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Contingent
  • Price cut: $7.4K (10/21)
    $182,500

    270 Contentment Rd, Makanda, IL 62958

    4beds
    1,840sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1939
    -- sqft lot
    $175,900 Zestimate®
    $99/sqft
    $42/mo HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to 270 Contentment Rd, a stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom retreat nestled in the highly desirable Midland Hills Country Club neighborhood of Makanda, IL. Combining serene lake views, modern updates, and timeless charm, this home offers a perfect blend of comfort and elegance in a private, nature-rich setting. The main floor features an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area designed for entertaining or quiet family living. The renovated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, ample storage, and a custom cypress bar that adds warmth and character. A versatile bonus room doubles as a second family room or guest suite, complete with a full bath and direct access to a spacious screened-in porch overlooking tranquil, wooded surroundings. (Property is on leased land.) Upstairs, four generous bedrooms and two full bathrooms provide comfort and convenience. The primary suite impresses with an en-suite bath and private access to both a balcony and greenhouse. Bedrooms two and three share a massive deck, perfect for morning coffee, stargazing, or soaking in the peaceful lake views. The upper level also includes laundry facilities and a mudroom at the back entrance for added practicality. The setting is as extraordinary as the home itself. Enjoy a quiet, wildlife-rich community with lake views and exclusive amenities, including a private stocked pond, sandy beach, and clubhouse.
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: 18 hours ago

    Listing courtesy of:

    Justin Zurlinden 618-203-5057,

    Landmark Realty Group

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: EB459316MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 143 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13x11
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 143 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11x13
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 130 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10x13
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10x12
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring (Tile)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12x12
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Basement: Egress Window
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: No Garage, Carport
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    Lot
    • Features: Sloped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1918406002

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding, Frame
    • Foundation: Block
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1939

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Midland Hills Country Club
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: Clubhouse, Lake Rights
    • HOA fee: $500 annually
    Location
    • Region: Makanda

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $99/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $107,889
    • Annual tax amount: $2,507
    • Date on market: 12/19/2025
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    Estimated market value

    $175,900

    $167,000 - $185,000

    $1,576/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    12/8/2025Contingent$182,500$99/sqft
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    10/21/2025Price change$182,500-3.9%$99/sqft
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    8/17/2025Listed for sale$189,900$103/sqft
    Source: RMLS Alliance #EB459316 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$2,507 +9.7%$35,963 +12%
    2023$2,285 +0.5%$32,119 +4.7%
    2022$2,273 +7.5%$30,671 +3.7%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $1,322/mo
    Principal & interest
    $926
    Property taxes
    $290
    Other costs
    $106

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: 62958

      Nearby schools

      GreatSchools rating
      Schools provided by the listing agent
      • Elementary: Unity Point Consolidated
      • Middle: Unity Point
      • High: Carbondale Hs

      Source: MRED 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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