Tucked away among the trees on beautiful wooded acreage, this stunning custom-built 3,177 square foot home offers the privacy and charm of a mountain retreat while providing all the comforts of home. With its impressive stone front, soaring ceilings, warm wood accents, and thoughtfully designed layout, every detail invites you to slow down and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The home currently features 3 bedrooms with the potential to create additional bedrooms if desired, making it perfect for a growing family or those needing extra space. A beautiful loft overlooks the main living area, creating an open and inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. The heart of the home is the spacious living room, complete with a cozy fireplace and stunning views of the surrounding woods. The attached garage has been professionally converted into a versatile second living area or private mother-in-law suite, offering endless possibilities for multi-generational living, guests, or a recreation space. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a large walk-in closet, private access to a covered back porch, and a peaceful setting to enjoy your morning coffee while listening to nature. Multiple outdoor balconies overlook the wooded landscape, creating the perfect places to relax, entertain, or simply take in the beauty of your private surroundings. Additional features include 2 full bathrooms, two separate geothermal heating and cooling systems for exceptional year-round comfort and energy efficiency, and an abundance of living space designed for both everyday living and entertaining. If you've been searching for a home that feels like a secluded mountain lodge, this hidden gem delivers privacy, character, and room to grow. Surrounded by nature and tucked away from the hustle and bustle, this is more than a home-it's a peaceful retreat you'll never want to leave.
Active
$355,000
5016 Kell Rd, Kell, IL 62853
3beds
3,177sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
5.61 Acres Lot
$339,900 Zestimate®
$112/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceSoaring ceilingsThoughtfully designed layoutImpressive stone frontWarm wood accentsLarge walk-in closet
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Listed by:
SIRETHA HOWE 618-367-0535,
MIDWEST FARM & LAND
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12728620
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 361 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 522 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X18
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 660 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X22
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X23
Kitchen 2nd
- Level: Main
- Area: 231 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X11
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Heating
- Geothermal, Other
Cooling
- Geothermal
Features
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,177 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 5.61 Acres
- Dimensions: 266x210x178x170x149x313x607
Details
- Parcel number: 1631200019
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Combination
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Kell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $112/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $239,970
- Annual tax amount: $4,277
- Date on market: 8/9/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$339,900
$323,000 - $357,000
$1,984/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $355,000$112/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,927 +0.6% | $79,990 +7% |
| 2023 | $4,899 +4.9% | $74,760 +12.2% |
| 2022 | $4,669 +2.1% | $66,660 +7% |
| 2021 | $4,576 +39.4% | $62,300 +43% |
| 2020 | $3,283 -0.8% | $43,560 |
| 2019 | $3,310 -4.8% | $43,560 -25.1% |
| 2018 | $3,478 -0.5% | $58,180 +1.5% |
| 2017 | $3,494 -0.3% | $57,330 +39.6% |
| 2016 | $3,505 +9943.8% | $41,070 |
| 2015 | $35 -1.4% | $41,070 +2% |
| 2012 | $35 | $40,260 |
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Neighborhood: 62853
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kell Grade School
- Middle: Kell Grade School
- High: Salem Community High School
- District: 2
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.




