Seller's Agent in 2026
Justin Zurlinden
Landmark Realty Group
(618) 203-5057
278 Total Sales
270 Contentment Rd Makanda, IL 62958
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,840
Sq Ft
1939
Built
Highlights
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Wood Siding
- Carbondale Community High School Rated A
About This Home
As of March 2026Welcome 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Landmark Realty Group License #471021022 Listed on: 08/15/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,507
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- Sloped Lot
HOA Fees
- $42 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,840 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Basement Window Egress
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Unity Point Consolidated Elementary School
- Unity Point Middle School
- Carbondale High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Association fees include clubhouse, lake rights
- Midland Hills Country Club Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
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Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2026 03/19/26 | Sold | $167,500 | 0.0% | $91 / Sq Ft |
| 01/28/2026 01/28/26 | Off Market | $167,500 | -- | -- |
| 12/07/2025 12/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | For Sale | $189,900 | -- | $103 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,507 | $35,963 | $0 | $35,963 |
| 2023 | $2,285 | $32,119 | $0 | $32,119 |
| 2022 | $2,273 | $30,671 | $0 | $30,671 |
| 2021 | $2,114 | $29,574 | $0 | $29,574 |
| 2020 | $2,094 | $30,097 | $0 | $30,097 |
| 2019 | $1,977 | $29,574 | $0 | $29,574 |
| 2018 | $1,864 | $29,574 | $0 | $29,574 |
| 2017 | $1,874 | $29,574 | $0 | $29,574 |
| 2016 | $1,729 | $27,944 | $0 | $27,944 |
| 2015 | -- | $27,944 | $0 | $27,944 |
| 2014 | -- | $27,944 | $0 | $27,944 |
| 2012 | -- | $32,930 | $0 | $32,930 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Justin Zurlinden
-
Ashley Herd
A
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Ashley Herd
RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL
(618) 253-9381
36 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: EB459316
APN: 19-18-406-002
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