Property Attributes
- MLS#6259542
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyEffingham
- CityEffingham
- NeighborhoodThe Knolls Sub
- Zip62401
- Style
- Year Built1979
- Taxes$ 6314
- Price$ 440,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2287
- Lot Size0.63 Acres
Data Source:
Central Illinois BOR
Property Description
Lake Sara Waterfront Living! Enjoy year-round lake living in this inviting 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath ranch with walk-out basement offering water access and a private dock (2021). This home features a 2-car attached garage. The main level welcomes you with a spacious living room featuring hardwood flooring and sliding glass doors that open to a wraparound deck overlooking the scenic backyard. The dining area flows into the thoughtfully designed kitchen, complete with abundant cabinetry, a ceramic tile backsplash, center island with built-in cooktop, and plenty of workspace. Beautiful hardwood flooring extends throughout all three bedrooms. The walkout lower level offers a large family room with ceramic tile flooring, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and sliding glass doors leading to a generous 50' x 27' concrete patio. From there, hop on the golf cart path for easy access to the boat dock. This level also includes a spacious storage area, a full bath in the laundry room, and a separate exterior entrance. Additional highlights include an invisible pet fence, an 8-year-old metal roof, and a 16' x 12' Marten Lofted Shed with electricity (2021), perfect for additional storage or a workshop. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a weekend lake retreat, this Lake Sara property offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and waterfront living.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Listed $450,000 |
| 9/19/2026 | 2$440,000 |
General Features
| Possession | Closing |
|---|---|
| Zoning | RES |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| County | Effingham |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Special Listing Conditions | None |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Rt. 32/33 turn onto Lake Sara Road, Turn west onto Moccasin Road, then south onto Bluebird Drive, Look for sign |
| City | Effingham |
| Listing Agent Name | Brenda Jansen |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Heating | Forced Air,Gas,Propane |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Appliances | Dryer,Dishwasher,Electric Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Year Built | 1979 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Roof | Metal |
| Full Baths | 3 |
Interior Features
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
|---|---|
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1456 |
| Basement | Finished,Walk-Out Access,Full |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 831 |
Exterior Features
| Building Area Total | 2287 |
|---|
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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