This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sits on a peaceful 5-acre setting just minutes from Marion. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the quality updates & thoughtful layout. The main level features a cozy open-concept living & dining area, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen includes a breakfast bar & two generous pantries. One bedroom offers a private en-suite bathroom, while the second bedroom is just steps from the hall bath. A spacious mudroom provides the ideal drop zone or can easily double as a home office. The walk-out basement offers endless possibilities-create an additional bedroom, family room, or dedicated office space. The basement opens to a large patio that's perfect for gatherings and also serves as a secure storm shelter. The home includes a single-car insulated garage with a new insulated door, plus a detached 2-car garage with a new garage door. Recent updates include a new roof, siding, & 6-inch gutters with buried downspouts completed in 2023. The main house was completely rewired in 2024, & in 2025, new vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, & crown molding were added. The HVAC system was installed in 2018 & comes with a transferable warranty. It includes a built-in humidifier & UV air purifier. The hybrid water heater, installed in 2023, includes a pressure valve regulator. Triple-pane windows & new exterior doors were added to the main home in 2020. ProTek Fiber. There is a shed and dog run as well.
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$280,000
5395 Wards Mill Rd, Marion, IL 62959
2beds
1,784sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
5.21 Acres Lot
$287,300 Zestimate®
$157/sqft
$1,714 Estimated rent
Home value
$287,300
$221,000 - $373,000
$1,714/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 31, 2025 at 11:16am
Listing courtesy of:
MELISSA PLANT 618-534-8566,
COLDWELL BANKER J D THOMPSON
Bought with:
Shawnna Donovan
Southern Illinois Realty Experts Herrin
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: EB458544
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 476 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x28
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 476 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x28
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x22
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x22
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x18
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x18
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x16
Heating
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Egress Window
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,784 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Carport
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 5.21 Acres
- Dimensions: 170X1365
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1107400019
- Other equipment: Air Purifier
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Marion
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2025 | Sold | $280,000$157/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #EB458544 | ||
| 6/27/2025 | Contingent | $280,000$157/sqft |
Source:  RMLS Alliance #EB458544 | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $280,000$157/sqft |
Source: RMLS Alliance #EB458544 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,680 +21.9% | $50,740 +13.5% |
| 2022 | $3,019 +6.2% | $44,710 +3.8% |
| 2021 | $2,844 +1.8% | $43,090 +5.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 62959
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 5 mi
- 3/10Marion Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 4/10Marion High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Marion
- Middle: Marion
- High: Marion
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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