8838 E Chinquapin AvenuePrice Reduced

Effingham, IL 62401 · Chinquapin Sub · MLS #6259274

$890,000
Listed 95 days ago
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Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Sq Ft
2,956
Acres
0.65
Type
Residential
Status
Active

Experience lakefront living at its finest with this stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bath home located in one of the most sought-after areas on Lake Sara. Offering generous square footage and an exceptional layout, this property provides ample space for both everyday living and entertaining.Enjoy breathtaking panoramic lake views from the comfort of your home, or step outside to your private backyard oasis featuring an in-ground swimming pool and direct lake access with a private boat dock. Whether you're boating, swimming, fishing, or simply relaxing by the water, this property delivers the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Effingham, you'll have easy access to local restaurants, shopping, golf courses, and all the amenities the area has to offer. Combining luxury, recreation, and an unbeatable location, this rare Lake Sara property is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

Features

FireplaceBath In Primary BedroomMain Level PrimaryDeckDockPoolDishwasherDisposalGas Water HeaterMicrowaveRangeRefrigerator

Property Details

Price
$890,000
MLS #
6259274
Status
Active
Beds
5
Baths
3
Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Chinquapin Sub
Listed Date
Jun 17, 2026
Total Sq Ft
2,956
Lot Size
28,314 sqft / 0.65 acres
Year Built
1992
County
Effingham
Zoning
RES
Parcel Number
1126102004

Interior

Above Grade Finished Area
1,956
Below Grade Finished Area
1,000
Below Grade Unfinished Area
334
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
0
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Basement
Walk Out Access, Full
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Fireplaces Total
1
Interior Features
Fireplace, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary
Laundry Features
Main Level
Levels
Two

Exterior

Architectural Style
Other
Construction Materials
Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation
Basement
Exterior Features
Deck, Dock, Pool
Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Garage
Patio And Porch Features
Front Porch, Deck
Roof
Shingle
Stories
2
Road Surface
Asphalt
Sewer
Septic Tank
Water Source
Public

Payment estimate

Estimated monthly
$5,440/mo
$4,737 principal & interest$703 taxes

Estimate for planning only — actual payment depends on your loan. Talk to your lender.

Financial

Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$8,439

Schools

School District
Beecher City Dist. 20

Location

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Listed by RE/MAX Key Advantage · (217) 347-0404. Want to see this property? Call Grissom Schmitz Realty at 217-562-7078.

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