Massive Price Reduction – Incredible Opportunity in Lake Christine Estates!
Back on the market through no fault of the seller—and now offered well below appraised value as it is! This is your chance to capitalize on an extraordinary estate restoration project with room to add high-end finishes and build instant equity. Set on a serene, wooded acre, this sprawling 12,000+ sq ft home offers endless potential. Featuring 8 bedrooms, including 3 grand master suites and a full private guest wing, the layout is perfect for multi-generational living, luxury entertaining, or a dream estate. The chef’s kitchen impresses with a mirrored design—dual refrigerators, microwaves, dishwashers, and extensive cabinetry ready for a custom finish. Upstairs, renovations are well underway with three stunning master suites and an expansive living area with fireplace. The elevated guest wing offers a dedicated entertaining space and a separate suite. A 12+ ft ceiling basement provides a blank canvas for anything from a home theater or gym to a resort-style indoor pool—already framed and waiting for your vision. Car lovers: two massive garages hold 10+ vehicles each, with clearance for RVs, oversized vehicles, or a showcase car collection. Potential indoor sports area! This estate is being sold as-is, offering an unmatched opportunity to customize a legacy property. Whether you're an investor, builder, or buyer with a vision, this is the project you've been waiting for... don't miss your chance!
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Price cut: $114K (8/13)
$285,000
9 Lake Christine Ct, Belleville, IL 62221
8beds
12,000sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
1.24 Acres Lot
$274,400 Zestimate®
$24/sqft
$83/mo HOA
What's special
Indoor poolGuest wingSerene wooded acreDesigned to house rvsExpansive homeEntertaining areaAmple cabinetry
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 13, 2025 at 09:33am
Listing Provided by:
Beth L Ortega 618-616-3241,
RE/MAX Preferred
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 25016439
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Upper
- Area: 840
- Dimensions: 30 x 28
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Upper
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 814
- Dimensions: 37 x 22
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 320
- Dimensions: 20 x 16
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 435
- Dimensions: 29 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 6 x 6
Bathroom
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Bathroom
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Bathroom
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Lower
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Bathroom
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Bathroom
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 10 x 5
Bonus room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Upper
- Area: 400
- Dimensions: 20 x 20
Den
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Upper
- Area: 450
- Dimensions: 30 x 15
Dining room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 330
- Dimensions: 22 x 15
Great room
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 1287
- Dimensions: 39 x 33
Kitchen
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 462
- Dimensions: 22 x 21
Laundry
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 10 x 7
Laundry
- Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 66
- Dimensions: 11 x 6
Living room
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: Some
- Level: Main
- Area: 957
- Dimensions: 33 x 29
Loft
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 486
- Dimensions: 27 x 18
Office
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Main
- Area: 456
- Dimensions: 24 x 19
Other
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Lower
- Area: 1508
- Dimensions: 52 x 29
Other
- Features: Wall Covering: None
- Level: Lower
- Area: 1711
- Dimensions: 59 x 29
Other
- Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting, Wall Covering: None
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher
- Laundry: 2nd Floor, Main Level
Features
- Workshop/Hobby Area, Separate Dining, Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Bar
- Flooring: Carpet
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Concrete,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Recreation Room, Basement, Bedroom, Great Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 12,000
- Total interior livable area: 12,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 8,400
- Finished area below ground: 3,600
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 20
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached, Garage, Basement, Oversized, Off Street, Storage, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 20
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Indoor, Private, In Ground
Lot
- Size: 1.24 Acres
- Dimensions: 1.25 acres
- Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 0811.0301010
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lake Christine Estates
HOA
- HOA fee: $1,000 annually
Location
- Region: Belleville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $24/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $271,289
- Annual tax amount: $17,953
- Date on market: 3/19/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Private
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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