 | Sold | $899,000-2.8%$249/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 8/28/2024 | Contingent | $925,000$256/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $925,000$256/sqft |
Source: | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,749 +23% | $99,849 +12% |
| 2023 | $7,110 -0.1% | $89,171 +4.7% |
| 2022 | $7,115 +7.2% | $85,142 +3.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62902
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Giant City Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Carbondale Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Giant City Consolidated
- Middle: Giant City
- High: Carbondale HS
Source: RMLS Alliance. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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