$280,000
SOLD AUG 14, 2025

5395 Wards Mill Rd Marion, IL 62959

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,784 Sq Ft
5.21 Acres

Recently Sold

$157 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 5.21 Acre Lot
  • Ranch Style House
  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

As of August 2025

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Plant

COLDWELL BANKER J D THOMPSON Brokerage Phone: 618-997-1868 License #471021640 Listed on: 06/25/2025

COLDWELL BANKER J D THOMPSON

Last Buyer's Agent

Shawnna Donovan

Southern Illinois Realty Experts Herrin License #471.010515

Southern Illinois Realty Experts Herrin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,998

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 5.21 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 170x1365
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Carport

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,784 Sq Ft Home
  • Blinds
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Marion Elementary And Middle School
  • Marion High School

Utilities

  • Humidity Control
  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homestead Exemption
  • Assessor Parcel Number 11-07-400-019

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,998

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Attribution Contact: Phone: 618-997-1868
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Other Equipment: Air Purifier
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: High Speed Internet
  • Living Area: 1784
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • KitchenDining: Breakfast Bar,Dining/Living Combo,Eat-In Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 100YearPlain: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached, Carport

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump, Humidity Control
  • Water Source: Public, Septic System
  • UtilitiesOnYN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • MandatoryMonthlyFee: No
  • MandatoryAnnualFee: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Marion
  • High School: Marion
  • Middle Or Junior School: Marion

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 5.21
  • Lot Size: 170X1365
  • Additional Parcels Description: 11–07-400-020
  • Parcel #: 11-07-400-019

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3998.02
  • TaxExemptions: Homestead/Owner Occupied

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 25, 2025
Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Cherim Robin
Bought by
White Lecsee B and White Andrew J
Seller's Agent
Melissa Plant
COLDWELL BANKER J D THOMPSON
Buyer's Agent
Shawnna Donovan
Southern Illinois Realty Experts Herrin
List Price
$280,000
Sold Price
$280,000
Views
12
Current Estimated Value
$275,397

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,603
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.27%
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Outstanding Balance
$139,878
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$135,519
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $280,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $280,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $140,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Sold $280,000 0.0% $157 / Sq Ft
06/25/2025 06/25/25 For Sale $280,000 -- $157 / Sq Ft
Source: RMLS Alliance

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2025 $3,680 $50,740 $7,830 $42,910
2024 $3,680 $50,740 $7,830 $42,910
2023 $3,680 $50,740 $7,830 $42,910
2022 $2,844 $44,710 $6,900 $37,810
2021 $2,793 $43,090 $6,650 $36,440
2020 $2,793 $40,710 $6,280 $34,430
2019 $2,613 $40,710 $6,280 $34,430
2018 $2,613 $40,710 $6,280 $34,430
2017 $2,569 $40,710 $6,280 $34,430
2015 $2,507 $38,560 $5,950 $32,610
2013 $2,165 $38,560 $5,950 $32,610
2012 $2,165 $38,560 $5,950 $32,610
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: RMLS Alliance

MLS Number: EB458544

RMLS Alliance

APN: 11-07-400-019