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$560,000
144 Days On Site

15981 HILLCREST Drive
Effingham, IL 62401

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
3,070
SqFt
$182
/SqFt
1968
Built
County:
Effingham
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of WILEY REALTY GROUP
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Price Reduced! Priced below recent appraised value, offering a strong opportunity for buyers seeking immediate value. Offering over 3,000 square feet, this expansive Lake Sara home is truly something special. Located on one of the best fishing spots on the lake, this property sits over spring-fed water, meaning it consistently maintains 6-8 feet of depth even during low-water or dry summer months-a rare and valuable feature on the lake. The home features a fully finished basement, five bedrooms, and two bathrooms, providing ample space for family, guests, or entertaining. The sizable kitchen, centered around an island with cabinetry, flows seamlessly into the formal dining room, where two large sliding glass doors open to a deck overlooking the water-perfect for enjoying sunsets, meals, and lake life views. Recent updates include the boat dock and seawall, adding peace of mind and functionality. New flooring in parts have also been updated. Throughout the home, it's evident this property has been well cared for and thoughtfully maintained over the years, something you can immediately see in both the condition and layout. Location is everything. You can't recreate this setting-you can only buy the land beneath it when it becomes available. Opportunities like this on Lake Sara don't come around often.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$560,000
Days On Site 
144 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,070 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.39 Acres
Year Built 
1968
MLS® Number 
EB460787
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$2,574.88
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
3 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
3 days agoStatus changed to Active
a week agoPrice changed to $560,000
5 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.39
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Parking 
Parking Lot
Parking Spaces 
7
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
3070
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher
Basement 
Full
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
200+ Amp Service
Heating 
Natural Gas
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 23X22Level - Basement
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 9X10Level - Main
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 10X12Level - Main
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 10X8Level - Main
Dining Room 
Family Room 
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 18X12Level - Main
Laundry 
Living Room 
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 10X11Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Vinyl SidingFrame
Other Structures 
Outbuilding
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Water
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterview 
Water
Community Features
MLS Area 
Effingham
School District 
60
Schools
School District
60
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of WILEY REALTY GROUP



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